How Do You Build A Whelping Box For A Chihuahua?
As the smallest breed of dog, Chihuahuas need special care and special protection when preparing to give birth. Therefore, many breeders of these small dogs build their own whelping beds to include all of the features they consider necessary. You can build a whelping bed out of a variety of materials, but it’s probably easiest to use wood, with easy-clean features. Cut out the pieces as shown in the materials list. Sand edges and tops. If you wish to protect the wooden surface with polyurethane, apply it now and let dry until the odor is gone. You also can oil the wood. This is safer for animal use. Measure and mark three holes in the front side of the back panel for the screws, about a half-inch from the edge of the wood and about 5 inches apart. Measure and mark the front. It will have two panels, one 13 inches tall and one 3 inches. Each will use 2 screws, with holes marked on the front of the panels, about an inch from the top and bottom of board, and about a half-inch from the end
