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Pet sitters help dog deliver 14 pups as owner away

Pet sitters help dog deliver 14 pups as owner away

Summary

Pet sitters helped a dog named Tilly deliver 14 puppies while her owner was on vacation. The owner's sister, Rhian Boxall, and her family managed the delivery, although two puppies were stillborn. Tilly was expected to have about six puppies, but she gave birth to 12 surviving pups earlier than planned.

Key Facts

  • Tilly, a Labrador, was expected to give birth to about six puppies.
  • Tilly delivered 12 healthy puppies and two stillborn, totaling 14.
  • The dog owner, Meirion Thomas, was on a trip abroad during the birth.
  • Rhian Boxall and her family assisted with the delivery at their home.
  • Expert advice from a vet helped save one of the puppies born outside.
  • The Guinness World Record for the largest dog litter is 24 puppies.
  • Rhian and her family are considering adopting one of the puppies.
  • Meirion returned from vacation hours after the puppies were born.
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