Courtney: who is my son's fiancee assisted him in the caring for three liters of puppies he was preparing for sale. She monitored the pups' mother's care so the puppies would be receiving the adequate nourishment for their growth. They have four dogs of which three are female who have had litters of puppies, but they are not being re-bred because for the benefit of the female dogs health. Consequently, Courtney's attachment to the three females and having cared for them is the basis of the three female dogs remaining in the household. She is the one responsible for their nutrition and monitoring. If the dogs experience a rash or scratching of the ear she has been the one to notice it, and apply adequate treatment and or take the dogs to the veterinarian for follow up care. It has been interesting to hear her comment about each dog's personality when I have visited the home. I can say this with sincerity "Any pet that she is put in charge of caring for is going to be pampered a little bit."