Over time, fungi species can become resistant to the chemicals in fungicides, and higher rates or more frequent fungicide applications may be ineffective. Worldwide, resistance is appearing in an increasing number of pathogens in field crops, fruits, vegetables, nuts, ornamentals and turfgrass.
Step 2. Take the dog's temperature twice a day in the week before delivery. A dog's normal temperature is 100 degrees F and will drop by approximately two degrees within 24 hours of the start of labor.
A dog's gestation period is 63 days, and most females give birth within three or four days of their due date. However, labor can be a difficult process and can last for up to 12 hours. It can be necessary to progress a dog's labor if there are long gaps between puppies. Step 1. Set up the whelping box in a quiet room one week prior to the dog's delivery date. The dog will be restless and look for a place to nest before going into labor, and the whelping box gives her a place to rest up for the impending birth.