The Nationals were playing Atlanta, and in the fifth inning Harper, with his team leading by two, singled to right. The ball was hit to Braves right fielder Jason Heyward. Heyward strolled up to the ball as if he were walking to the corner for a paper. Harper promptly headed for second base.
Take your dog's rectal temperature twice a day. If you have never taken your dog's temperature, consult your veterinarian for the proper procedure. Normally, a dog's temperature is between 100.5 degrees and 102 degrees Fahrenheit. Approximately 24 hours before labor, your dog's temperature will drop below 100 degrees.
Stage 1 labor has not progressed to Stage 2 labor after 24 hours; The first puppy has not been delivered after 1 hour of active labor; It has been more than two hours without another puppy arriving. (It is normal for dogs to occasionally take a break from labor between pups, but that resting period tends to last just an hour or two.)