9-7.
Several hours later, Jelly is alert and becoming more steady on her feet. She has gone outside briefly to relieve herself, drunk some water, and had a few bites of food. She is cleaning her puppies without prompting, and the puppies are all nursing vigorously. They show one of a breeder's favorite signs when not doing so - quiet contentment.

If we're very lucky, the next two weeks, which are the most crucial and fraught ridden in their lives, will go just as smoothly.