FTBT Lesson 6: Second Trimester

In This Lesson

• Second Trimester Introduction
• Second Trimester Nutrition
• Second Trimester Exercises
• Second Trimester Skill Training
• Exercise Video Links

Second Trimester Introduction

Introduction Video

• Audio

Second Trimester Nutrition

• Nutrients for Breeding Second Trimester

Watch the Second Trimester Nutrition Video

• Audio

Second Trimester Exercises

Watch the Second Trimester Exercise Video

• Audio

Second Trimester Exercise Schedule

• Second Trimester Exercise Schedule (Day 22 to Day 42)

Second Trimester Skill Training

Second Trimester bitches can do low risk activity only, as listed below. Review Risk Levels before doing any skill training with breeding dogs.

• Second Trimester Skill Training Risks Chart

Fit To Be Tied Exercises Videos

• Flexibility Exercise Videos
• Balance & Proprioception Exercises
• Front Leg Strength Exercises
• Core Strength Exercise
• Rear Leg Strength Exercises
• Good for the Soul Exercises

Fit To Be Tied Lessons

• Lesson 1: Why Fitness Matters to You, Your Dogs and Bitches, and Your Puppies
• Lesson 2: Exercise Changes Throughout the Breeding Process
• Lesson 3: What Stage is Your Dog In?
• Lesson 4: Before & While Breeding Your Dog (3 months prior through breeding)
• Lesson 5: First Trimester (Ovulation - Day 21)
• Lesson 6: Second Trimester (Day 22 - Day 42)
• Lesson 7: Third Trimester (Day 43 - Birth)
• Lesson 8: Early Lactation (Birth to 21 Days)
• Lesson 9: Late Lactation (Days 22 - 49)
• Lesson 10: Weaning (Days 49 - Pups Are Fully Weaned)
• Lesson 11: Recovery (After Pups Are Fully Weaned)
• FTBT Resources