09/10/2026
🐾 So, what exactly are we waiting for now?
After Wednesday's progesterone result of 0.87, we know one really important thing:
We’re at the beginning. ❤️
Which was a huge relief.
But now comes the part that probably looks a little strange from the outside…
We wait.
We watch.
And we test again.
A progesterone test isn’t just about confirming that Lani is in season. We’re watching her hormone levels rise so we can work out where she is in her cycle and when the timing is right for breeding.
And that timing matters.
A lot.
It’s not simply a case of noticing she’s in season and introducing her to Manuka. There’s a window we’re trying to identify, and every blood test gives us another little piece of the puzzle.
So what numbers are we actually looking for?
Right now, Lani is sitting at 0.87. As her cycle progresses, we’re watching that number rise.
Once we start seeing progesterone levels up around 28 to 30 and above, that tells us we’re getting into the ovulation stage — and that’s when we do the AI. ❤️
So every number matters because it helps us work out exactly where she is in her cycle, and when that all-important window has arrived.
Because we’ve already followed one of Lani’s previous seasons closely, we have a rough idea of how her progesterone tends to rise. Last time, while we were learning her pattern, we were testing every couple of days.
This time, her first result gives us enough confidence to wait until Wednesday for the next blood test.
But we never assume.
Bodies don’t read calendars, and just because Lani followed one pattern last time doesn’t mean she’ll follow it perfectly again.
So between now and Wednesday, we’re still watching her closely — checking the physical signs, watching any changes in her behaviour, and of course, keeping an eye on our extremely helpful early-warning system…
Manuka. 😂
Although, as we established yesterday, Manuka is possibly the world’s most respectful gentleman and generally doesn’t show much interest in our girls until they are very ready.
He cares far too much to bother a lady before she’s ready. 😂❤️
Very respectful.
Not particularly useful. 😂
And this is one of those parts of breeding that doesn’t photograph quite as beautifully as a basket full of puppies.
It’s waiting.
It’s second-guessing.
Watching numbers.
Planning around work and life.
And knowing that getting the timing right is one of the many responsibilities we carry before a litter even begins.
So our next little milestone is Wednesday.
Another trip to K9 Repro.
Another blood test.
Another number.
And hopefully another step closer. 🤞❤️
We’ll take you with us. 🐾
