well spoken act284 i did jump to the defensive side which calls for excuses most of the time.i did what i had to do to correct the defected pen but my young bitch is still carrying a premature litter this is something held in high regards as to never repeat itself i go over and beyond for my dogs. thanks cali jack aswell act284 because evrything you guys said and through my exceptance and respect for your advice only made me a much better world class owner of the greatest breed in the world...