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Dear Heloise: When my dog, Lady, was expecting puppies, I had somewhere perfect for her to have her puppies – my son’s small, molded-plastic wading pool.

It’s roomy enough, and the height is perfect for Lady to walk in and out. After I put some newspaper on one end and towels on the other, she immediately took to it and made herself comfortable.

It will be quite a while before the pups are large enough to climb out, so it gives me peace of mind knowing they won’t be wandering around in the middle of the night. – Lisa M., Fort Myers, Fla.

A child’s wading pool is perfect for newborns (four paws, that is) and mom alike. – Heloise