Just moved into a new house in the country. People before us left their dog. By my calculations it's been about 12 weeks that she has been pregnant. We do not have a shelter in this area, and no vets within 50 miles. I can't afford to take her to a vet, much less drive an hour to do so. I've read that normal pregnancy for dogs is 9 weeks. Is there anything that I can do to induce her? Or should I just wait it out? Her temperature is still 102, however 2 days ago she started dripping fluid from the vaginal area, but still no pups. She has a safe place, and I just don't know what else I need to do to help her. Any suggestions?
2006-06-05 13:34:11 · 12 answers · asked by srrsmr 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
There is not much you can do to help her without veterinary care. Just keep her fed, and sheltered. It doen't sound good, if she has really been pregnant that long. I doubt that she will make it without professional care.
You were correct, gestation for a dog is 9 weeks.
2006-06-05 13:43:30 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Doggie pregnancy is 9 weeks. Either you are wrong about the dates, or she is just having a false pregnancy. I would take her to the vet just to make sure she is okay. He may want to induce her labor.
The former poster is right. It could very well be a pyometra(uterine infection). If you do not take her to the vet, one way or the other, pregnancy or pyometra, she will die if not seen by a vet.
2006-06-05 21:05:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really need to get her seen. Dogs are pregnant for 58-63 days.....she is past that. They do not go much past that. She may have a uterine infection..pyometria. It happens when the uterus fills with pus. It can rupture if not treated. Treatment is a spay. There is no other treatment. If you do not get her treated, she will probably die. Either take her for treatment or take her and get her euthanized so she does not die a horrid death.
2006-06-05 20:52:27 · answer #3 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normal gestation is 63 days....it will happen naturally....just try to be around when she does have them in case there are any problems...if she is a bigger dog she should be fine. try watchng 'That's my Baby ' on animal planet...it can give you a few pointers. Nature pretty well takes care of itself...birth is a natural instinct for animals.
2006-06-05 20:39:25 · answer #4 · answered by southerngirl70 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm not sure how long a dog is pregnant for. you could call a vet and ask them. i would say the dripping is a sign of things to come....as in puppies!! good luck!!
2006-06-05 20:38:57 · answer #5 · answered by purple_euphoria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when her temp drops to 98 she will have them..just watch her and make sure she has shelter for those puppies!! you do not want to induce her!! it will happen when shes ready.my dobe just had pups,and she leaked for about 1 week before having them.. if you cant afford her take her to the pound,so she can be safe and comfortable please..
2006-06-05 20:44:41 · answer #6 · answered by uniquedobe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if it has been 12 wks then the pups are dead it is best to take her to a professinal that knows how to do certin things
2006-06-05 20:41:11 · answer #7 · answered by Abigael C 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the first puppy may be breach. if you live in the country, then maybe one of your neighbors can help you. especially if there are any animal farms.
2006-06-05 20:39:41 · answer #8 · answered by alienmiss 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can call a vet, They won't charge for advice. or go onto
http://pets.yahoo.com/pets/dogs/hn/caring_for_your_pregnant_dog
2006-06-05 20:39:57 · answer #9 · answered by cableguy91343 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably get another female dog that a friend might have to be a midwife for your dog, or take it to a farm nearby they'll know what to do
2006-06-05 20:37:40 · answer #10 · answered by don1clamenza 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋