She has probably been nesting for at least a few days now. If you know where she has been hanging out then set up a nesting place there. A nesting place can consist of a small dark closet if she is a big dog, or a box with low sides if she is a small dog. Basically she needs a place where she feels safe. Away from activity. She should be able to do everything on her own. She will go into active labor. You will know this because you will see her stomach having contractions. If she goes into labor and is pushing for more than 30 minutes and has not delivered a pup you need to pack her up and head to the vet or ER clinic. This is a problem more with small dogs than large dogs. After the pup is born she will lick it and get it out of the sack. If she has never had puppies before and doesn't do this right away then you will have to help. ( Most likely this will not happen so don't panic.) If needed pull the sack away from the pups face. Clear it's nostrils and rub it vigorously to get it breathing. When it cries your job is over. Mom should eat the sack (placenta) it has stuff in it she needs. I won't go into the technical aspect of it. Sometimes they will deliver the pups about 30 minutes apart. Other times hours can go by. Once she has delivered the first pup the rest should be easy. Talk to her in a calm voice. If you panic she will feel your stress. Like I said she should be able to do all this on her own. Mother nature is powerful. She made it a natural thing for animals to give birth on their own. But like I said if she is small (under 20lbs) be sure she doesn't push more than 30 minutes without taking her to the vet. Especially if you don't know what size dog bred her. Pups can get stuck in the birth canal if they are too large. Now... go get some towels that you can throw away and put a bunch of them down for her. Stay calm. You can do it. Email me if you have further questions. Denise
2006-08-14 10:04:27
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answered by k9resq 3
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Take her to the vet. Ask the vet. I know it doesnt sound like much help, but there may be issues, the vet should at least check her out, if not be there during the delivery. It may be something you can handle, but you should ask your vet about any specific issues with your breed that you need to know. Specifically some breeds, you cannot help because if you touch the pups, the mother will eat them. I'd rather be safe than sorry, and ask the vet.
2006-08-14 09:50:25
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answered by rdnkchic2003 4
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mother nature knows all, and your dog will be fine. If you are that worried, just watch her while she's having them and maybe help her clean them, if you can stomach it. But wait to touch them until she has the cord cut. She should regard you with respect if you participate and she will trust you with her puppies more than she would otherwise. Remember, it's her first litter and she could change her attitude towards people, especially when they get near her puppies, so no visitors for at least the first week, except you of course.
2006-08-14 09:55:39
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answered by dina h 2
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Ok first when she gets a mate the male dog has to be smaller
2. Make sure you feed it healthy food
3. If your dog is small do it at the vet..
4. If you think your dog is small and your dog is giving birth at home watch out because it can get c- section
5. UMM GOOD LUCK!
2006-08-14 09:50:50
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answered by sarah 4
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HI, Calm down - you will do fine. I'm a Cocker Spaniel breeder. Here is a website that I would like for you to look at: http://www.debbiejensen.com - this website is packed with information for almost any situation that could/will arise. There is a list of things that you will need also. I know it is nerve racking when you don't know wha to do or what to expect, but seriously look through this website and if you have any question, please feel free to email me. millieroberson@yahoo.com
2006-08-14 10:38:03
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answered by Anonymous
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Don't worry.
Animal instinct will kick in and Chazy will do everything.
Just make sure she has lots of food and water, and a very comfortable place to sleep.
When she's done she'll be starving, thirsty, and TIRED.
2006-08-14 09:50:10
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answered by batmantis1999 4
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well u need to make sure she/he is not on its feet and make sure it has the right tipe of food our just ask the vet
2006-08-14 09:53:01
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answered by jobrofan4life 2
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