My mini dach started having contractions last night. They weren't really hard, but I could definetely tell they were contractions. They were really far apart, and as of this morning she hasn't had pups.But she's not staying in her place I made for her to have the pups either.
I'm wondering if dogs have braxton-hicks contractions (false labor) like women do?
And, after these contractions, how long until pups arrive?
Today is her 59th day from her first tie with the male.
Thanks to all in advance!
2006-08-19 02:08:27 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
She only had a few contractions last night, but I haven't noticed her having any this morning yet. She is acting fine this morning, and is up moving around.THis is her 2nd litter and YES I'm staying right with her.I fell asleep in the floor beside her last night}
2006-08-19 02:41:17 · update #1
Dogs can have both false labor and false pregnancies.
You'll know when your Doxie is ready to give birth when she displays any or all of these pre-birth behaviors: nest-building (scratching up and biting at her bedding materials), panting, and seeking a quiet place to birth. ((Dogs will not always have their pups where YOU want them to have the pups.))
Right before the first birth you'll also see a gush of pre-birth lubricating fluid. The pup will present as a buldge between her anus and vagina.
There may be several hours between pups, too, so don't panic if they don't all come out one after the other.
If her labor goes on for more than 5 hours before the pup is born or between the pups, get her to a vet. It may mean that her uterus is too "tired" to push anymore or that a pup is stuck in the birth canal.
2006-08-19 03:06:45 · answer #1 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've never seen dogs have Braxton hicks. If your dog is in active labor and doesn't have pups within two hours, it is time to visit the vet. Sometimes the first pup is stuck so the vet needs to get that pup out so the other puppies can come out too.
We find the first pup is the hardest to pass. The other puppies come out much easier. Sometimes a balloon full of water will come out first. This is done to lubricate the path.
Sometimes if the mom is not passing the puppies when she goes into active contractions we stand the momma up staight (sort of like a begging thing) to allow gravity to do it's thing. Sometimes it helps, sometimes it doesn't.
Also it helps to rub the nipples. This releases small amounts of oxytocin to help the contractions along. That is why when a momma has puppies we put the puppies on the momma to nurse which helps bring the rest of the siblings quicker into the world.
Don't let your girl go too long without vet intervention. If she can't get them out she could die from exhaustion. Also maybe her contractions aren't strong enough to pass the puppies in the first place. Again you need the vet to give her oxytocin to make the contractions stronger.
Good luck to you and your doxie!
2006-08-19 02:34:34 · answer #2 · answered by Justsomegirl 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It tends to vary like it is with us. She may be moving around alot and not staying put because she is uncomfortable. When contractions are stronger and there is less time in between them, the puppies will soon come. Until then, make sure she relaxs and if you let her outside to go to the bathroom at all, watch her carefully because when one of my dogs was pregnant, she had one outside. Is this her first litter? If so, you may want to be there when she delievers the puppies. Yes, dogs and other animals have instinct to do the right thing, but she may need help. My dogs are Goldens and when they are pregnant they turn into walking balloons and they cant reach themselves to clean the puppies and do what needs to be done. So in case that might happen, stay there and see if she needs help with anything. It may make her feel more comfortable as well...and not so nervous. When she does deliver, let her get up between puppies if she has to so she doesnt get muscle cramps or become uncomfortable... but dont let her leave the puppies (not that they would....usually they stay right next to them). Also, if this is your first litter, dont expect the puppies to come right after another like they show on the tv. It may take awhile in between them. Mine there are sometimes 30,45 or even close to an hour between them. It might be helpful to record the times that they arrive at just incase the vet requests them...... Hope this helped a bit.
2006-08-19 02:23:13 · answer #3 · answered by lacia2159 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If the puppy hasn't been born within an hour, RUSH the dog to the nearest Emergency Vet. You have a serious problem and may need an emergency C-section Between pups can vary, depending on how many there are and how healthy the mother dog is, but the labor should NEVER last more than an hour.
2016-03-16 23:58:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
My staff went on all night but we should have took her in sooner than we did to vet coz she was stuck. we lost a pup. dont leave it too longs my advice
2006-08-19 02:17:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should be in contact with yout vet.
Honstly, you should know stuff like this before breeding dogs and you should be able to ask a mentor that should be helping you become a more responsible breeder. To answer your quyestions now here are some links, I hope they help.
PREGNENCY AND BIRTH DOGS
http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/predog/
http://www.k9web.com/dog-faqs/medical/whelping.html#timeline-pups
Take some time and strive to be the best doxie breeder there is if you continue to want to breed.
Learning to breed
http://www.learntobreed.com/
The Impact of your Choice
http://www.wonderpuppy.net/breeding.htm
2006-08-19 02:27:14 · answer #6 · answered by cm30324 6 · 0⤊ 4⤋
varies from dog to dog just as it does in humans
2006-08-19 02:11:58 · answer #7 · answered by aussie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋