I am dealing with an 11 pound pekingese during her first ever pregnancy. I just recently found out that she is due to have puppies any time now. She is my baby, and is very small. The vet didn't express any certain worry in her size and the delivery of what she said to be "very big pekingese puppies". I am worried for her because i love her dearly and don't want something to go wrong.
Also,
I am certain she is over 63 days pregnant. Her belly has been alive with movement for the past five days now and just today has quieted down a lot. The puppies heartbeats are still strong and healthy but they are significantly quiter in their movements than they have been. Her temp is about 100.0 now, was 98.6 earlier. She still has an appetite. Isn't nesting.. She is a confusing little doggie. But I am sure it's because she has NO idea what's going on with her.
Any advice at all would be greatly appreciated.
(I know the basics..nesting, panting..etc..anything else I need to know??)
2006-12-25 13:22:42 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
well...congratulations! dogs temperatures are usually around 100.0 degrees or so ....perhaps she's just feeling uncomfortable, especially if this is her first pregnancy. if your vet hasn't expressed any worries about her babies, then I'm sure everything is OK. just keep a close watch on her. she'll let you know when she goes into labor. I don't know much about dogs and their pregnancies...not as much as I do about cats, but It just sounds like her little body is going through all kinds of crazy things, and she's a little uncomfortable, and possibly has a sore belly from the stretching. when my cat was pregnant, I would rub her belly, and just talk softly to her. (sounds silly, I know!) when she goes into labor, she'll probably be licking herself a lot...also when she is in full labor...she'll probably want someone around, so if its possible, sit with her and try to comfort her....once the first one is out, it goes pretty smoothly after wards, but its best to come in from time to time and check on her. I hope this helps some. good luck! p.s....watch to see if she starts rooting around under a blanket, or rooting around inside closets...she'll be going into labor pretty soon after they do that.
2006-12-25 13:51:52 · answer #1 · answered by tweetybird37406 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you were so concerned you would have gathered as much info as possible before breeding. How can you have just found out recently she is due to have pups were you not there for breeding? Whelping comes natural to dogs and they do know what to do providing there are no complications. If there were complications and you have been taking her to the vet as you said I am sure the vet would have clued you in. You should have been asking your vet any and all questions that you had. A professionals opinion is best in these kinds of cases don't you think?
2006-12-25 15:07:36 · answer #2 · answered by Shepherdgirl § 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
From what I can understand she will lose her appetite prior to going into labor. Usually her maternal instincts will kick in when she starts to go into labor but if you are concerned call your vet and tell them what is going on and how worried you are about you baby, they will proabably be more than happy to talk you through what you will be seeing and your dog experiencing. Though if she is in active labor for a long period of time and no puppies and it looks like she is tired then I would call your vet for sure and tell them what is happening and see if they want you to get her in asap. I know it is hard not to worry because she is like a child to you but dogs have been whelping for centuries and not very many have died as a result but do watch her to make sure that she doesn't have any complications because you're right, they can.
2006-12-25 15:02:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would simply watch on her delivery for any signs of stress. If she goes into labor (you'll know) and doesn't have any pups for a while but seems to strain, then call the vet.
If her pups have 'settled' in the womb, its because they probably have less room to move now. She must be getting close.
Keep a watchful eye, but don't get nervous yet! Majority births go smoothly.
Cheers and congratulations!
2006-12-25 13:31:02 · answer #4 · answered by babsie b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure she does know what's going on with her. Is she staying closer to you than normal? Not letting you out of her sight? Try staying with her for a while in the room her whelping box is in. She may be more inclined to nest if you stay with her. (I had one female who actually stopped her contractions if I left the room for a minute and waited for me in the doorway!)
Not all of them stop eating. Just stay close to her so you'll know if she starts showing signs of distress. I'm assuming your vet knows she's due so you can call if you need to. Don't anticipate trouble, just be ready in case and good luck to her.
2006-12-25 13:53:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Watch her closely tonight and if she doesn't have pups, take her in to the vet tomorrow for a checkup to ease your mind. If the pups are very big, she may need a c-section.
2006-12-25 13:27:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
uh not sure
2006-12-25 13:25:43 · answer #7 · answered by $loverr 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋