i am sure she is due to have them soon she started showing about 4 weeks ago and she filled up of milk about a week and a half ago she is laying down alot today and seems quiet restless can someone tell me if this is a sing she is about to have her pups thank you very much
2007-03-22 01:54:50 · 7 answers · asked by kelly w 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
she is a 4 year old staffy and this is her second litter
2007-03-22 02:32:36 · update #1
It sounds like she is going to have her babies soon. They are pregnant for 58-66 days which would be equal to 9 weeks.
If she is indoors you need to make sure she has them in an area that is easy to clean.It is messy even though the mother cleans the mess up you still need to change any linenings you may have for her. If she has a dog bed it's best that she doesn't have them in it or you will most likely end up trashing her bed. Most dogs naturally know how to care for there babies but if its her first litter then she may be a little confused on what all to do for them. You just have to help her a bit if this is the case. Make sure she knows she needs to feed them when they cry and she keeps them clean. Good Luck!!!
2007-03-22 02:42:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES IT IS A SIGN. You should keep a close eye on her for today and the next few days.
If she is panting alot and is off her food then that's another sign. Also if she is digging in an area then she is trying to make a den to have her pups in. You should confine her into one area that is free of drafts and is going to be easy for you to keep a close eye on her. Make it comfy for her.
Good Luck! :)
2007-03-22 09:01:17 · answer #2 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What are the signs that my pet is ready to give birth?
Symptoms of an impending birth are: mothers loss of appetite, restlessness and "nesting". Her body temperature will drop to about 99 degrees Fahrenheit.
2007-03-22 08:59:40 · answer #3 · answered by onyx27 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to direct these questions to a vet. Alot of things can go wrong with dog pregnancy and birth and you would need to know what to look for. She might even have to have an emergency C-section or she and the pups could die.
2007-03-22 08:58:07 · answer #4 · answered by KathyS 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Yes,it does sound like she is preparing for delivery. The best way to know is to start taking her temperature. It will drop to abot 99 just before birth. You didn't mention your dogs breed. You should call your vet for proper advice if this is your first litter.
2007-03-22 09:04:27 · answer #5 · answered by W. 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
maybe or maybe not just watch her carring a bunch of puppy's is hard work so she might just be tired or she could be getting ready just in case layout some blankets and comfy stuff so she can lay comfortably and have her pups or rest
2007-03-22 08:58:24 · answer #6 · answered by newyorican chick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like it, try not too touch her too much they like too be talked to or soothing music. If she is panting alot & cany get confy them your going too be a Mom.
2007-03-22 09:29:16 · answer #7 · answered by bdgizzy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋