any one know the stages of dogs pregnancy?

Question

hiya we think our dog could be havin puppys but we want to know how we can tell if she or isnt !!! so help me plz

well it wasnt planed coz she got out and she pin show signs on it but shes had 2 fulse ones in da past

Answer 1

Over ninety-eight percent of all dogs deliver their puppies without assistance or complications. But when our beloved pet or a sheltered stray is set to deliver puppies it is comforting to know that things are proceeding without hitches and on schedule. Here are some of the things that should happen as your dog begins to deliver her puppies.

Just Before Labor Begins: canine labor pregnant birth dog puppies
Pregnancy in dogs last approximately 63 days (56-69 days). Toy breeds may deliver a week earlier while large breeds often deliver later. Two weeks before your dog’s due date, begin to take its temperature at noon. Purchase a rectal or oral thermometer but use it rectally. You can lubricate it with margarine or KY jelly and insert it about an inch. Leave it in place for three minutes. Your dog’s temperature should be between 101 and 102.5 Fahrenheit. When the pet’s temperature drops below 100F she should deliver the pups in less than twenty-four hours.

Stage One of Labor:
During the first stage of labor the cervix begins to dilate and uterine contractions begin. These contractions are painful and perplexing to the dog. She will appear quite uncomfortable and restless - pacing, shivering and panting. She probably will not eat and she may even vomit. Some dogs whine persistently. Others occupy themselves building a nest. Uterine contractions, although occurring, are not as easy to see as in humans. This is the longest stage of labor. It generally lasts six to eighteen hours. By the end of this period the dog’s cervix will have completely dilated for the puppies to pass. During this period keep the mother’s environment quiet and calm. I usually shut them off in a darkened area such as the bathroom.

Stage Two of Labor:
During the second stage of labor uterine contractions begin in force. As this stage progresses the placental water sacks break and a straw-colored fluid is passed. Placentas are expelled after each puppy or sporadically during labor. Pups usually appear every half-hour or so after ten to thirty minutes of forceful straining. As the pups deliver, the mother will lick the puppy clean and bite off the umbilical cord. It is important to let the mother do this, if she will, because through this process she bonds with her puppies and learns to recognize them as her own. The rough licking of the mother stimulates the puppies to breathe and improves their circulation. The mother will probably eat some of the afterbirths. If the ***** does not tear away the sac and lick the pups to stimulate respiration, the owner should tear the sac open, clear all fluid away from the pup's nose and mouth, and vigorously rub the pup to stimulate breathing.
It is not uncommon, however, for the mother to take rests during labor and up to four hours can pass between some puppies. If more than four hours have passed without a puppy and you are certain more puppies are present take the dog to a veterinary hospital. Also seek assistance if the mother strains forcefully for over an hour without producing another pup. If you see the rear legs of a puppy protruding from the dog’s vagina you can assist the mother by gently pulling the puppy in a downward and rearward arcing motion. You must do this very gently because puppies are fragile and easily hurt. It is normal for many puppies to be born rear feet first or breach. When a mother dog is stuck in incomplete labor the first thing I do is administer oxytocin and calcium to stimulate uterine contractions. If the puppies are too big to pass through the birth canal or the oxytocin fails to induce successful labor, I perform a cesarean section on the dog.

Stage Three of Labor:
The concept of a third stage of labor is borrowed from human labor terms. It is a very indistinct period in dogs. Once all the puppies have been born the dog enters this third stage of labor during which time the uterus contracts fully, expelling any remaining placenta, blood and fluid.

Midwifery:
After thirty-two days of pregnancy the mother’s appetite will begin to increase. She should begin to eat about twice as much as she used to. When the puppies come and she is producing milk, her food consumption should be about three times as much as it was before her pregnancy.
Purchase a name brand puppy chow to feed her with during these periods. If you do so, there is no need to give her supplements of any kind. There is no need to restrict the mother’s normal exercise but intensive exercise or work training should be curtailed.

Around the forty-fifth day, bring the pet in to be examined by a veterinarian. At this time the vet
will be able to palpate the puppies and give you an indication of how many to expect. If you need to know earlier, then have an ultrasound examination performed about the twenty-fifth day.
Blood progesterone levels can be tested about day 34 to confirm pregnancy.

The puppies will be born still covered by the amniotic membrane. This membrane must be removed from the puppy’s face in order for it to breathe. Most momma dogs are very attentive to the newborn puppy and lick and tear the membrane off. If they are not or you just don’t have the patience to wait, assist the dog in doing this. Peel the membrane away and remove mucous from the puppy’s mouth and nose with a soft towel. Tie a piece of dental floss or thread around the umbilical cord about an inch from the puppy’s belly button and cut the cord distal to the knot.

Serious Problems:
If the mother fails to go into labor within twenty-four hours after her body temperature drops to below 100F you should take the dog to a veterinarian. Do this also if you have calculated that more than 69 days have passed since the dog was bred.

Some dogs will suffer milk failure or insufficient milk before their puppies are weaned. This occurs in older dogs as well as dogs that have another concurrent health problem such as eclampsia, mastitis or systemic disease. These dogs need to be taken directly to a veterinarian the puppies supplemented or raised by hand. Signs that milk is inadequate are thin or lean puppies that cry consistently suck objects around them (or each other) and do not sleep.

It is normal for the mother to run a low fever during the two days after giving birth. I become concerned if the fever is over 102.8, if the dog is drinking excessive water or if she is depressed. These may all be signs of a retained placenta (or puppy) or a uterine infection.

It is normal for the dog to have a copious vaginal discharge following birthing. This discharge normally has rusty reddish or greenish brown appearance. I become concerned when the discharge is pus-like or has a strong odor. This can also be a sign of retained placenta and uterine infection (metritis). Normal cleansing of the uterus can last as long as eight weeks.

Normal mother dogs are bright, alert and attentive to their puppies. She should have a ravenous appetite as she converts metabolites to milk. I become concerned if the mother shows any signs of listlessness or depression. She also needs to visit a veterinarian if she is not attentive to her puppies.

Check the mother’s milk flow. It should flow with only the slightest of finger pressure.


Eclampsia or Milk Fever:
Eclampsia is actually a glandular problem in which the parathyroid gland does not secrete sufficient calcium-releasing hormone. When it does occur, this problem happens just before or within 3-4 weeks after welping. Milk fever is an acute, life-threatening condition. It is most common in small breeds with large litters. Mother dogs become disoriented, stiff, nervous and restless. They loose interest in her puppies. In severe cases they will have muscle spasms, seizures and be unable to walk. The mother may run a fever and have a rapid heart rate. . This problem results from low blood calcium as the mother’s body prepares to produce calcium-rich milk. I treat it by administering intravenous 10% calcium gluconate at 0.25-0.75ml/pound/hour. Affected dogs return to normal in fifteen minutes or less. Then I either wean the puppies or place the mother on a calcium supplement for the remainder of their lactation. Giving calcium supplements during pregnancy is not helpful and may actually cause the problem to reoccur during future pregnancies.

Mastitis or Breast Infection:
The normal canine breasts of mother dogs are soft, warm and enlarged. They should never be red, hot, painful and hard. Hard painful breasts are signs of infection. Dogs with this condition are reluctant to let the puppies nurse and when they do little milk is produced. As soon as I identify a dog with this condition I remove the puppies and hand feed them. Hot packs on the affected breasts help draw down the infection. I place the mother dog on antibiotics and limit her water supply to dry up her milk as quickly as possible.

Hypoglycemia or Low Blood Sugar:
This condition is easily confused with eclampsia. It is primarily a problem in small breeds. The signs are disorientation, weakness, subnormal temperature and low blood sugar analysis. I treat it by administering intravenous dextrose solution. Recovery is very rapid. I often give some dextrose at the same time I treat with intravenous calcium for eclampsia since the two problems often occur together

Answer 2

Ooh lovely! A dog is pregnant for nine weeks, give or take a few days either way. If you count from today, give her about three weeks and you should feel her stomach expanding a little bit. She'll start eating like tomorrow's ending ha ha in about four / five weeks and let her have it! She needs all the nourishment she can get if she's carrying little ones. As its her first litter she's going to be nervous and maybe a bit tetchy but thats normal behaviour, you'd be nervous too! When she's around 7 weeks gone you'll notice her stomach expanding and dropping slightly, thats the babies moving forward down the birth canal ready to greet the world! Nearer her time, make up a bed for her, away from draughts and chills with plenty of old, clean blankets inside for her to rip when she's birthing, hurts like hell! Keep your eye on her so that you'll know if she's having trouble but they normally manage well. The pups may come quick once labour starts but then again there could be anything up to an hour between pups! You'll know she's in labour because she'll go very quiet, go off her food and want to keep sitting down as if she's having a wee! Don't worry too much about it but if your concerned, take her to your vet in about three weeks and he / she will be able to tell you just how pregnant she is! I hope everything goes well for you and for her x

Answer 3

What 'stages' are you looking for? Bitches are pregnant for 62/63 days, counting from the first mating. Bitches rarely produce prematurely and premature puppies don't often survive. Bitches can go over by a couple of days, but shouldn't be left any longer than that without a vet check. You will see puppies moving around from about week 7. Other than that I recommend you get some books on caring for the pregnant b itch, the whelping, and after-care of her and her litter. Which should have been done way before your b itch was mated to be honest. And find yourself a mentor.

Answer 4

If pregnant your dog will carry the pups 9 weeks,or 63 days,but if a big litter,she could deliver at 56 days ,or 8 weeks.If the pet is at least 6 to 7 weeks past in her pregnancy,stand her on her all fours,place your hand underneath the pets stomach toward the back legs.Feel her stomach very gently.If with pups you should be able to feel little hard balls about the size of your palm within her stomach.Good luck with your possible new litter.

Answer 5

She Will Bleed in her Anal Area and It Will be Red and Swallow Than She Will Get Fat Like another 5-20 Pounds More THan Her Body Will Expend Out Than Usuasl SHe Will Lay On Her Back most of The TIme Than The Puppies Will Start Coming Out I Perferred Of Its Her First Time Help Her Cut The Umbleacr Core For The Puppies And her and Leave It For Her She Will Eat It as Protein. and Than she make sure they breathin and clear there air paths and Than Of THey Are Already Dead I Perferred U turn around Because she Will Eat It Because a Bad Apple Spoils THe Bunch Than FOr THe next 6 Weeks Feed Her And Then 2 Weeks After That 6 Weeks The Puppies need to start eating Puppy food to get them used to it

Answer 6

Is this a planned pregnancy? If so, contact your mentor or your vet and start doing some research. While there are great people on this list, it is NOT the place to being doing the indepth research necessary when you'll be bringing new life into the world.

If this is NOT a planned pregnancy I recommend having her spayed immediately. Pregnancy and whelping ALWAYS is a risk to the b*tch. Even longtime reputable breeders approach breeding their beloved b*tches with a degree of trepidation. There are so many things that can go wrong.

Answer 7

Well my boxer just had puppies and we didn't know she was pregnant until aboout a month ago. All I can say is they usually act more indepent and don't want other animals around them, but the usually follow you around and try to gain most of your attention. Generally dogs are pregnant for 60-64 days.
I hope this helped,
Gina

Answer 8

B1tches don't tend to show any signs of pregnancy for at least 4 weeks. Take her to the vet if you think she was mated around 4 weeks ago. From about the 5th week, she may begin to thicken a little and a week or so before the pups aare born you may be able to see them moving around her flanks/abdomen. You may also feel them kicking but DON'T go pushing & prodding her around. She may start producing milk from about a week before too.
Her appetite will also increase in the last half of pregnancy or she may begin to be sick after eating.
However all those signs (except the pups' movement) can also be a sign of a false pregnancy.

Answer 9

Ask your doctor about an exercise routine. Regular exercise, such as walking three times a week, may reduce neuropathy pain, improve your muscle strength and help control blood sugar levels. Gentle routines such as yoga and tai chi might also help.

Answer 10

Y dontcha take da dog 2 da vet to figure out if your dog is pregnant?

Answer 11

Dogs are preg for 61 to 63 days you can get her xrayed at day 54 to see for sure they also have preg tests at some vet offices.. Other wise just wait and see.. Some dogs to get milk but it is called a fake preg...
ther signs are weight gane and eating more