Will my dog survive pregnancy if she gets pregnant on her first heat?

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Will a dog that gets pregnant during her first heat survive pregnancy and delivery? My dog is 1 year old.

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

In a normal [pregnancy](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/pregnancy/), there is no reason to believe that a healthy bitch would die during pregnancy or parturition (delivery). Of course any pregnancy can have risks no matter at what age and sometimes, [delivery](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/dystocia/) can be impeded, which can cause problems which, if not addressed in time can cause the death of the bitch and/or litter. If you have any reason to believe that your dog has problems during pregnancy or labor (foul discharge from the vulva, fever, lethargy, anorexia, general malaise) take her to a vet immediately for a complete exam.

Will my dog survive pregnancy if she gets pregnant on her first heat?

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