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I feel puppies in my dog's belly. How soon will she give birth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female

I think my dog is pregnant, she has put on weight and her tits have gotten bigger. When i rub her belly it feels like pups are in there. When i can feel them how much longer before she gives birth?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 10th, 2017

You can feel the puppies typically around the 6th week of pregnancy (days 35-42), but she could be further along than that. A dog's typical gestation length is 58-68 days. I would have Chloe seen by a vet to have her pregnancy confirmed, and the vet can do x-rays or an ultrasound to see how far along she is in her pregnancy.

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