My chihuahua/pug mix is pregnant. Will she need a C-section?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 10 months old | 14 lbs
My chihuahua/pug mix is in heat and accidentally mated with a yorkie/Pomeranian mix last week. They locked for about an hour. My female is 13-14lbs. And the male is around 7 or 8 lbs. I'm wondering if there is a good chance that my dog can have a healthy natural delivery. I have heard that chihuahuas tend to need csections but she is a chihuahua/pug mix. Please let me know what you think. Thank you.
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Published on April 25th, 2017
Both chihuahuas and pugs are high secton risks - your vet may be able to advise further depending on her frame and width of pelvis but if you do not wish to breed her aborting the litter or neutering may also be possibilities.
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Published on April 24th, 2017
If the male was the same size or smaller than her, there is a fair chance that the birth could happen naturally, but of course no guaranties. if the male was larger then the risks increase, in that case i personally think it would be a good idea to get her spayed ASAP.
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Published on January 31st, 2019
Chihuahuas tend to have a lot of problems giving birth due to their small size, and frequently need c sections. Given her age and small size, I think it would be best for her safety to follow the recommendations and have her spayed. If you want to keep the puppies, you need to start saving in case she needs an emergency c section. Those can cost thousands. Best of luck.
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