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Is it normal for puppies to move more during early dog labor?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boerboel | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 2 months old | 60 lbs

Can the pups movement increase during first stage labour?

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on September 8th, 2017

As fetus grow they will move more often and develop more. I am assuming you are asking if you will see the fetus moving in molly. Most of the time we do not see the puppies moving but it is possible. Hope that helps

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