When will my pregnant dog deliver? What signs indicate labor?

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Hi doctor, Recently a street dog comes in or home and stay here. She is pregnant. But I can't detect her pregnancy stage, and because she is not our pet we can't get her to a vet.pregnancy signs- belly is firm and fullar, some nipples are pink and some slightly change original color.vaginal discharge. She eat little but 3/4 time a day. lazy and tired, and Last two days she slept deeply. And she likes that we touch her belly to feel her babies,Can you tell me that what is exact delivery time?? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 1 year and 2 months old

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately it is difficult to say when exactly her delivery date is. Even with an ultrasound or X-ray, you cannot say for sure. If her belly looks big and rounded then I would say she is closer - probably expecting around the 1-2 weeks. Again, I cannot guarantee that because it all depends on how big the dad was as well. Just continue to give her lots of love and if you are okay with having the pups inside your house or in a safe area of your garage I would put some soft blankets or even a large plastic bin or kiddy pool with a lot of bedding in it now so she can get use to it. It isn’t guaranteed that she will choose to use that area but hopefully she will! Also, I would start transitioning (mix old food with new food for 7-10 days) her to puppy food as she will need the extra calories and nitrition while nursing her pups. I hope this helps.

When will my pregnant dog deliver? What signs indicate labor?

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