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My dog was in heat and missing. How do I know if she's pregnant?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

Is Luna pregnant? She was just In heat a while ago and she went missing for one night... but she did come back.

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 4th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is a possibility but dogs can also have fake pregnancies- all the signs of a pregnancy but with no fetuses. I recommend taking her to a vet for an exam. They can take an X-ray 45 days after mating or look sooner with an ultrasound. Good luck and kisses to Luna!

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