My 8-year-old small Yorkie tied. Is pregnancy dangerous at her age?

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I caught my 8 year old small yorkie bitch tied with the neighbours chihuahua x dog could my bitch definitely be pregnant and how dangerous is it for her at her age, she's never had a litter and app 2kg in weight. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 8 years and 3 months old | 4 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Yes, it is possilbe that Looloo is pregnant, and is dangerous for her age and weight. Dogs over the age of five or six should never be bred, and because she is a toy breed, they have a much higher chance of difficulties given birth due to their small size. They often need c-sections to give birth safely. I would have Looloo seen by a vet first thing Monday. It would be best to have her spayed immediately to terminate any possible pregnancy, and it will keep her from accidentally getting pregnant in the future.

My 8-year-old small Yorkie tied. Is pregnancy dangerous at her age?

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