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My dog just had puppies. Why is she still pushing and has a lump?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | unspayed

My Shihtzu had 6 puppies today all is fine pups are healthy but she's started pushing every now and then! I can feel a lump in her belly but she is not crying, she's eating and drinking and seems normal what shall I do?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 4th, 2017

I would definitely recommend taking Delilah to an emergency veterinarian for an examination. It sounds like she could still be in labor, and if she's been pushing for more than 30 minutes with no puppy it is considered an emergency. The veterinarian might start by taking an x-ray or performing an ultrasound to see if there are puppies left behind.

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