How to estimate pregnant dog's due date with unknown mating?

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Bella is pregnant. Her mating date is unknown therefore for due date is not known. It was like overnight the pups hit a growth spurt and bella abdomen is 2 to 3 times bigger and she has milk in her very back tears. What would be a good estimate whelping date? Her breathing is good deep breaths. This is not the first litter I have delivered. She was hit by a car shattering her hips she healed great without surgery but I'm worried she won't be able to deliver these babies without complications. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 44 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

There is no way for us to answer this question. I suggest you get Bella Ann to your vet for an exam and an x-ray. The x-ray will not harm the pups and it will allow your vet to tell you how many puppies are present and about how far along they are. Also, your vet can get a x-ray to see how large/small the pelvic opening is so you can tell if maybe it is too small from the previous injury to allow the puppies to pass through naturally. This is going to be your best bet and will give you the most information. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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