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My pregnant dog hasn't had puppies in hours. When to worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Great Dane | Female | 110 lbs

Scarlet is pregnant and she already had four babies out of 13 it was six hours ago when she last had them is that bad

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 6th, 2018

I am sorry to hear about Scarlett. I would recommend bringing her into the vet right away. We normally become concerned if more than 4 hours pass between puppies being born. You can read more about birthing puppies and when we become concerned at https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951546

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