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My pregnant dog is breathing hard and sleeping a lot. Is labor near?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

my shorkie Remy is 60 days pregnant she's breathing hard not panting and sleeping alot does that mean she will have the pups soon

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 5th, 2019

It could be Remy is in the first stage of labor. Take her temperature rectally. A dog's normal temperature is between 101-102.5F. Once it drops below 100F, she will give birth to puppies within 24 hours. Best of luck.

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