Pregnant dog's belly dropped & panting heavily. Is she in labor?

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My dog is pregnant. She is due sometime this week. Yesterday I couldn't see her ribs and today I can. It's like her belly dropped underneath her. She is also panting heavy. Does this mean labor?

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Yes these are possible signs of labor. She could give birth anytime in the next 48hours. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

Pregnant dog's belly dropped & panting heavily. Is she in labor?

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