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My pregnant dog is in labor and hiding outside. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female

MY DOG IS PREGNANT , DONT KNOW HOW LONG BUT I BELIEVE SHE IS ABOUT TO GIVE BIRTH .. SHE DOESN'T WANT TO COME INSIDE SHE IS CURRENTLY HIDING IN THE TRESS AND BUSHES

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on March 12th, 2019

If you think Negra may be going into labor it would be best to try and coax her into a whelping box that is inside so you can safely monitor her. If she is already giving birth, keeping an eye on her and then trying to move her and the puppies to a safer location after is best. If she seems very ill or severely in distress, and doesn't produce any puppies, bringing her to a vet ASAP for care is best.

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