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My pregnant dog is tired. When will she have puppies and need help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 50 lbs

Pregnant and her boobs have been hang down for about 4 days she had got real tired last couple of days she cam barely walk when will she start having the puppies. And how can we tell if she needs help having them

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 12th, 2019

Start taking Sally's temperature twice daily rectally. A dog's normal temperature is between 101-102.5F. Once it drops below 100F, she will have her puppies within 24 hours. Check out this article on the stages of dog labor and when to seek help: https://www.2ndchance.info/caninelaborstages.htm

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