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Is my pregnant dog's panting, low temp, and pacing normal for labor?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 7 months old | 10 lbs

My pomeranian is at 63 days gestation, her temp is 97.7. She is panting and pacing. She is so much smaller than her first litter of 4 pups, 18 mos ago, her tits do not appear to be very full. She still has an appetite is this normal? Monitoring her closely.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 7th, 2019

Yes, this is normal and it sounds like Roxy could be heading into the first stages of labor if she is panting and pacing. Continue to monitor her closely, and if 24 hours pass after this temperature drop, have her seen by a vet right away. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Published on February 28th, 2017

    It does sound like Gracie Lou may be in labor if she is panting and pacing a lot. Typically a dog's normal gestation length is 58-68 days, so 54 days is a little early to be going into labor, but predicting the actual due date can be difficult. I recommend taking her temperature rectally. A dog's normal temperature is 101-102.5F. Once it drops below 100F, she will give birth to her puppies within 24 hours. Should 24 hours pass with no sign of puppies, Gracie Lou will need to see a vet immediately.

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    Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

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    Published on January 7th, 2018

    Yes she can. The average gestation period is 58-72 days, so she is only 1 day early if she goes into labor tonight. Just continue to monitor her and the puppies for any complications. Here is a website link that discusses all the things you should watch out for. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=678 Best of luck and I hope that everything goes well for your pet Trixie and her pups. Best wishes and take care.

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