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Should I bring my newborn puppies inside when it's freezing out?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 35 lbs

My 1 year old dog had puppies on March 24 and it's supposed to get down to 30°F tonight I was wondering if I need to bring the puppies inside I made sure their dog house was warm.

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 1st, 2018

It's probably best to bring them inside, but it really depends on how warm their kennel is. If you can be sure that the kennel does not drop below 70 degrees F, then the pups should be fine. If you can't ensure this, then I would bring them inside to be safe. Below is a link to more helpful information about caring for newborns. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/breeding-for-dog-owners-caring-for-newborn-puppies I hope that helps and all is well with the pups.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Given that it's going to drop below freezing tonight and the fact that it's very important for newborn puppies to stay warm, yes I would bring them all inside tonight to make sure they are warm. I hope this helps!

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