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If my dog has loose stomach skin, does that mean she's not pregnant?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | unspayed | 55 lbs

I have a stray female boxer that I took in almost 2 months ago. she may be pregnant as she has gained weight and seems to sleep fairly often, but I do not know if that's because shes been fed too much or not as ive said, I haven't had her long. she has loose stomach skin from previous pregnancies.. and it still appears loose, like nothings in it. im just wondering if that means shes not pregnant?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 3rd, 2019

So sorry but there is no way to tell from the loose skin; all that means is that she has had puppies in the past. If you want to know if she is pregnant you can take her in to a vet clinic for an xray and/or ultrasound and that will tell you for sure.

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