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My dog delivered one dead puppy, now stuck in labor. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

I got the female street dog. She was pregnant, she delivered the one dead pupy, and not able to deliver another pupies. How can I help her? Please guide.

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on September 9th, 2019

Kalu will need to see a vet for treatment and possibly emergency surgery. There can be many causes for not being able to birth additional puppies, such as small hips in the mother, too large puppies, electrolyte disorders, etc.

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