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My dog is sad and not eating after puppy died in birth canal.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 7 years and 10 months old | 40 lbs

8 year old gave birth to singleton puppy who died in the birth canal. she looks sad, not as active as she usually is. no fever. drinking a lot. not eating a lot.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on December 3rd, 2019

If the puppy died or is stuck in the birth canal, you suspect there are other puppies still in the birth canal, or Lulu is acting very ill post labor, it is best to seek emergency care as these can all be serious and concerning signs that require immediate treatment.

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