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My young dog is pregnant. Is it safe? Will she stop growing?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed |

My dog got pregnant by acciendet in her first heat cycle and it’s to late to get an abortion is it okay? And will she stop growing after she gives birth?

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 17th, 2019

It isn't ideal to get pregnant so young; however, she can still do it and this will not affect her growth in any way. She is however higher risk for complications such as inadequate milk production, underweight pups, and miscarriages. Here is a website link with how to care for your pregnant pup --> https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951916 https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951546 I hope that Bella has a succesful labor and does well. Best of luck and take care.

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