My Shih Tzu is pregnant by a big dog. Will she survive delivery?

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We are scared our texas walker coonhound or german shepard got our shih tzu pregnant. Her nipples are larger than normal and her belly is very plump will this kill her? Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 21 days old

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

If she’s pregnant she may need a C-section if the pups are too large to come out naturally. I recommend a veterinary exam and ultrasound to see if she’s pregnant and perhaps an X-ray when she’s close to delivering to see the size and number of pups. If they are small she could have them without a problem. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Luna.

My Shih Tzu is pregnant by a big dog. Will she survive delivery?

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