My dog was bred 9 weeks ago, now her belly is big and she's puking. Pregnant?

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My lab was bred almost 9 weeks ago, and she wasn't showing, so we thought it didn't work. However, just yesterday we were noticing how big she was when she was lying down. She has also been puking lately. It doesn't seem right still, because our other lab was at least 2x the size of her when she was pregnant. Is there any possibility of her being pregnant after all? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 70 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Two possibilities exist here, one she is pregnant or two she is sick. If you are not feeling puppies kicking in her belly and she is puking and acting ill, then she could have a serious condition called Pyometra (spontaneously infected uterus). This will cause swelling of the belly almost overnight and cause the pet to have a fever (> 102.5 degree Fahrenheit rectal temperature), vomit, decreased appetite and lethargy. If this is the case please take Maci to your local vet right away for proper care. I do hope that this helps point you in the right direction towards Maci’s care moving forward. Best wishes and take care.

My dog was bred 9 weeks ago, now her belly is big and she's puking. Pregnant?

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