How can you tell if a dog is pregnant?

A few weeks after going into heat, a dog can exhibit signs of pregnancy, such as enlarged nipples and increased appetite, without actually being pregnant. Check with your vet to make absolutely sure whether your dog is pregnant. read more

False pregnancy is a common occurrence in dogs. A few weeks after going into heat, a dog can exhibit signs of pregnancy, such as enlarged nipples and increased appetite, without actually being pregnant. Check with your vet to make absolutely sure whether your dog is pregnant. read more

If you suspect your dog is pregnant, make a veterinary appointment. Your veterinarian can tell you whether your dog is pregnant by conducting a physical examination. Beyond about 25 days into the pregnancy, your vet can listen to the puppies' heartbeats through a stethoscope. read more

The only real way to tell if your dog really is pregnant is to visit the veterinarian. Signs 1, 2, and 3 can all be present in a dog that isn’t really pregnant. She can even appear to go into labor. If your dog is mentally pregnant, there are steps you may need to take to bring her out of it. read more