How do 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

How to Tell if a Dog Is Pregnant Four Methods: Watching for Physical Changes Noticing Behavioral Changes Getting a Professional Diagnosis Diagnosing Early Pregnancy Signs Community Q&A It can be difficult to tell whether a dog is pregnant until the last few weeks of her nine-week gestation, when her belly's increase in size is hard to miss. 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

Like people, dogs are pregnant for three trimesters, each about 21 days long. Here are a few ways to tell if your dog is pregnant: Early Signs. In the first few weeks, there are very few outward signs, so you may not notice a change. Your dog will seem like her normal self, although she may gain some weight. read more