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How long is a dog in labor?

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If your dog is about to give birth, it is important to be prepared. Visit Purina today to find out more about what to expect and the stages of labour in dogs. read more

A normal delivery should occur within 10 to 60 minutes of strong, stage two, labor contractions. Third stage labor involves the expulsion of the placenta. Be aware and count to be sure your dog delivers the same number of placentas as she does puppies. She does NOT, however, need to (nor is there any benefit to) eating the placentas. read more

Just Before Labor Begins: Pregnancy in dogs last approximately 63 days (56-69 days). Toy breeds may deliver a week earlier while large breeds often deliver later. Two weeks before your dog’s due date, begin to take its temperature at noon. Purchase a rectal or oral thermometer but use it rectally. read more

Temperature should be taken three times per day and should be 100-100.8° prior to labor. When temp drops considerably, to 98-99° puppies should present themselves within 24 hours. At this time, inform your vet of pending puppies. read more

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