When do dogs give birth?

If you are selling or giving away the puppies, wait until they are 8 weeks old before handing them over to the new owners. In some states, like California, it is illegal to sell or give away puppies before 8 weeks of age. Puppies should be fully weaned and eating dog food on their own before they leave for a new home. read more

When a mother dog is stuck in incomplete labor the first thing I do is administer oxytocin and calcium to stimulate uterine contractions. If the puppies are too big to pass through the birth canal or the oxytocin fails to induce successful labor, I perform a cesarean section on the dog. read more

Continue to give heartworm prevention as normal. Stage One: Labor In the final two weeks of pregnancy, your dog's temperature should be between 101 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. read more

Some dogs deliver several puppies followed by several fetal membranes. According to PetMD, dogs often give birth without assistance. However, seek help from a veterinarian if the birth is delayed or if the female appears to be in pain. read more