Unless the dog is spayed, dog owners cannot prevent the pet from getting pregnant. It would not be possible to watch the dog all the time and a dog in heat and the dog it has bestowed its favors will do anything possible to meet. A dog in heat will be acting its natural cycle thus confining the sexually receptive female can be a challenging chore for a dog owner. Prenatal monitoring will be necessary to avoid any pregnancy complications that can endanger the life of the life of the pet and the life of the puppies. What are the telltale sign that the pet will soon to be a proud momma of cuddly furry puppies?
If the dog is suspected to be pregnant, a vet must be consulted. Pregnancy kits, blood tests or ultra sounds are tools and methods used by a vet to accurately diagnose the pet's condition. Simply by observing the physical and behavioral changes of the dog, a long time breeder would know if the dog is pregnant or not.
Similar to the difference in personalities, dogs would show different pregnancy symptoms. Some dogs would show obvious signs of being pregnant while others would show no signs at all, hide in a dark corner and present the master with puppies the following day. The first sign of pregnancy is loss of appetite. Dogs are food motivated thus they have huge appetites. Pregnant dogs will shun food as these animals will have their own version of morning sickness too. At least for the first week, the dog would be off food but as the pregnancy progresses, the appetite will return with a vengeance.
We know dogs to be lively and active animals but a considerable decrease in energy will be noticed in pregnant dogs. The once very energetic pet that would jump up and down every time you open the door will appear to be lethargic. The affectionate nature is one of the valued characteristics that make dogs wonderful companions but you pregnant pet will demonstrate more affection to its favorite person. Due to hormonal change, the dog would constantly crave for the attention of the master.
Pregnant dogs will gain weight not only because the appetite has returned but also because of the puppies growing inside the womb. Aside from the noticeable increase in the size of the abdomen, the nipple will enlarge and turn pinkish in color. Dramatic change will be noticed as the flesh of the growing puppies will make the abdomen firm to the touch. Days before the delivery date, the dog's vulva will begin to swell. The dog will gather the necessary things to prepare its delivery room.
If the dog is suspected to be pregnant, a vet must be consulted. Pregnancy kits, blood tests or ultra sounds are tools and methods used by a vet to accurately diagnose the pet's condition. Simply by observing the physical and behavioral changes of the dog, a long time breeder would know if the dog is pregnant or not.
Similar to the difference in personalities, dogs would show different pregnancy symptoms. Some dogs would show obvious signs of being pregnant while others would show no signs at all, hide in a dark corner and present the master with puppies the following day. The first sign of pregnancy is loss of appetite. Dogs are food motivated thus they have huge appetites. Pregnant dogs will shun food as these animals will have their own version of morning sickness too. At least for the first week, the dog would be off food but as the pregnancy progresses, the appetite will return with a vengeance.
We know dogs to be lively and active animals but a considerable decrease in energy will be noticed in pregnant dogs. The once very energetic pet that would jump up and down every time you open the door will appear to be lethargic. The affectionate nature is one of the valued characteristics that make dogs wonderful companions but you pregnant pet will demonstrate more affection to its favorite person. Due to hormonal change, the dog would constantly crave for the attention of the master.
Pregnant dogs will gain weight not only because the appetite has returned but also because of the puppies growing inside the womb. Aside from the noticeable increase in the size of the abdomen, the nipple will enlarge and turn pinkish in color. Dramatic change will be noticed as the flesh of the growing puppies will make the abdomen firm to the touch. Days before the delivery date, the dog's vulva will begin to swell. The dog will gather the necessary things to prepare its delivery room.
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