Dog Pregnancy and Whelping: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Table of Contents What Your Pregnant Dog Can and Cannot Do Preparing Before Whelping Stages of Whelping Postpartum Care Finding out that your dog is expecting puppies is an exciting experience. Since a dog’s pregnancy lasts only about two months, you can look forward to the sound of newborn puppies filling your home before long. Many owners naturally wonder how dogs give birth and how to recognize when labor begins. There is usually no need to panic—whelping is typically much simpler for dogs than childbirth is for humans. In most cases, the mother can deliver her puppies without any special assistance. However, it is still important for the owner to stay nearby in case complications arise and help is needed.
