Pregnant Dog Not Eating
A pregnant dog who is not eating is usually fine — but it depends on when it happens. A dog who eats…
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Dog Pregnancy & Breeding Blog
Practical, vet-referenced guides for dog owners and small breeders: heat cycles, pregnancy week by week, whelping, and caring for newborn puppies.
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Pregnant Dog Behavior Changes
A pregnant dog’s behaviour usually changes in predictable ways: she becomes more affectionate and clingy, or more irritable and withdrawn; she tires…
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Exercise for Pregnant Dogs
A pregnant dog should keep exercising, but the exercise should get shorter and gentler as the pregnancy goes on. In the first…
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Can You Bathe a Pregnant Dog?
Yes, you can bathe a pregnant dog if she needs it, as long as she is calm about bathing and you take…
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Can Pregnant Dogs Eat Eggs?
Yes, a pregnant dog can eat eggs — but only if the egg is plain and fully cooked, and only as an…
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Best Food for Pregnant Dogs
Picking the best food for a pregnant dog is simpler than the shelves suggest. The rule is short: choose a food that…
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What to Feed a Pregnant Dog
Your dog’s food is her fuel for the next 63 days. What she eats affects her condition, the puppies’ growth, and how…
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Average Dog Litter Size: What Is Normal, and What Affects It?
The average litter size for a dog is 5–6 puppies. But that average conceals a wide range: a Chihuahua may have only…
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How Many Puppies Will My Dog Have?
The number of puppies in a dog’s litter depends on her breed and size, as well as her age and health. A…