Early symptoms of pregnancy in dogs

The pregnancy cycle of dogs is generally about 60 days, and pregnancy reactions will appear about a week after mating. The specific manifestation is that the dog’s vagina will shrink rapidly. Individual dogs vary greatly. Some dogs may show mild vomiting, loss of appetite and other reactions, but most dogs do not change much from usual.

Symptoms of mid-pregnancy in dogs

Dogs may experience vomiting and loss of appetite at three to four weeks of pregnancy. Pregnant dogs’ breasts will change significantly, with protruding mammary glands and enlarged breasts. The nipples are pink. The dog's food intake will gradually increase and he will gradually become lazy. In the fourth week, you can feel an embryo the size of an egg by touching the uterus on the dog's abdomen with your hand.

Symptoms of Late Pregnancy in Dogs

When the dog is nearly 60 days pregnant, the dog’s mood will change significantly, appearing anxious, restless, and constantly scratching the floor, mats, etc. . Frequent excretion and loose stools. The body temperature decreases, and the closer to delivery, the lower the body temperature becomes. There will be behavioral movements of wanting to make a nest.

Precautions for dog pregnancy

1. When treating pregnant dogs, pay attention to prevent them from contracting diseases and avoid fighting with other dogs.
2. Exercise appropriately every day to avoid dystocia.
3. In the early stages of pregnancy, dogs must be given medication to expel roundworms and tapeworms to avoid infecting the fetus.
4. The food fed to dogs during pregnancy should be nutritionally balanced and supplement with appropriate protein, calcium and phosphorus. Helps the dog's health, prevents miscarriage, and promotes milk secretion.