what type of dog is she?
with any pregnancy this is possible, especially if you do not have the necessary knowledge to know how and when to help if you have to.
More often than not, when a b*tch has whelping problems, if the experienced breeder cannot assist they will call an emergency vet for a c-section. THE VET WILL BE PREVIOUSLY PRIMED WHEN THE B*TCH IS DUE JUST IN CASE. Of course, any c-section will be VERY expensive. That is what breeding is about.
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Whatever breed your dog is, 1 year is too young to have puppies as she is just a puppy herself so I suggest you get her spayed instead.
More often than not, when a b*tch has whelping problems, if the experienced breeder cannot assist they will call an emergency vet for a c-section. THE VET WILL BE PREVIOUSLY PRIMED WHEN THE B*TCH IS DUE JUST IN CASE. Of course, any c-section will be VERY expensive. That is what breeding is about.
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Whatever breed your dog is, 1 year is too young to have puppies as she is just a puppy herself so I suggest you get her spayed instead.
You have been very irresponsible to allow this to happen. A dog as young as one, isn't mentally or physically mature enough to deal with a pregnancy or whelp.
Get her to the vets and get them to give her the mis mate injection, hopefully she isn't too far along to pregnancy!
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Get her to the vets and get them to give her the mis mate injection, hopefully she isn't too far along to pregnancy!
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Being pregnant after the first season isn't an automatic death sentence. It's just that it's not ideal for an animal to be pregnant or give birth before being fully grown; her body is still growing herself without the extra stress of having to grow other dogs inside her. It's like a 12 year old girl having a baby; it's just not ideal, they're physically and emotionally immature.
If the dog is less than one month pregnant you still can have her spayed. This would abort the foetuses, which would probably be better for her and them, and certainly be better for the dog population in general, there are enough puppies without people unintentionally breeding them.
This dog should have been spayed before her first season. It's obvious from your question that you're not a breeder so this shouldn't have happened. See a vet.
Chalice
If the dog is less than one month pregnant you still can have her spayed. This would abort the foetuses, which would probably be better for her and them, and certainly be better for the dog population in general, there are enough puppies without people unintentionally breeding them.
This dog should have been spayed before her first season. It's obvious from your question that you're not a breeder so this shouldn't have happened. See a vet.
Chalice
vet nurse
I totally agree with Essjay above.
Dogs don't "fall" pregnant -- they have owners that allow this to happen whether by accident or not.
But as it is very very difficult to find GOOD homes for puppies -- half of which will end up in shelters or rehomed then the better and safest way would be to get her spayed now.
Dogs don't "fall" pregnant -- they have owners that allow this to happen whether by accident or not.
But as it is very very difficult to find GOOD homes for puppies -- half of which will end up in shelters or rehomed then the better and safest way would be to get her spayed now.
one year old is far to young to have her have puppies - earliest a dog should have puppies is at least her second or third season. i would have them terminated - sounds mean but she may well have complications as her body is unlikely to be adjusted at that age to give birth - just like a teenage mum can sumtimes have complications. ask your vet is the best option - they will advise you upon examining the dog what complications are likely to rise depending on size breed and health of the dog!
Diploma in animal care
it is EXTREMELY dangerous to have a puppy like that having puppies, please note, if you plan to not spay or neuter your pets, you will have to be extremely careful to watch them or pay the consequences if you do not want such actions to occur
it is possible, considering what type of dog it is it will be easier. the best thing to do is to have them get a c section when it is time, and keep a close eye on them at all times and check for any changes in mood, appetite or whatsoever. it is normal for a dog to change during pregnancy, but since it is so young it is still very important for a puppy, even at 1 year old, to have a proper diet to get strong and since the bones are still not at it's strongest, do not have the dog moving around to much or add extra stress.
sadly, there is a chance that the stress could take over you dog, and a very strong chance for the pelvis to shatter, all you can do is keep very good care of it....
if it is still able to be spayed, depending on how far along the pregnancy is, i beg you to do so for the safety of you dog....
it is possible, considering what type of dog it is it will be easier. the best thing to do is to have them get a c section when it is time, and keep a close eye on them at all times and check for any changes in mood, appetite or whatsoever. it is normal for a dog to change during pregnancy, but since it is so young it is still very important for a puppy, even at 1 year old, to have a proper diet to get strong and since the bones are still not at it's strongest, do not have the dog moving around to much or add extra stress.
sadly, there is a chance that the stress could take over you dog, and a very strong chance for the pelvis to shatter, all you can do is keep very good care of it....
if it is still able to be spayed, depending on how far along the pregnancy is, i beg you to do so for the safety of you dog....
Its a possibility. You have 2 options now:
1. If you are not prepared or do not want to risk this you can ask your vet for a termination... whilst there you should get her spayed. Not everyone is for this option but it costs a lot less than having the puppies and there are complications!
2. If you are going to go thru with the pregnancy then seek your vets advice and when puppy goes into labour take her to the vet straight away so they can monitor the birth. If there are any complications you could be up for a lot of $$$
The choice is yours... you can go ahead with the pregnancy or terminate it now before more unwanted/planned puppies come into this world and are killed/euthanized.
Hope you make the right decision... and sorry for being so blunt.
1. If you are not prepared or do not want to risk this you can ask your vet for a termination... whilst there you should get her spayed. Not everyone is for this option but it costs a lot less than having the puppies and there are complications!
2. If you are going to go thru with the pregnancy then seek your vets advice and when puppy goes into labour take her to the vet straight away so they can monitor the birth. If there are any complications you could be up for a lot of $$$
The choice is yours... you can go ahead with the pregnancy or terminate it now before more unwanted/planned puppies come into this world and are killed/euthanized.
Hope you make the right decision... and sorry for being so blunt.
she shouldnt
No she won't.
But you have a lot to do now. Get to your vet, arrange to have an emergency vet available in case she needs a c-section or help.
She is no more likely to have a problem than any other dog. Is it something that should have happened? No
I would suggest getting in contact with a dog breeder in your area for help whelping. You don't just leave them alone you know -- you're in for a couple of weeks of putting your life on hold. School, Job, Social Life -- forget it for now. You're going to be staying with her until she delivers and staying with the puppies until they are about three weeks old. 24/7 get out your wallet, you're going to need it!
But you have a lot to do now. Get to your vet, arrange to have an emergency vet available in case she needs a c-section or help.
She is no more likely to have a problem than any other dog. Is it something that should have happened? No
I would suggest getting in contact with a dog breeder in your area for help whelping. You don't just leave them alone you know -- you're in for a couple of weeks of putting your life on hold. School, Job, Social Life -- forget it for now. You're going to be staying with her until she delivers and staying with the puppies until they are about three weeks old. 24/7 get out your wallet, you're going to need it!
If she got no health problems she should be okay.
Pets.