3 Stages Of A Dog Giving Birth + Supplies You Need To Have Ready

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If your dog is pregnant and about to give birth, then you probably have a lot of questions about what to expect. For starters, you should know that pregnancy in dogs lasts approximately 63 days (56 to 69 days). Toy breeds may deliver a week earlier while large breeds often deliver later. While it can seem scary to watch a dog giving birth, it needn't be. Your dog knows exactly what to do! You're just there to assist if momma gets overwhelmed or too tired to welcome her puppies to the … [Read more...]

New Dog Breed Names For Mixed Breed Dogs

Have you ever heard of a Muggin, Goldmation or a Snorkie?  Sometimes, you can tell by the name which dog breeds where mixed together to create the new dog breed. For example, Labradoodle is a mix between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. Those are all examples of 2 different dog breeds that have been bred together.  The hybrid mix results in a new dog breed name.   … [Read more...]

Dog Labor & Delivery: What To Expect On The Day Your Dog’s Puppies Are Born

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There are 3 stages in a dog's labor. The first stage is where the cervix dilates and there are uterine contractions. It is possible to miss this if you aren't paying attention. You may notice during this time your dog panting, shivering, acting restless or even vomiting. She will also probably start trying to find a private place. If  you notice these symptoms try to get your dog to go to the whelping box.   … [Read more...]

Is Your Dog Pregnant? Helpful Tips For Pregnant Dog Care

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If you have a female dog, then unless you get her spayed, sooner or later you are probably going to end up with some puppies. No matter how isolated you think you have your dog, if she goes into heat and you for some reason miss it, then the possibility is always there. That being said, you may very well want to breed her. And if that's the case, then your dog's pregancy is, of course, a good thing. So, if you think your dog is pregnant, here's what you'll want to do...   … [Read more...]

VIDEO: Watch A Litter of Bernese Mountain Dogs Grow Up

This is my all-time favorite video of dogs -- at this time. It's a truly precious video of an entire litter of Bernese Mountain Dog puppies filmed by Valle de Arbas. Check out the video below... … [Read more...]