3 Reasons To Take Your Pregnant Dog Into The Animal Hospital

If you are trying to breed your dog, or if you think your dog may have gotten out and become pregnant, then you likely have some fun and exciting changes coming in your future. During this time, it is important that you take your dog into the vet for multiple reasons. This article will discuss some of these reasons.

Confirm Pregnancy

If you want to be 100% sure that your dog is in fact pregnant, then you will want to take them into the animal hospital for an ultrasound. A veterinary technician, or the vet themselves, will perform the ultrasound, so you can have complete confidence in their abilities. This ultrasound will not only confirm or deny if your dog is pregnant, but it will also let you know how many puppies your dog will be having, if they are in fact pregnant. Knowing this can help you begin to plan for the future birth of the puppies, as well as caring for them after they are born and finding future homes for them. 

Pregnancy Complications 

If pregnancy complications arise, it is important that you call your vet immediately and take your dog into the animal hospital if needs be. Complications may include bleeding, premature labor, difficulty with delivery during labor, and anything else that puts the life of your dog or her puppies in danger. By doing this, you can potentially save the lives of your dog and her puppies because you are seeking help from a veterinarian who has the skills and equipment necessary for this type of emergency. AA

Post-Delivery Mother And Puppy Check-up

Just as a woman and her baby are checked after labor and delivery, it is important for your dog and her puppies to be checked by the veterinarian. The vet will ensure that your dog is healing nicely after delivery and that she doesn't have any health concerns. The puppies will also each receive a complete physical, as well as a de-wormer and their first set of shots. At this time you can ask the veterinarian any questions that you may have, such as how you can ensure that your dog is getting enough nutrients and when you can wean the puppies so they can go to their new homes. 

Having a pregnant dog is a wonderful and exciting thing. Knowing that you can take your dog into the animal hospital to confirm that they are pregnant, if any complications arise, and for a post-delivery check-up, can give you a lot of comfort and peace. 

Contact a clinic like Animal Emergency Clinic for more information.