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Identification
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Most dogs have no physical changes before five weeks of gestation, though some display signs of "morning sickness" around three weeks along.
Considerations
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Her nutritional needs change as her pregnancy progresses, and she will be eating about double her usual serving by the eighth week of pregnancy.
Benefits
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Your pregnant dog needs to maintain a regular exercise routine to keep her in good shape, which makes for an easier delivery.
Prevention/Solution
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Monitor her carefully during delivery to prevent her from having pregnancy complications that escalate. Some dogs prefer to whelp in private, but check periodically.
Misconceptions
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It is a myth that the dog's temperature drops within 24 hours of labor. A change in temperature is just one of the signs that labor is beginning, not the primary one.
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