Questions tagged [difficult labor]
What should I do if my dog is straining but no puppies are coming?
Category: Whelping
If your dog is straining but no puppies are coming, this is a serious situation that requires immediate attention. This condition is known as dystocia, or difficult labor, and it can be life-threatening for both the mother and her puppies. Below is a detailed explanation of what to do, why this happ...
How can I tell if my dog is having a difficult labor?
Category: Whelping
Recognizing the signs of a difficult labor, also known as dystocia, in dogs is crucial for ensuring the health and safety of both the mother and her puppies. Labor in dogs typically occurs in three stages, and understanding these stages can help you identify when something is wrong. Here is a detail...
How do you handle a dog that has a difficult labor?
Category: Reproduction and Breeding
Handling a dog that has a difficult labor, also known as dystocia, requires careful attention, knowledge, and prompt action to ensure the safety of both the mother and her puppies. Dystocia can occur due to various reasons, such as the size of the puppies being too large for the birth canal, the mot...