My pregnant dog has clear discharge. Is this a sign of labor?

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• Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  This is normal and usually seen a week to 2 weeks before delivery. A dog's average gestation is around 63 days. As you get closer to 63 days, you can take her temperature. A dog's normal temperature is 101-102.5F. Once her temperature falls below 99 degrees, she should go into labor in the next 24 hours.

  

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• Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on August 19th, 2018

  It is likely not a concern. Her mucus plug is dissolving, she is preparing for birth, likely on time. The fact that she is happily eating is a sign that she is not in distress. Here is some good information:
  https://www.petcoach.co/article/whelping-giving-birth-in-dogs/
  

  

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• Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

  Veterinarian

  Published on September 12th, 2016

  Fluid leakage could be a sign of labor itself. Other signs could be that she will appear quite uncomfortable and restless. She could start pacing, shivering and panting.
  
  She could be inappetent. Some dogs whine persistently. Others occupy themselves building a nest.
  
  Uterine contractions, although occurring, are not as easy to see.
  
  This stage could las t between 6 and 18 hours.
  
  As long as the leakage is not made by dark, bloody or greenish fluid (in all these cases seek a veterinarian asap) everything seems fine at the moment.

  

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• Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on March 11th, 2017

  If Ariel is 61 days pregnant and she is leaking clear fluids, it could be that her waters have burst and she is in labor. Keep an eye on her, and if you don't see any sign of puppies in 24 hours, Ariel will need to see a vet right away.

  

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