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When will my pregnant dog go into labor if puppies are moving?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

If i can feel the pupies dwn passed her last set of nipples right before her private how long till she goes into labor.. Apertly we miss counted her days n im concerned but i can viable see puppie movements plainly when shes laying on her side n they do respond to belly rubs witch my doughter loves to watch them play tickle as she calls it.

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Jessica Keay, DVM

Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 20th, 2018

I would recommend to start taking a rectal temperature on her several times a day. Normally if the temperature falls below 100 they will go into labor within 24 hours. You can find more info on signs of labor at https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951546
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  • Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on September 29th, 2017

    Those are all symptoms that labor will be coming soon. You can start taking her rectal temperature 2-4 times per day, it will usually drop close to 98 (normal is 100-102) and labor should start within 24 hours.

    Here is some more information on birthing puppies:
    http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=678

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