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Dog Pregnancy Calculator

This calculator computes dog pregnancy due date and track pregnancy stages.

  • Free online tool for dog breeders and pet owners.

How Dog Pregnancy Calculator Works

Due Date = Mating Date + 63 days (average gestation period)

This calculator estimates your dog's due date and tracks pregnancy stages. Dog pregnancy lasts approximately 63 days, though it can range from 58-68 days depending on breed.

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    Step 1

    Enter the date of mating or confirmed breeding

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    Step 2

    Click Calculate to see the estimated due date

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    Step 3

    View current pregnancy week and stage

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    Step 4

    Review stage-specific care recommendations

Use Cases

Planning for puppy arrival and whelping supplies

Scheduling prenatal vet appointments and ultrasounds

Understanding pregnancy stages for optimal care

Preparing whelping area at the right time

Tips

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    Dog pregnancy is approximately 9 weeks

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    Ultrasound can confirm pregnancy around day 25

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    Nutrition requirements increase in the last trimester

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    Prepare whelping box 1-2 weeks before due date

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    Temperature drop signals labor within 24 hours

Common Mistakes

  • Not confirming pregnancy with a vet

  • Overfeeding too early in pregnancy

  • Not preparing whelping supplies in advance

  • Missing signs of labor complications

FAQs

How long are dogs pregnant?

Dog pregnancy lasts approximately 63 days (9 weeks) from ovulation. The range is 58-68 days, and larger breeds sometimes go longer.

When can a vet confirm pregnancy?

Blood tests can detect pregnancy hormones around day 25. Ultrasound works around day 25-30, and X-rays can count puppies after day 45.

What should I feed a pregnant dog?

Continue regular food for the first 4-5 weeks, then gradually switch to high-quality puppy food. Increase portions by 25-50% in the last trimester.

How do I prepare for whelping?

Set up a quiet whelping box 2 weeks early. Have clean towels, heating pad, suction bulb, dental floss for cords, and your vet's emergency number ready.

When should I call the vet during labor?

Call if more than 2 hours pass between puppies, if strong contractions last over 30 minutes without a puppy, or if you see dark green discharge before the first puppy.