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pregnant great dane

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Question
my dog scruffed up my bed sheets tonite.. we-re not sure how far along she is ..close too her due date... sorry .. nervous.. is she in labor? what r signs of labor??
I dont wanna be a nervous "grandma"


Answer
If she made a nest from your bed sheets tonight she is probably very close.  This is one of the sings that she is going into labour.

What books have you read to prepare for the litter?  What does your vet say?  What experienced breeders have you talked to?  What will you do to feed them if she has more than six or seven?  What will you feed to supplement the mother's milk if she doesn't have enough?  When will you wean them and what will you feed them on?

Get a goodbook from the pet shop or library.