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is my dog pregnant????

19 11:16:54

Question
hi labman, i have an aprox. 2 year old lab. i got her over 3 weeks ago from a rescue centre. she has not being neutered yet. i am concerned that she may be pregnant. i've noticed her nipples have become larger since i got her. i've never had a female dog before so i am not sure what i should be looking out for. any help or advice would be gratefully appreciated.
regards
nicola.

Answer
It is tough to say.  Occasionally shelters do let people adopt a pregnant dog.  Best thing is to take any medical records you got with her and her to a vet.  If she is pregnant, she does need to see the vet.  

I am glad you choose to adopt and hope you haven't gotten more than you expected.  We have so many more dogs than homes.  It breaks my heart knowing we kill millions every year for lack of homes.  I get so tired of questions here from those part of the problem.  Good to hear from somebody that is part of the solution.