what are the signs of labor in a dog

Question
how can i tell if a dog is in labor i never had a dog that was pregent and i dont know what to exspect or the signs of labor

Answer
Hi Teresa,
From the time your dog was bred, it will be 63 days.  When she goes into labor, she will begin to pant.  She will begin to "nest" so it would be a good idea to prepare a place for her ahead of time.  A good box with shredded newspaper in it does great.  Do NOT put blankets or towels in the bed, as puppies have smothered to death getting wound up in them.  Newspaper is good because it absorbs moisture, is easy to clean up and replace, and it also has an insulation quality about it,that will help keep the puppies warm.  Be sure to change regularly so the puppies will not get wet and chill.  I would advise you to go online and check out some breeder sites to get more information about the actual birthing process so you will know what to expect.

God Bless!
Becky