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my whelping Boxer emergency

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Question
My boxer had a puppy at 3:40 pm and it was dead.  Now it is almost 8:00pm and she has not had anymore, but she is panting and having contractions still.  I don't know what to do i can't really afford to go to the vet but if i have to then i will. Any suggestions will greatly appreciated.

Answer
Hi Jennifer

Try getting you female up and walking. Take her for a spin around the yard. The next pup could be stuck and walking and moving can reposition the pup.

4 hours between pups is a long time, longer than I like to see or recommend.  A shot of oxytocin from the vet will get things moving.  Your vet may recommend a emergency c-section.

The alternative waiting it out, and then you run the very real risk of losing the entire litter plus your female.