Here’s an overview of puppies being born, covering key stages, facts, and care essentials:

🐶 Puppies Born Overview

1. Pregnancy Duration (Gestation)
Average dog pregnancy lasts 58–68 days, about 9 weeks.

A vet can confirm pregnancy through ultrasound around day 25–30.

2. Labor and Delivery

Dogs usually give birth without assistance, but owners should monitor closely.

Labor has three stages:

Stage 1: Restlessness, nesting behavior (6–12 hours).

Stage 2: Delivery of puppies (lasts 3–12 hours).

Stage 3: Expulsion of placenta after each pup.

3. Litter Size

Depends on breed and dog size:

Small breeds: 1–5 puppies

Large breeds: 6–12+ puppies

4. Newborn Puppy Traits

Born blind, deaf, and toothless

Can’t regulate body temperature; rely on warmth from the mother

Need feeding every 2 hours, including overnight

5. Early Puppy Development

Eyes open: Around 10–14 days

Ears open: Around 2 weeks

Start walking: By 3 weeks

Weaning begins: Around 4 weeks, complete by 8 weeks

6. Puppy Care Tips

Ensure warm, clean environment

Monitor weight gain; puppies should double birth weight in first week

Handle gently to build early trust and socialization

7. Veterinary Checkups

First vet visit: Around 6 weeks

Initial vaccines: Begin at 6–8 weeks

Deworming: Typically starts at 2–3 weeks

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