No Puppy 24 Hours after Body Temperature Drop?

Meaning

If a pregnant dog has not given birth to any puppies 24 hours after a drop in body temperature, this may be a sign of problems during birth. A normal gestation period in dogs is about 63 days, and the drop in body temperature can be an indication of the start of labor.

Possible Causes

1. Delayed or difficult labor: It may be that the dog is having difficulty giving birth to the puppies. This can have various reasons, such as an incorrect position of the puppies, birth complications, or an abnormal birth canal anatomy.
2. Arrested labor: It is possible that the birth has stopped and no further progress is being made.

Urgency of veterinary treatment

Immediate veterinary examination and care are required. If the dog has problems during the birthing process or the puppies are in danger, an interventional measure may be necessary to safely deliver the puppies. Delaying treatment can lead to serious complications for the mother or the puppies.