When is your dog due?
63-day canine gestation calculator
Medical Disclaimer: This tool provides general educational estimates. Always consult your prescribing physician or healthcare provider before making medication changes or interpreting results from population-based models.
Frequently Asked Questions
Canine pregnancy averages 63 days from ovulation, with a normal window of 58-68 days from mating.
Temperature drop below 99F (37.2C) 12-24 hours before delivery, restlessness, nesting, decreased appetite, and visible contractions.
Small breeds may deliver slightly earlier (~62 days), giant breeds slightly later (64-65 days). Individual variation is common.
Sources
- Johnston SD, Root Kustritz MV, Olson PNS. Canine and Feline Theriogenology. Saunders; 2001.
- Concannon PW. Reproductive cycles of the domestic bitch. Anim Reprod Sci. 2011;124(3-4):200-210. PubMed Link
Dog pregnancy (gestation) averages 63 days from ovulation. The normal whelping window is 58-68 days from mating. Small breeds may deliver around day 62, giant breeds around day 64-65. Key signs of imminent labor: rectal temperature drops below 99F, nesting behavior, decreased appetite. Always consult a veterinarian for prenatal care.
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