my dog is 60 days pregnant and her temperature has changed from 99.6 down to 99.1 and back to 100 what does that mean? this is her second litter and the puppies are moving ALOT in her belly.

Updated On September 20th, 2019

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 2 months old | 66.4 lbs

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

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A pregnant dog's temperature will often dip down up to 48 hours before going into labor. It usually drops to 98-99, then will go back up to normal (100-102). I would watch Tobie for any other signs of labor. If she hasn't had any puppies in 48 hours, it may be best to have her examined by the vet.

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