I thought my dog was in labor this morning, no pups yet, have not seen active pushing. Vulva looks open

Updated On January 22nd, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 5 years and 1 month old | 7 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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The first stage of labor can last up to 18 hours before the pushing stage starts. It may be Coco hasn't reached the second stage of labor yet when she pushes. You can have her checked out by a vet to be safe.

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