How to Adopt a Pregnant Boston Terrier
If your Boston Terrier is pregnant, it’s time to get her prenatal care. If you’ve noticed that her coat has thickened, she’s probably expecting. Her belly may be folded with additional hair, and her temperature may be down. Then there’s her weight loss, fatigue, and increased laying downtime. Your veterinarian can perform diagnostic tests to determine the pregnancy status. In addition to prenatal care, your dog will need additional nutrients to help the growing puppy.
Luckily, most Boston Terriers can give birth naturally, but there are some instances where your pup might need to undergo a C-section. Boston Terriers are not usually known for their large size, so they are usually better paired with a larger male. If you think you have a male Boston Terrier that is larger than the female, it’s important to remember that this may cause problems. Male Boston Terrier puppies may not pass through the cervix.
A Boston Terrier’s gestation period typically lasts 62 to 64 days.
However, it can be difficult to predict how many puppies will be born, and due dates vary depending on the breed and litter size. The first month of pregnancy is an important time for the fetus to implant. The fetus begins to grow rapidly during this time. If you notice a decrease in your bitch’s activity level, she is pregnant.
Although the cause of dystocia is not known, it can be devastating to a bitch. Left untreated, this condition will result in her death and a higher risk of death for the puppies. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to give birth at home for a bitch, and often requires a Caesarean section. As a result, 92% of Boston terrier litters are delivered by cesarean section.
The stages of pregnancy in humans and dogs are very different. While most people think of this stage as heat, this is the stage when females begin to bleed. A female’s hormone levels increase during heat and she may seem unresponsive to advances. However, ovulation is when fertility begins and can last anywhere from four to 24 days. A pregnant Boston terrier will usually begin swaying while walking and may even feel the puppies moving inside her body.
Meet Rose Camilla, an expert in the Terrier dog breed and an active writer and publisher. Camilla has been working with Terriers for over 12 years and her passion for them has only grown stronger with time. She has dedicated her life to understanding, training, and writing about Terriers.
