Thomas Trace Beatie (born 1974) is an American public speaker, author, and advocate of transgender and sexuality issues, with a focus on transgender fertility and reproductive rights.. Young woman hugging her belly with hands excitedly waiting for her first child. An ideal nest for dogs giving birth is a large cardboard box lined with puppy pads (in case of accidents), and filled with clean blankets, sheets or … Judy T from TN. If her litter is a large one, you may also need an extra basket to ensure you have plenty of room for the new born puppies! A beagle in the early stages of pregnancy may have a loss of appetite. One of the first signs of impending labour is a drop in mum’s body temperature from 38.5°C to 37°C – labour usually begins around 12-24 hours after that. Hopefully you shouldn’t have to intervene during your dog’s labour, but occasionally mum may need a bit of help. Pregnant woman in clinic wearing face mask. In this case, clear the sac that the puppy is in, and quickly dry them against the grain of their fur with a clean cloth. Very occasionally, your dog may move the nest that you made for her to another area of the house. Adding her own bedding or toys to the nest (as long as they are clean) can encourage her to use it, and will make her feel at home before the birth. Any welcome! Keep a close eye on her as I'm sure she's looking for a nice dark, warm place to deliver. There was no way I was really experiencing early signs of pregnancy after giving birth. Mum should be more than capable, but keep her company during labour in case she runs into any complications. Pregnant Joss Stone has admitted that she had sleepless nights over giving birth to her first child with her American musician boyfriend, Cody. The Beagle gestation period can generally be anywhere from 59-65 days. Remove and replace anything that has been soiled during delivery, and then give the new family some quiet, quality time together. If this happens, try not to move it from her preferred location if possible. To know when this happens, take your dog’s temperature twice a day with a rectal thermometer throughout her final week of pregnancy. The placentas should pass after each puppy has been born. You need to help her to stay as calm as possible at this time. If you see this, a puppy should be born within the next 2-4 hours. We use cookies to give … I didn’t think it was even possible to fall pregnant just weeks or maybe months, 2 at most, after having a baby. She swallows all of their excretions, keeping the den clean and odor-free.. Congradulations!!! I fostered a pregnant Beagle. If it isn’t then contact your vet, as there may be a complication with your dog giving birth. Mum will want a private place in your home where she can relax and give birth to her puppies in peace, so build a ‘nest’ for her in the last two weeks of your dog’s pregnancy. Even though, it becomes your responsibility to provide enough care when they go through the process. Anyone out there with experience that can give me any tips, suggestions or pointers? If you find that taking her temperature is causing your dog stress, then stop. Your dog’s vulva will begin to swell in preparation for delivery. During this stage of labour, dogs may be very restless and unsettled and mum may pantand shiver – this is all perfectly normal, so don’t worry. Beagle Pregnancy Calculator Replaces the Beagle Pregnancy Calendar. We recommend using a microwaveable beanie bag instead of a hot water bottle, as their sharp teeth and claws can cause punctures. See our Helping during delivery section for more information. Keep a record of this. 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