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LauraMichelle · 07-14-2006, 06:00 AM

SO, I took my female in to the vet to have her third (and final) ultrasound last night. No puppies.

I am so disappointed! Unfourtunantly its a false pregnancy. I did some research before we even thought about breeding her, and learned some about the subject, but would like to know as much as possible.This saddens me because I know how emotionally trying a false can be on a dog. Poor baby she just knows she's pregnant and there's nothing in there! I almost cried when the vet told me, I couldn't imagine having to go through the pain myself. If anyone has any advice to lend it would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.

lisatodd · 07-14-2006, 09:45 AM

how many times did she mate and on what days????

Dragonfly · 07-14-2006, 09:57 AM

My little one did the same things not long ago she is 5lbs and the male was 3lbs. Like you I took her to the vet and no puppies my other one had puppies in her, I did wait till I got down the road to cry for her. The vet told me that since it was her first time and him being 8 months that his sprem count was not high enough they got tied two times on the days she was ready. I sorry for you I know what it feels like, Bless your heart

LauraMichelle · 07-14-2006, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by lisatodd

how many times did she mate and on what days????

At least 3- that we're sure of. My male is 1 1/2 years old and we were just sure she was (pregnant). I guess you can chalk it up to our (and theirs) first time. Next time around we will be a little more aware and prepared for what should be done. Also, I had heard that there was a shot that could be given to ease the symptoms, but it was unclear on weather it would be really beneficial for the bitch. What should I do to help her have a smooth,stress-free transition?

troubletb · 07-14-2006, 11:51 AM

My Bell had a false pregnancy once, and it was hard for her. I bought her a small stuffed dog that barked and she had it with her a lot in the beginning. Not sure if it helped but she was fine after a bout with laying around and being very lazy! Good Luck

teffiemoore · 07-14-2006, 12:43 PM

I'm so sorry, I can imagine how very sad this must be. Was she physically changing ect. I have read about this,but wouldn't make it any easier knowing, could happen to many of us

LauraMichelle · 07-14-2006, 01:21 PM

Yes, she is going through the changes. She appears as if she was around a month along. She has gained a considerable amount of weight, developing mammary glands, emotional, the whole nine yards. It is just so sad to me! Shane (my fiance, her Daddy) was equally excited about the arrivals, he had started work on a "deluxe" welpping box for the big day, I even made her some doggy maternity shirts. I know I am a dork with way too much free time. But we were so happy! I feel like we've lost our own babies! Its nuts. I am just going to have the vet help out next time I suppose. I have heard it is a lot more common than the general public hears about, the vet said it is not all too un-common.

LauraMichelle · 07-14-2006, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by troubletb

My Bell had a false pregnancy once, and it was hard for her. I bought her a small stuffed dog that barked and she had it with her a lot in the beginning. Not sure if it helped but she was fine after a bout with laying around and being very lazy! Good Luck

I think I will try to find her a small stuffed puppy to carry around as well, maybe she could mother it. Thats a great idea, not the real thing, but maybe it would help. Thanks.

bbtrans · 08-25-2010, 10:26 PM

Can you tell me if anyone that has a dog gone through false pregnancy has had tenderness and pain when carried? My baby is so sore she doesn't want to be carried. Breaks my heart. She is on antibiotics to prevent infection and has milk also.

Please let me know if pain and tenderness is part of the false pregnancy symptoms?

Thank you,

Concerned Mom

07-14-2006, 06:00 AM	#1
LauraMichelle Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 171	False Pregnancy SO, I took my female in to the vet to have her third (and final) ultrasound last night. No puppies. I am so disappointed! Unfourtunantly its a false pregnancy. I did some research before we even thought about breeding her, and learned some about the subject, but would like to know as much as possible.This saddens me because I know how emotionally trying a false can be on a dog. Poor baby she just knows she's pregnant and there's nothing in there! I almost cried when the vet told me, I couldn't imagine having to go through the pain myself. If anyone has any advice to lend it would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.

07-14-2006, 09:45 AM	#2
lisatodd Little Boogers Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: virginia beach, va Posts: 4,460	how many times did she mate and on what days???? __________________ lisa lisa and the cult jam yorkies

07-14-2006, 11:51 AM	#5
troubletb Love my Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Port Richey, Florida Posts: 2,339	My Bell had a false pregnancy once, and it was hard for her. I bought her a small stuffed dog that barked and she had it with her a lot in the beginning. Not sure if it helped but she was fine after a bout with laying around and being very lazy! Good Luck __________________ Karen~ Bell, Lilly and Peter's Mom Rest in Peace <3

07-14-2006, 12:43 PM	#6
teffiemoore Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 916	I'm so sorry, I can imagine how very sad this must be. Was she physically changing ect. I have read about this,but wouldn't make it any easier knowing, could happen to many of us __________________ Steph's Furkids,Yogi, Bogus and Suki www.dogster.com/?320202 www.dogster.com/dogs/778799 Join YAP Here! "Animals are the most agreeable freinds"..

07-14-2006, 09:57 AM	#3
Dragonfly My Sun Shine's bright Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Georiga Posts: 2,353	My little one did the same things not long ago she is 5lbs and the male was 3lbs. Like you I took her to the vet and no puppies my other one had puppies in her, I did wait till I got down the road to cry for her. The vet told me that since it was her first time and him being 8 months that his sprem count was not high enough they got tied two times on the days she was ready. I sorry for you I know what it feels like, Bless your heart

07-14-2006, 01:21 PM	#7
LauraMichelle Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 171	Yes, she is going through the changes. She appears as if she was around a month along. She has gained a considerable amount of weight, developing mammary glands, emotional, the whole nine yards. It is just so sad to me! Shane (my fiance, her Daddy) was equally excited about the arrivals, he had started work on a "deluxe" welpping box for the big day, I even made her some doggy maternity shirts. I know I am a dork with way too much free time. But we were so happy! I feel like we've lost our own babies! Its nuts. I am just going to have the vet help out next time I suppose. I have heard it is a lot more common than the general public hears about, the vet said it is not all too un-common.

08-25-2010, 10:26 PM	#9
bbtrans YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Miami, Fl. Posts: 2	Can you tell me if anyone that has a dog gone through false pregnancy has had tenderness and pain when carried? My baby is so sore she doesn't want to be carried. Breaks my heart. She is on antibiotics to prevent infection and has milk also. Please let me know if pain and tenderness is part of the false pregnancy symptoms? Thank you, Concerned Mom