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Hi, I have a dog that I got about 4 weeks ago well I didn't know it but she is pregnant. I'm a little concerned she hasn't eaten since yesterday and she has a lot of dark green almost brown mucus coming out of her do they usually have this before having pups?
Most of them will quit eating just before labor starts, so I expect that delivery will be starting within 24 hours. Green discharge before delivery is not a good sign as that means that a placenta has detached, so I expect that she will have at least one dead puppy unless she is already in active labor and can expel that puppy quickly. She should be seen by a veterinarian, who will probably want to initiate labor if she hasn't started yet.
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Karen Brittan
Expertise
I have been showing miniature schnauzers in conformation, obedience, and earthdog for forty years, and am a professional dog groomer. I am not a veterinarian and cannot answer questions of a veterinary nature. However, I can give my opinion or share some experiences on some health issues. Everyone should remember that this is a volunteer service, and few of us are up late into the night. Medical emergencies require a veterinary visit, or at least a telephone call... not an internet question which might not be viewed and answered until hours later. If your dog is sick or injured, it should be seen by a licensed professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Experience
I have taught obedience classes and have taught people how to groom for many years.
Learn more about me and my dogs: http://britmorschnauzers.com
Organizations
Member of: American Miniature Schnauzer Club; Twin Cities Miniature Schnauzer Club; Twin Cities Obedience Training Club; Elk River Kennel Club; Minnesota Professional Pet Groomers Association; Greater Twin Cities Earthdog Club.
Education/Credentials
Fifty-one years of living with, observing, and training dogs, along with numerous seminars during that time.
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