How to Bathe a Pregnant Dog

Did your dog just play around in the dirty mud? If they’re pregnant, you’re probably wondering how to bathe your pets without stressing them out. No need to worry too much about this! If your pet is used to bathing, they will stay calm while pregnant.

Table of Contents

Prepare to take a shower

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Peace of mind for pets. When dealing with pregnant dogs, it’s important to keep them calm. The pregnant belly can make the mother dog difficult to control if they start to move. Pet your pet a lot and talk softly. Do whatever it takes to mentally relax the mother dog.

If you see the mother dog trying to get out, you should ask someone else for help. Pets will be petted more!
If the mother dog is afraid of bathing, you should not force her. Instead, just brush the coat to remove as much dirt as possible. This way will be easier for both.
Let the mud dry before brushing the mother dog’s coat.

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Proceed as usual. Even if you’re worried about bathing your pregnant dog, you shouldn’t let them notice your anxiety. Just treat this as normal bathing, and don’t change the way you clean.

For example, if you often carry your dog in the tub, you should still clean them in a familiar place. Do not use sprinklers for fear of having to pick them up.

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Preparing instruments. Have a snack ready to reward the mother for calm behavior or to convince her to get in the tub. You also need to prepare shampoo and towels to dry before letting them stand around in the house. ^{[1] X Trusted Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Go to the source} You can place a towel on the side of the tub to keep water from splashing on the floor.

Use a mild, oat-based pet shampoo that won’t irritate the mother’s skin.
You’ll probably get wet too, so wear casual clothes so you don’t get wet. ^{[2] X Research Source}

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Place the non-slip pad on the bottom of the tub. The bottom of the tub is quite slippery when pouring water and soap. Non-slip pads help keep the position in place while the mother dog is bathing. You can buy this tool at a store or online.

Bathing a pregnant dog

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Put the dog in the tub. You need to be very gentle. If the dog is large, you should ask someone else to help you carry the pet. Should not be held on the belly, because it will cause discomfort or pain to the mother dog. Instead, you should put your arm under your hind legs, and your other hand under your neck. Lift the mother dog’s entire body up with her chest and bottom.

If your pet is small, you can use the kitchen sink.

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Open water. Turn the hot and cold taps on at the same time to make warm water. If you have a shower, you should spray it first to moisten the mother’s coat. If there is no shower, you can use a bucket to pour water on them.

Cuddle and talk softly to calm the mother dog.

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Drain the tub first if the mother is afraid of water. The sound of a strong water faucet can scare them away! Some babies will be less anxious once the tub is filled with water. Once filled with water, you can gently carry them into the tub. Use a bucket to pour water on the mother dog instead of using the shower.

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Apply shampoo to the mother dog’s body. Rub from front to back. Start at the nape of the neck, then the neck and the whole body. Apply shampoo to legs and tail last. Touch the abdomen gently, and use only enough force to clean it. Do not rub or squeeze the mother dog’s belly.

Do not apply shampoo to the mother dog’s face, as it may get in the eyes, nose, or mouth. Instead, you should use a damp cloth to wipe their face. ^{[3] X Trusted Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Go to source}
Do not let soap get into the mother dog’s ears.

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Rinse the shampoo off the hair. If the mother dog is not afraid of the sound of running water, you can turn on the water and use the shower to rinse off the soap. If your pet is afraid of the sound of water, you can use a bucket to pour water on them.

Rinse off the soap until there is no foam left on the hair.

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Get the dog out of the tub. Use the same method as when placing them in the tub: lift with chest and buttocks. Be careful not to press on the mother’s belly. Place all fours on the floor and then release the pet so they don’t fall out of your hands.

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Dry the mother dog. If your pet is not afraid of loud sounds, you can use a dryer to quickly dry their body. However, most dogs prefer to dry with a towel. The mother dog has more hair than the human, so you need to use more towels.

You don’t need to dry your dog’s body completely. Just dry it moderately so that the water doesn’t drip onto the floor.
Let the hair dry naturally.

Advice

Do it calmly and effectively. You do not need to hurry!
Use a mild oat shampoo suitable for your dog’s skin and coat.
Reward your dog with food after bathing.
Consider hiring a professional cleaner if you think you can’t safely bathe your dog.

Warning

Do not bathe your dog when it’s due or a few days before giving birth. The mother dog can give birth right in the bath, so you should wait a few days before giving them a bath.

Steps

Prepare to take a shower

Bathing a pregnant dog

Advice

Warning

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