Q: Is it possible for my chihuahua to get pregnant by a labrador?
My Chihuahua is in heat? and I caught a male Labrador in our backyard (he tunneled under the fence). If he could have got her pregnant, what should I do?
- Our fence is a 8 ft privacy fence that had never been breached before. How else can I keep her safe outside (she hates being inside).
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Answer by Leanne Bailey
Yes, it's very possible and there's not much you can do...
Answer by Learning Daily
Female chihuahua to male lab.. unless he is very very very small for his breed. NO. it is not possible. While he will be attracted to her scent the mechanics for a proper mating just don't exist.
what you can do is consult your vet, who will tell you it's not likely.. and can give you an Rx to abort if you feel the need. You can investigate getting her spayed but research both the pros and cons of the issue, not just the rote answer of " no unwanted puppies and a lower chance of mammary tumors" there are a host of risks that increase with spaying.
Talk to your neighbor, he needs to keep his dog contained. And you need to make sure you're outside with your girl while she is in heat just in case.
Answer by Jasmine
Of course, it is possible, however highly unlikely. If it did happen, the pregnancy would most likely kill the chihuahua. Your best bet is to contact a vet and schedule to have her spayed asap. When my female chihuahua first came into heat at 6 months of age…about a month before her appointment to be spayed, my neighbor's labrador camped out at my house until her heat cycle was over. He would chase her around the yard and whine and cry at the door when she was inside.
Answer by Victoria
My chihuahua may be pregnant and the only other dog she has contact with is our lab that is 30x her weight and size, does anyone know if the puppies could just be born incredibly small or if they would kill the mother? I don’t have the money to take her to a vet, how can I be sure she’s pregnant?
Answer by Katie
Before I got my chi she ran away for a night with her previous owners and did, in fact, get pregnant by a black lab confirmed by a few vets. It might've been a smaller lab but my chi was about6 lbs and dealt with the pregnancy well.
Answer by Lorraine
It has been known, but I would seek veterinary advice asap.
First of all with a dog that big then she could have internal injuries if it did happen.
And if it did then she would be in grave danger of not being able to carry and give birth to the pups, so it would be best if you schedule a spay for her anyway.
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Chelsea Vaughn says
What are the potential legal implications of this situation, considering the Labrador’s owner may be liable for any resulting puppies? How should I approach this delicate situation with the Labrador’s owner without causing unnecessary conflict?
Pam shetterly says
Thankyou for your calm reply…last nite I was so frightened and it is a good lesson for anyone out there..this is a serious situation and get so easily out of hand..my little dogs mean the world to me..she will be spayed and all taken care of by our vet in a few days…your respectful reply to me was very kind and much appreciated..thank you again
Dora says
Hope everything will go well.
Pam shetterly says
We had a death in the family..was sudden we just ran …came home to my little angel chihuahua who had entered the stage to stand and my Pekingese was engaged…one of us failed to secure them in the moment…I am so scared for my 2 year old girl…she is 5 lbs. my Peke is 12…I truly would appreciate some valued comments..there is no need to refer to me as an idiot I already know that
Dora says
Try to confirm the earliest that your girl is pregnant. An ultrasound can do that starting from around day 16. Also, watch for nipple color change 2 – 3 weeks after conception. If she’s pregnant discuss with a good vet what you should do. There are drugs, and there’s a surgical abortion but both may be not safe for your pet’s health. You’ll have to choose the lesser of two evils.
Gayle says
Have your vet check her progress and enjoy your puppies;
Daniela says
i have a maltese about a year old and my mom has a jack russel mixed with a corgi, i am 90% sure shes pregnant and i’m freaking out because i’m afraid she might not make it when giving birth. Does anyone know anything about this will she make it, will she not?
Nikki Jones says
I have a Maltese Yorkie, she’s 7. A Labrador got a hold to her and I know she will be pregnant soon. This is her 2nd pregnancy. Is it safe for her to birth the puppies? Please help me
RussianDog says
Sorry, Nikki, nobody can tell you without examining your dog. It may be a good idea to visit your vet.
Leo montez says
Ya it’s possible my mom friend Chihuahua got pregnant by a lab had three watch litters of pups I have one but it would chihuahua/lab mix and she’s 10 now
Nayana Reyes says
TAKE HER TU THE VET RIGHT NOWW!!!!!shes gunna DIE cause it can happen n if she is pregnent the babies will be WAYY tu bigg she will die while giving birth!!!! tell the vet wat happened and get her spayed!!
Dr. Crews says
Please don’t give any more advise you are a Idiot
Olivia Johnson says
well yeah.. if there female and male
Lindsay B says
Why were you so irresponsible by leaving your in heat female out where another dog could get to her. What do you think you should do? Isn't that pretty obvious?
lızzıε ☮ says
No. It would be almost impossible unless she was inseminated on purpose. Even then a chi couldnt carry them full term. Bring her inside or keep a close eye on her because male dogs will do anything when a female is in heat. They might even kill her. Be careful.
CatWings: Stop with says
What you should do is get her to the vet ASAP and have her spayed. She will die if she gets pregnant by the lab.