Gestation

Once the breeding and the ‘locking’ time is over, keep your bitch away from all other male dogs. Do not leave her alone for even a few minutes and do not rely on chain link or even high fences to keep out other male dogs. Females can give birth to puppies from more than one father.

Your bitch will have a gestational period of 63 to 65 days from the date she was mated. This can also vary from dog to dog and owners should be prepared to help with delivery prior to that date.