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Learn what’s normal during late gestation, whelping and the postpartum period in female dogs. A review of some of the most common reproductive emergencies during these timepoints will include signs to look out for and what to expect at veterinary visits for these emergencies. Steps that can be taken at home during gestation to help minimize the risk of these health concerns will also be covered.

About Dr. Joshua Trumble

Joshua Trumble, DVM, received a veterinary degree from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2022. He worked at a small-animal practice in the Tampa Bay, Florida area from 2022 to 2024, providing general practice and reproduction services. Dr. Trumble recently completed a theriogenology residency at Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He currently is an associate veterinarian at the Veterinary Hospital at the Lake in Sherrils Ford, North Carolina.  

Joshua Trumble has been compensated by Pro Plan for his time and expertise.

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At Pro Club, we aim to offer valuable resources for professional dog breeders like you. Explore our collection of webinars, articles, and video series designed to support your professional breeding program, like “Types of Dog Breeding & Semen for Best Results,” our most recent webinar from Dr. Carla Barstow.