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shewolf asked in PetsDogs · 1 decade ago

If a female dog has her nipples, does that mean she has had a litter before?

My daughter just rescued a boxer and she has nipples. She will be getting her fixed Friday, but we were wondering if this meant she has had a litter before.

Update:

Thanks negative nancy! You are so helpful!

Update 2:

Yes, I know they all have nipples, and yes they are larger. Her other boxer was fixed at a young age, therefore, no enlarged nipples. She has obviously been abused, she cowers and pee's if anyone raises their voice or loud noises.

Update 3:

Ok, so enlarged nipples could just mean that she has gone in heat. Not that she has had puppies in the past. Thanks!

Update 4:

Thanks for the reminder that she may not have been abused. I will make sure my daughter knows she may just need socialization.

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  • BunnuvaSitch
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago
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    All dogs have nipples. If they're enlarged, it *could* mean she's had a litter before, but it could also mean simply that she's been in heat before.

  • Valene
    6 years ago

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    If a female dog has her nipples, does that mean she has had a litter before?

    My daughter just rescued a boxer and she has nipples. She will be getting her fixed Friday, but we were wondering if this meant she has had a litter before.

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  • Rayven ~ SCAdian girl
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    Nope. just means she's been through her first heat. BTW unless you have PROOF no she hasn't been abused either. She's never been socialized with people, noises etc and probably has a weak temperament. Cowering and submissive peeing do not always mean abuse.

  • Lorraine
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    First of all, well done for taking her on.

    It is likely that she has been bred from but it could also be that she has had several phantom pregnancies.

    Best of luck with her.

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  • Julia
    1 decade ago

    You have nipples even when you've never been pregnant before right?

  • ladystang
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    possible but not certain

    just go ahead and have her spayed

  • ?
    1 decade ago

    what he said^^^

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    DEEUAGAH!

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