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- Average Litter Size of Estrela Mountain Dog
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Estrela Mountain Dog Will Have
- How Big Will a Estrela Mountain Dog Puppy Get?
- How Long is a Estrela Mountain Dog Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Estrela Mountain Dog
- Conclusion on Estrela Mountain Dog Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Estrela Mountain Dog
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 2 different Estrela Mountain Dog birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Estrela Mountain Dogs can have is 4 puppies. Also, the Estrela Mountain Dog can have as few as 3 puppies per litter and as many as 6 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Estrela Mountain Dog compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Estrela Mountain Dog Will Have
Estrela Mountain Dog Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Estrela Mountain Dog will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Estrela Mountain Dog is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Estrela Mountain Dog litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Estrela Mountain Dog will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Estrela Mountain Dog
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Estrela Mountain Dog will have if your Estrela Mountain Dog gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Estrela Mountain Dog. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Estrela Mountain Dog at different ages. This table applies to a Estrela Mountain Dog that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 8 puppies | 6 to 9 puppies |
| 3 | 7 puppies | 6 to 9 puppies |
| 4 | 7 puppies | 5 to 9 puppies |
| 5 | 7 puppies | 5 to 9 puppies |
| 6 | 7 puppies | 4 to 10 puppies |
| 7 | 7 puppies | 4 to 10 puppies |
| 8 | 6 puppies | 3 to 10 puppies |
| 9 | 6 puppies | 2 to 9 puppies |
How Big Will a Estrela Mountain Dog Puppy Get?
A Estrela Mountain Dog puppy will grow up to weigh around 75 to 130 pounds. Furthermore, a Estrela Mountain Dog puppy will grow up to be 24 to 30 inches.
Learn more about Estrela Mountain Dog weight and how big Estrela Mountain Dogs grow here
How Long is a Estrela Mountain Dog Pregnant?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Estrela Mountain Dogs can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Estrela Mountain Dog conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Estrela Mountain Dog for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Estrela Mountain Dog
To ensure that your Estrela Mountain Dog successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Estrela Mountain Dog well: A good diet will ensure that your Estrela Mountain Dog has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Estrela Mountain Dog is in good health: Ensure you take your Estrela Mountain Dog to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Estrela Mountain Dog gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Estrela Mountain Dog is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Estrela Mountain Dog Litter Size
Estrela Mountain Dogs can have 4 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Estrela Mountain Dog will have depends on factors such as the age of the Estrela Mountain Dog and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Estrela Mountain Dogs the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Estrela Mountain Dog. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Estrela Mountain Dog gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Estrela Mountain Dogs in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.