The following table provides information on the reproduction and normal physiologic values of dogs.
Most of the values are given in ranges, and depending upon the source, you may find somewhat different ranges provided elsewhere.
Normal
Temperature (ºF)
Adult: 99.5 - 102.5
Newborn Puppy: 96 - 97
Normal
Heart Rate (beats per minute)
Adult: 70 - 180
Newborn Puppy: Over 200
Respiratory
Rate (breaths per minute)
Adult: 20 - 40
Newborn Puppy: 15 - 35
Puberty
(months)
5 - 12
Length
of Pregnancy (days)
58 - 68 days
Litter
Size
6 - 10
smaller breeds tend to have smaller litters
