how long do dogs stay pregnant for

Dogs are typically pregnant for about 63 days, which is approximately nine weeks or a little over two months. The gestation period can vary from about 56 to 70 days depending on factors such as breed and size, with smaller breeds tending to have slightly shorter pregnancies and larger breeds sometimes carrying closer to the upper end of the range. The pregnancy length is usually counted from the day of ovulation rather than the date of mating, which can make exact due dates somewhat variable.