our lab is in her 61st day and has been in the 1st stages for 12hours with no progress how long should we wait before calling the vet?

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Hi,
The 1st stage can last up to 24 hours with no problems, but if you are worried don't hesitate to ring your vet and discuss the symptoms.

When she hs started to visibly contract for over an hour with no progress call the vet immediately.

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Hi I waited 24 hrs before I called the vetshe was not straining but first stage had gone on long enough with no results, vet gave her oxytox, but whelping lasted 48 hours,

5 so far started at 2am and looks like she's still going

9 now and i wouldn't be surprised if there's another on its way! 7 girls 2 boys

What a fine litter! Congratulations. :)

our other bitch seems very keen to help (granny) were a little dubious about this although she's got milk and the mother seems quite willing. What do you think?

Be guided by the mum. I would give her two or three days on her own with the pups, because she's the one with the vital colostrum, but after that if everybody's happy sharing, then there shouldn't be any problems.
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thanks for the advice we appreciate it.

congrats on your babes.i've got a choc boy and am getting a bitch next week, they're soo loving and friendly if not just a little bit crazy!!