If your dog is pregnant at an older age, you will need to stay in close contact with its vet throughout the pregnancy. [substeps] It's always wise to take your dog to the vet for a pre-breeding exam before mating it, regardless of age.
[header] How to promote safe whelping for older dogs [title] Avoid breeding a dog over six years old. [step] Depending on breed, it's best to mate your dog between the ages of two and six. A pregnancy after age six can pose significant health risks to both the mother and pups, even if the mother was in good health before the pregnancy.