The cost of an ultrasound examination on a dog can range from $300 to $1,000. A number of factors can affect how much you’ll pay for an ultrasound for your dog.

During your visit, your vet can use ultrasound to see the growing puppies, typically around 4 weeks in. Ultrasound is safe during pregnancy. It uses sound waves to create an image of your dog's womb.

So ultrasound is great to tell us that a dog is pregnant but not so great to tell us how many pups there are." McCarthy offered his top five tips for caring for your dog during pregnancy.

The dog gestation period is much shorter than human pregnancy, though the vet can determine the exact due date. Here's what to know and how to tell.