How To Tell If Your Dog Is In Heat

What Should You Do?

If you do not want to get your dogs spayed, you must prepare yourself and the home for the heat cycle.

Though some dogs clean themselves pretty well during the discharge session, others do not. Moreover, depending on the breed, heavy discharges may be too large for the dogs to handle. Thus, be prepared for the discharges to soil your house. As a pet parent, you can use diapers to reduce the damage.

The diapers are also helpful during the period of frequent urination, protecting your household supplies from getting drenched in urine.

Depending on your preference, you can choose between reusable or disposable ones.

1. Protect your dog from the males! The dogs are highly sensitive during the breeding season. Heightened by the hormones, the males are highly attracted to the females. Keep an eye on the dogs to ensure that the males do not surround your females if you do not want a litter.
2. Show love. The heat period is a time that makes them vulnerable. With the changes in the body and the bleeding to take care of, the period may be anxious for some. Hence, make sure that the pet receives ample attention during this time. Your dog would appreciate a warm cozy bed and lots of cuddles. It is important to remember not to scold or reprimand them for the mess they make.

Understand the temperament. Your dogs may be moody. They would want to cuddle at one time, whereas they would want alone time at the next instant. Hence, don’t force the pets for unnecessary activity and let them tide over the period.

Is Spaying A Good Option?

Spaying the pets is a decision that needs to be taken up by the pet parent. Though many claims to significantly reduce certain types of cancer and infection probability, spaying renders the pets unable to breed. Moreover, studies also indicate several other risks that may occur as a result of spaying. Hence, it entirely depends on the owner.

If you want to have a litter, later on, it is best to hold the spaying. However, if you don’t want a litter or feel that you cannot care for pets, especially during the breeding season, you can spay the pets.

There are different periods suggested for the spaying process. Consult a veterinarian to understand the pros and cons and know the best time for the procedure.

Conclusion

A dog going into the heat period requires special attention and care if you do not want to have them impregnated. Taking care of the behavioral changes and accommodating them is called a pet-parent. Understand the cycles and their behavior to make sure you know what to expect and what to do during this time!