Do dogs have periods? How to spend the estrus safely

Do dogs have periods?

Yes, Yiyi's first period is about 10 months, which is similar to human beings and represents sexual maturity. The first period, Yiyi does not know what happened, nor will it lick, let it drip everywhere, the first time it came for 3 days. The second time came about 9-10 months apart, for a period of about 20 days, every time the big period represents the estrus period of the female dog (this is the opposite of people), the female dog that has not been bred will drip blood, there is almost no other change, at most it is a little clingy, but the four-sided male dog will smell, every time at this time we have to be fully armed. So as not to be ridden by some brat.

Changes in oestrus after mating

Physical changes

The bitch's peaches (where she pees) will swell, and the original position under the stomach will turn over to the back of the buttocks due to swelling, forming an oblique line with the anus.

Menstruation smell is very heavy, one can smell the smell of blood, just come to the first 5 days, the dog will protect themselves, touch its buttocks, she will put her tail tightly, also do not let other male dogs approach; to the late 15-20 when the smell will be heavier, swelling will be more obvious, this time will stick up its tail to please you, or urge you to take it out, or even sneak out.

Usually during menstruation, appetite will also decline, it is normal not to eat or drink all day, will be more clingy, urge to go out will hum, look like a very anxious look. Go out all the way to urinate, take two steps to squat, take two steps to squat, do not think that it has urethritis, it is spreading its own smell, let the square male dog to find.

How to get through the safe period safely

Generally, dogs will lick it off by themselves, including on the ground, but dogs are not as clean as humans. The hair on the buttocks will be licked into a lump, and the bottom will not be licked clean. After licking, the mouth is very smelly. It is recommended to wear pants to solve this problem.

I have used: 1 human wear old underwear + put on sanitary

Summary: The most obedient and best used is the dog safety pants, the price is moderate, can be reused, the outer pants can be cleaned, when choosing, we must buy a certain thickness of inelastic, the edge of the elastic pleats wrapped with strong Velcro safety pants;

Sanitation and cleaning:

Safety pants can effectively prevent the harassment of male dogs, and will not drip everywhere at home, which is convenient for cleaning household hygiene. When replacing sanitary napkins, you can wipe the dog's peaches with warm water to reduce body odor.

Long-haired dogs can't avoid blood stains on their buttocks and tails. It's not recommended to bathe your dog during menstruation. You can braid your hair at the beginning of menstruation, which can effectively keep your dog's hair neat.

Finally, does the dog go through menopause?

No, Yiyi is 8 years old this year. She is still in stable estrus twice a year. There is no sign of decline. Dogs will not have menopause like humans. Dogs will be in estrus for a lifetime. Although they are old, they still have reproductive function;

Personal experience, for reference only;