Dog in Techno

Heat occurs in a fertile dog every 6-8 months and lasts an average of 3 weeks.  In most breeds, the first heat occurs at 6 months of age but may be earlier or later. During this period, there are bloody vaginal discharge, edema of the external genital organs, and frequent urination. However, bleeding is mild, and in small dogs, you may not even notice it.

Unwanted attention

The first thing you will notice when a bitch starts to estrus is the increased attention to her uncastrated males all over the area. Her behavior will also change, and if she usually does not allow dogs to approach, then now she will definitely not mind.

In addition, non-castrated males can travel considerable distances behind a current bitch. Therefore, during this period, you should not leave the dog unattended on the street, and during walks, it is necessary to keep it on a leash all the time.

Usually, the dog owners you encounter can control their pets, but in some dogs, the smell of a streaming bitch can provoke aggressive behavior.

 

Bleeding

Another cause for concern is bleeding. If your dog is bleeding a lot, limit the area to rooms with easy-to-clean, carpet-less floors. You should not leave her on the street unless you want to experience the invasion of all the surrounding males (and subsequently engage in puppies).

If you are not planning on breeding, it is best to neuter your dog. Sterilization excludes the onset of heat and related behavior.