How can I tell if my dog is in heat?

Question

she doesn't bleed or anything

Answer 1

She probably does bleed but they clean themselves well. The best way to tell is that her little hoo hoo will swell up and get puffy, she will lick herself more than usual, and when she starts she may have to urnate more. It sounds gross to do but it's a sure fire way to tell, take a paper towel and place it at the base of the opening and push it up a little, when she is in full heat you will see a drop or two on the towel.

Answer 2

Some dogs come in season the first time at 6 months some at 2 years and anywhere in between is possible. There is such a thing as a dry heat or a silent season. In such cases they don't exhibit blood but they do swell and give off a scent. You can go to a vet if you suspect her of having a dry season and see if she is actually in season if you are considering breeding her that might be a good idea, especially if you are thinking about going to an outside stud dog. It might save you a big trip (I have sent dogs across the country to breed to the best) a stud fee, etc. to be sure.

Answer 3

here's some info on found on this site.. Hope it helps...

The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately 3 weeks and since this an an average, some heats are shorter (as little as 7-10 days), others are longer (4 weeks or more).

Average times between heat periods is seven months but some dogs can cycle as early as every 4 months, some once a year.

Lengths of heat cycles and intervals between cycles are different for each dog but most dogs hit somewhere close to the averages.

The first part of heat you will notice bleeding from the vulva, swelling of the vulva, possible increase in urination and the most noticeable, male dogs hanging around the house. During this period (proestrus), females will not allow the males to breed with them although the males will be very persistent.

The second part or estrus is the time in which the female will allow the male to breed her and this can last anywhere from 4-21 days. A female, most of the time, will allow most any male to breed during this time. As the female starts to go out of heat or enter diestrus, she will be less willing to breed.

Again this stage can last 4-14 days but averages approximately 7 days. The next cycle usually begins about 7 months from the start of the last heat cycle, not the end of that cycle but again this varies from dog to dog. The interval stays the same even if she becomes pregnant.

If you do not intend to breed her, you really should consider spaying her. There are many health benefits associated with spaying such as decreased chance of mammary tumors and you will not have to worry about pyometra, metritis or unwanted litters (overpopulation is a big problem - just take a trip to a humane shelter).

If you elect to spay her, this can be done during heat but it may be best to wait until the heat cycle is over to decrease the chance of complications.



Intact female dogs will normally come into heat (estrus) once every 4 ý to 12 months with the average for most breeds being once every 6 months. You will probably notice some bloody discharge from the vagina and a swollen vulva when your dog is in heat. You may notice "mounting" behavior, also.

The heat period can last from 8 to 30 days with an average of about 20 days. Most female dogs will be willing to stand for a male dog and permit breeding around 10 to 16 days after the beginning of their heat period. Some females will be a little more aggressive during their heat period, but most show no change in behavior and interaction with their owners.



Tracy

Answer 4

Besides the bleeding, look for any changes in her behavior - she may seem more playful or want to be petted more. There may also be a lot of licking in her genital area or even "nesting" behavior.

Spay and neuter! Over 10 million dogs and cats are euthanized every year in the United States alone because there are not enough homes for all those cute puppies and kittens that grow into dogs and cats.

Answer 5

Dogs begin heat when they're one year old then again every six months. Try to remember when was your dog's last heat.
If you're unsure, take her to the vet. Some dogs don't bleed.

Answer 6

Well... If it isn't obvious then she's not in heat. They'll whine and stick their rear in the air and usually that area is a little warmer than usual, hence the term. Trust me... You know when a dog is in heat.

Answer 7

My girl dogs always start humping things like my leg their pillow the door,the couch,yeah pretty much anything.

Answer 8

Just watch for signs: She will swell in that area - she'll want to go outside more often - male dogs will begin to try to sniff and lick that area, and of course they'll try to mount her. Trust me............ you'll know!!!!

Answer 9

when she bleeds then a few days later she is fertile

Answer 10

her vagina gets swollen, you see blood, she a little wild