My pug b*tch recently started her first heat cycle. We've been meaning to spay her but have not had a chance to do so? Do we need to wait 3 weeks or so for it to end, or can we spay asap?
(I can't believe yahoo makes medical terms look like rap lyrics or an Imus transcript.)
2007-04-18 06:31:53 · 8 answers · asked by Nepper's Daddy 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Vets advise against spaying during a heat cycle (increased blood flow to the uterus during this time raises the risks during surgery), but I know some vets will still do it. You would probably be charged an extra fee.
If you can tolerate it, most vets recommend you wait until a month after the heat cycle is finished, so that the swelling/blood flow can get back to normal.
2007-04-18 06:44:01 · answer #1 · answered by Loki Wolfchild 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can, but it is generally not recommended. During her season, the female's genital tract becomes swollen, leading to a more complex and higher risk surgery. Best to wait until she's been out of season for a few weeks, then have her spayed. Why not set up the appointment for about 5 or 6 weeks from now so you don't put it off until it's too late again?
2007-04-18 06:39:39 · answer #2 · answered by CS 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's inadvisable to spay a b itch in heat. Most vets will not do it, as there is a high risk of excessive bleeding due to their uterus becoming engorged with blood while they're in heat.
You need to wait 2 months from the start of her cycle before it is safe to spay, so you've got to keep her away from dogs for quite a while!
Chalice
2007-04-18 06:39:43 · answer #3 · answered by Chalice 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You really should wait.
I would go ahead and call the vet and schedule for four weeks from the day she started going into heat so you are prepared. By waiting it will be a much easier surgery. There can be more risks if she is spayed while inheat.
2007-04-18 06:38:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can spay her during heat. It's not highly recommended, and it will cost a little extra, but if you don't want to risk the extra weeks for it to end, then it's worth the money.
2007-04-18 06:44:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can spay while she is in season. It makes the surgery more difficult on the Dr. though.Keep her away from the boys and watch her well when she is outside. Have her done when she is finished with this heat.
2007-04-18 06:37:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I beleive you can get her done while she is heat,check with your vet. Alot of times they wait for it to end to do the surgery because of blood loss. Check with a couple of vets if you want and see what they say the risks are if any.
2007-04-18 06:38:38 · answer #7 · answered by brenda b 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can spay your dog while she is in heat. You can even have her spayed if she is in the early weeks of pregnancy.
2007-04-18 06:36:31 · answer #8 · answered by cathoneybabe 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋