Guest Anonymous Posted June 10, 2003 Posted June 10, 2003 MY DOG JUST GOT HER PERIOD FOR THE FIRST TIME, AND I DID NOT ANYTHING ABOUT IT, SOMEONE COULD HELP ME? HOW LONG DOES HER PERIOD EXTEND? AFTER HOW MANY DAYS SHE WILL BE DESEPERATE? ANYTHING ELSE THAT I AM FORGETING TO ASK... HELP ME PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote
pei obssessed Posted June 10, 2003 Posted June 10, 2003 Can I ask why didn't you have her sapyed before this happenned? Did you get her doggy pads to wear now? Are you keeping her away from any dogs, and keeping an eye on her all the time? Watch for it: dogs in the neibourhood will find their way into your yard, and she'll find her way out even if she never did it before. So DO NOt let her alone outside even for a minute! AND GET HER SPAYED! Quote
abker17 Posted June 10, 2003 Posted June 10, 2003 Yes, please spay her!!!!! The world already has enough unwanted dogs... Quote
imported_Cassie Posted June 10, 2003 Posted June 10, 2003 I also cannot stress to you enough to have your dog spayed...her is some information for you: [quote]The heat or estrus cycle of the female is divided into four different stages. There is great variation in the length of these cycles among individuals of the same breeds and among various different breeds. Additionally, the same animal may have significant variations over the course of a lifetime. It is therefore impossible to talk about the cycling of bitches using exact dates or time periods. Proestrus: The first stage of a heat cycle is a preparatory period referred to as proestrus. This follows a period in which the reproductive system, was from all outward appearances, inactive. Proestrus typically lasts five to nine days. On the first day of proestrus, the vagina becomes swollen and a bloody discharge is soon observed. During this stage, males show an interest in the female, but she will be unreceptive to them. Internally, the eggs leave the surface of the ovaries and travel into the oviducts. Estrus: The next stage is referred to as estrus. This is the active breeding phase, and will usually last from five to nine days. Bleeding from the vagina is very slight or completely absent at this point. During estrus, males will definitely be attracted to and attempt to mate with the female. The female will allow them to mount her, resulting in intercourse. In the dog, a 'tie' usually occurs in which the male and female are held together physically, with the vagina tightly enclosed around the glans penis. Ejaculation will occur and sperm cells will enter the uterus and make their way to the oviduct, where their union with the egg will result in fertilization. A tie, however, is not necessary for conception to take place. The union of the egg and sperm results in the formation of a fertilized egg, which is referred to as a zygote. This matures further, developing into an embryo and then a fetus. Diestrus: Following estrus is the diestrus period. This extends from the time when the female dog is no longer receptive to the male to the end of pregnancy. In cycles in which a pregnancy did not occur, diestrus will last for a period of up to 80 days. In early diestrus, the embryos and their placentas attach to the wall of the uterus, from which they will derive their oxygen and nutrients. Anestrus: Following diestrus is anestrus. This is the quiescent period between heat cycles characterized by no outward physical or behavioral signs of sexuality[/quote] Quote
Daisysmom Posted June 10, 2003 Posted June 10, 2003 I have to go on my soapbox for a minute. This person asked for help, and not a lecture. I understand how we all feel, myself included, about the overpopulation of dogs, but this person may not be as educated as we are, and may not have known when to expect this situation..... I just think that sometimes we are to fast to jump on questions like this. I don't mean to step on any toes, but just expressing my opinion. Cassie, I know you gave info, but that looks like a textbook answer, and I think it may be too much for some people. Again, don't mean to be mean, just an observation. Quote
courtnek Posted June 11, 2003 Posted June 11, 2003 unless you actively plan to breed her (and I hope you have a breeders license and training if you do) you should get her spayed. There are so many bad things that can happen with an unspayed dog that isnt bred properly, things worse than an unwanted pregnancy. They are far more likely to develop uterine cancers, they want to roam when in heat, and will try every avenue of escape to mate. This could get them hit by a car, thrashed by another dog or shot by an unruly owner who doesnt want your dog in his yard. As mentioned, it will also attract every unneutered male in the neighborhood to your house, and if there is more than one a dogfight, literally, could break out. Aside from all of that, it is cruel, plain and simple, to leave a dog with sexual urges who is not allowed to mate. Nature is telling her to go find someone to father puppies, and there isnt anyone. How frustrating!! She is not a person, she cannot actively decide to ignore her mating instinct. All she can do is try to escape to find a dog to father her pups. Or hope one comes to her. She could also suffer false pregnancies, which means she will tear, destroy and shred things in your house to build herself a whelping den....please!! for the sake of the dog, please get her spayed...... Quote
Daisysmom Posted June 11, 2003 Posted June 11, 2003 You can go to: [url]www.friendsofanimals.org[/url] for a reduced cost in your area. Quote
courtnek Posted June 11, 2003 Posted June 11, 2003 Jannai, I am very sorry. we kinda jumped all over yu, because we are PRO SPAY/NEUTER her to the nth degree. Daisy pointed it out, and I apologize... The heat cycle should not last more than 5 (sometimes 6) days. During that time, she can become pregnant, and you will need to watch her very carefully. Dont let her out alone, keep all strange dogs away from her...believe it or not, even on a leash she might decide to mate with an unneutered male, right before your eyes...if they "lock" (when dogs mate they lock into position and cant be seperated) it's too late.... and altho I am sorry we jumped all over you, I stand firm on my belief that she should be spayed...if for nothing else, for all the unwanted dogs in the world now residing in shelters.... Come back here (we wont jump on you, I promise) if you have other issues, please.... Quote
imported_Cassie Posted June 11, 2003 Posted June 11, 2003 [quote]I have to go on my soapbox for a minute. This person asked for help, and not a lecture. I understand how we all feel, myself included, about the overpopulation of dogs, but this person may not be as educated as we are, and may not have known when to expect this situation..... I just think that sometimes we are to fast to jump on questions like this. I don't mean to step on any toes, but just expressing my opinion. Cassie, I know you gave info, but that looks like a textbook answer, and I think it may be too much for some people. [/quote] [b]Quote by Daisysmom[/b] I am sorry every one for putting down too much info...I was just too lazy to answer and just copied and pasted a quote....I thought perhaps JANNAI would find it interesting....once again sorry... :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: Quote
courtnek Posted June 11, 2003 Posted June 11, 2003 You werent the only one Cassie - I jumped on her too, and feel bad now... Sometimes we have to "listen" instead of just "hearing".... Please come back Jannai, we apologize for our zeal, for in truth, thats what it is. We love dogs, and hate to see the terible things that happen to them, and we get "in a state" about our beliefs...but if you want, we will help you as best we can. Give us another try. OK? we dont dislike you, we dislike the bad things that happen to dogs....and we have seen ALOT of bad things happen to dogs..... hope to see you soon.... :D Quote
abker17 Posted June 11, 2003 Posted June 11, 2003 I'm sorry too... I've just seen such horrible things happen to unwanted dogs, and it's very hard not to jump at someone. I apoligize. :oops: :oops: :( Please come back!!!! :( :x Quote
mouseatthebusstop Posted June 12, 2003 Posted June 12, 2003 Jennai Your dog must be watched at all times it will last about three weeks she will need to be watched for a week after to make sure. Swill your yard and nearby path with jeys fluid and the same at the front of your house that will hepl to stop local dogs hanging around. Be very careful at all times- do see your vet later about having her spayed :) Quote
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