{"id":109953,"date":"2022-04-23T05:28:36","date_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:28:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/"},"modified":"2022-04-23T05:28:36","modified_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:28:36","slug":"how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/","title":{"rendered":"How many days does a Maltese bleed in heat?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_many_days_does_a_Maltese_bleed_in_heat\" title=\"How many days does a Maltese bleed in heat?\">How many days does a Maltese bleed in heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_do_I_know_when_my_Maltese_is_in_heat\" title=\"How do I know when my Maltese is in heat?\">How do I know when my Maltese is in heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#Are_Maltese_good_in_heat\" title=\"Are Maltese good in heat?\">Are Maltese good in heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#When_can_Maltese_get_pregnant\" title=\"When can Maltese get pregnant?\">When can Maltese get pregnant?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#Does_a_dog_bleed_the_whole_time_in_Heat\" title=\"Does a dog bleed the whole time in Heat?\">Does a dog bleed the whole time in Heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_long_do_dogs_bleed_heavy_in_heat\" title=\"How long do dogs bleed heavy in heat?\">How long do dogs bleed heavy in heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_long_does_heat_last_in_Maltese_dogs\" title=\"How long does heat last in Maltese dogs?\">How long does heat last in Maltese dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#Can_a_dog_in_heat_bleed_longer_than_10_days\" title=\"Can a dog in heat bleed longer than 10 days?\">Can a dog in heat bleed longer than 10 days?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_long_does_Maltese_stay_in_heat\" title=\"How long does Maltese stay in heat?\">How long does Maltese stay in heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#What_are_the_signs_that_your_dog_is_going_into_heat\" title=\"What are the signs that your dog is going into heat?\">What are the signs that your dog is going into heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_long_does_a_Maltese_stay_on_heat\" title=\"How long does a Maltese stay on heat?\">How long does a Maltese stay on heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#What_age_do_Maltese_go_into_heat\" title=\"What age do Maltese go into heat?\">What age do Maltese go into heat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#Should_I_shave_my_Maltese_in_the_summer\" title=\"Should I shave my Maltese in the summer?\">Should I shave my Maltese in the summer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_a_Maltese\" title=\"What are the pros and cons of a Maltese?\">What are the pros and cons of a Maltese?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#Is_it_OK_for_a_1_year_old_dog_to_get_pregnant\" title=\"Is it OK for a 1 year old dog to get pregnant?\">Is it OK for a 1 year old dog to get pregnant?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_many_times_can_a_Maltese_get_pregnant_in_a_year\" title=\"How many times can a Maltese get pregnant in a year?\">How many times can a Maltese get pregnant in a year?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-many-days-does-a-maltese-bleed-in-heat\/#How_early_can_a_dog_have_puppies_safely\" title=\"How early can a dog have puppies safely?\">How early can a dog have puppies safely?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_does_a_Maltese_bleed_in_heat\"><\/span>How many days does a Maltese bleed in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>around 7 to 10 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_when_my_Maltese_is_in_heat\"><\/span>How do I know when my Maltese is in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Physical Maltese in heat symptoms include <b>a swollen vulva and pink or red discharge. You may also notice behavioral changes, such as attempting to escape to find a mate. Male dogs will also show a lot of interest in the female at this time. Proestrus lasts about nine days but may last as many as 27 days in some dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Maltese_good_in_heat\"><\/span>Are Maltese good in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Maltese definitely are housedogs and <b>don&#8217;t tolerate extreme heat or cold well. Many people paper train their Maltese so they don&#8217;t have to take them outdoors when the weather is too hot or cold.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_can_Maltese_get_pregnant\"><\/span>When can Maltese get pregnant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are 3 ages to keep in mind: The age that a Maltese can become pregnant: As soon as a female enters puberty, which is signaled by her first heat cycle, she can technically become pregnant. For this breed, this will be <b>between 4 and 8 months old<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_dog_bleed_the_whole_time_in_Heat\"><\/span>Does a dog bleed the whole time in Heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, the most obvious recognizable sign of heat in dogs is vaginal bleeding. This may not become apparent until a few days after the female has come into estrus. <b>Some female dogs experience heavy vaginal bleeding during estrus, while other dogs have minimal bleeding. If you are concerned, consult your veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_dogs_bleed_heavy_in_heat\"><\/span>How long do dogs bleed heavy in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>7 to 10 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_heat_last_in_Maltese_dogs\"><\/span>How long does heat last in Maltese dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>between 2-4 weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_in_heat_bleed_longer_than_10_days\"><\/span>Can a dog in heat bleed longer than 10 days?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long does a dog in heat bleed? <b>Dogs in heat tend to bleed for approximately a week to 10 days. Some dogs bleed very heavily and others so lightly that it&#8217;s barely noticeable.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_Maltese_stay_in_heat\"><\/span>How long does Maltese stay in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How often each cycle lasts: The heat cycle actually has 4 parts to it; The estrus cycle, which is the one noticeable by owners and the one with active bleeding and discharge, lasts from <b>14 to 21 days. How often heat occurs: A Maltese will have a heat cycle 2 to 3 times per year.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_signs_that_your_dog_is_going_into_heat\"><\/span>What are the signs that your dog is going into heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What Signs Indicate That My Dog Is in Heat?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Swollen vulva.<\/li>\n<li>Bloody or straw-colored discharge from the vulva.<\/li>\n<li>Receptive to male dogs.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive licking of the genital area.<\/li>\n<li>Agitated, nervous, or aggressive behavior.<\/li>\n<li>Urinating more frequently.<\/li>\n<li>Change in tail position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>15 Feb 2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_Maltese_stay_on_heat\"><\/span>How long does a Maltese stay on heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heat usually lasts <b>between 2-4 weeks. Early in the cycle, a female dog may not be receptive to male dogs, although some are receptive through the entire cycle. It can be shorter or longer and you&#8217;ll know the cycle is over when all her vulva returns to its normal size and there&#8217;s no more bleeding or discharge.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_do_Maltese_go_into_heat\"><\/span>What age do Maltese go into heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Maltese dogs are playful and charming pups known for their long, flowing white coats. The Maltese breeding age starts as soon as she has her first heat, which is usually <b>around 6 months of age, and the heat cycle has four stages. Your pup will go into heat two to three times each year.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_shave_my_Maltese_in_the_summer\"><\/span>Should I shave my Maltese in the summer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs like poodles, Maltese, Shih Tzu&#8217;s, and others without an undercoat require regular grooming and haircuts. But dogs with undercoats rarely do. Although <b>shaving your dog in the summer is not necessary, there are some people (groomers and maybe a vet or two) who swear it&#8217;s the best thing you can do for your pet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_a_Maltese\"><\/span>What are the pros and cons of a Maltese?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pros and cons of Maltese<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>One of the smallest breeds  easy to pick up (and easy to pick up after)<\/li>\n<li>Lively, funny, playful, affectionate.<\/li>\n<li>Usually peaceful with strangers and other animals.<\/li>\n<li>Sheds very lightly (often a good choice for allergy sufferers)<\/li>\n<li>LOVES warm sunny weather.<\/li>\n<li>Usually lives a long time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_for_a_1_year_old_dog_to_get_pregnant\"><\/span>Is it OK for a 1 year old dog to get pregnant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A female dog&#8217;s first heat cycle may begin as early as 6 months to 1 year. Although they are not yet considered adult dogs, <b>at this age onward, mating and pregnancy can occur. If your dog becomes a mother as early as her first heat cycle, she may not know how to act in this motherhood situation.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_times_can_a_Maltese_get_pregnant_in_a_year\"><\/span>How many times can a Maltese get pregnant in a year?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How many litters can a Maltese have? Since the whole point of breeding is to do it responsibly without ever putting the Maltese mama at risk, most breeders will allow a Maltese to have <b>4-5 litters at the most. Other breeders use age as their indicator and will retire her from breeding around age 8.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_early_can_a_dog_have_puppies_safely\"><\/span>How early can a dog have puppies safely?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>6 months old<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How many days does a Maltese bleed in heat?How do I know when my Maltese is in heat?Are Maltese good in heat?When can Maltese get pregnant?Does a dog bleed the whole time in Heat?How long do dogs bleed heavy in heat?How long does heat last in Maltese dogs?Can a dog in heat&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-109953","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/109953"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=109953"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/109953\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=109953"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=109953"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=109953"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}