{"id":191192,"date":"2022-09-12T05:50:49","date_gmt":"2022-09-12T05:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/"},"modified":"2022-09-13T10:45:50","modified_gmt":"2022-09-13T10:45:50","slug":"how-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I help my dog during her 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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_can_I_help_my_dog_during_her_heat\" title=\"How can I help my dog during her heat?\">How can I help my dog during her 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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_long_does_a_dog_in_heat_bleed\" title=\"How long does a dog in heat bleed?\">How long does a dog in heat bleed?<\/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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_long_does_a_dog_in_heat_last_for\" title=\"How long does a dog in heat last for?\">How long does a dog in heat last for?<\/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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#Is_my_dog_in_pain_while_in_heat\" title=\"Is my dog in pain while in heat?\">Is my dog in pain while in heat?<\/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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_do_I_keep_my_dog_comfortable_while_in_heat\" title=\"How do I keep my dog comfortable while in heat?\">How do I keep my dog comfortable while 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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_can_I_calm_my_dog_when_my_dog_is_in_heat\" title=\"How can I calm my dog when my dog is in heat?\">How can I calm my dog when my dog is 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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_can_I_reduce_my_female_dogs_Heat\" title=\"How can I reduce my female dogs Heat?\">How can I reduce my female dogs Heat?<\/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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_do_you_stop_a_dog_from_bleeding_in_heat\" title=\"How do you stop a dog from bleeding in heat?\">How do you stop a dog from bleeding in heat?<\/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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#Is_it_normal_for_a_dog_in_heat_to_bleed_for_2_weeks\" title=\"Is it normal for a dog in heat to bleed for 2 weeks?\">Is it normal for a dog in heat to bleed for 2 weeks?<\/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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_long_does_dog_bleed_in_heat\" title=\"How long does dog bleed in heat?\">How long does dog bleed in 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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_do_you_know_when_dog_heat_is_over\" title=\"How do you know when dog heat is over?\">How do you know when dog heat is over?<\/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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#What_are_the_stages_of_dogs_in_heat\" title=\"What are the stages of dogs in heat?\">What are the stages of dogs in 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-can-i-help-my-dog-during-her-heat\/#How_long_do_dog_periods_last\" title=\"How long do dog periods last?\">How long do dog periods last?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_dog_during_her_heat\"><\/span>How can I help my dog during her heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are 11 tips and tricks to help you and your dog while she&#8217;s in heat:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use a diaper.<\/li>\n<li>Tire her out.<\/li>\n<li>Change her walking schedule.<\/li>\n<li>Hide her scent.<\/li>\n<li>Give her love and support.<\/li>\n<li>Use calming treats, scents, and sounds.<\/li>\n<li>Use a stress-relief coat.<\/li>\n<li>Distract her.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-help-my-dog-give-birth-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do I help my dog give birth at home?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_dog_in_heat_bleed\"><\/span>How long does a dog in heat bleed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>7 to 10 days<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q1jayEkfjys\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_dog_in_heat_last_for\"><\/span>How long does a dog in heat last for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Estrus is the stage when the dog can become pregnant. Although this can vary with each individual, on average a dog will be in heat for <b>1 to 2 weeks but this can be shorter or longer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_dog_in_pain_while_in_heat\"><\/span>Is my dog in pain while in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, since the female dog heat cycle bears symptoms comparable to a woman&#8217;s menstrual cycle in many ways, it is possible to conclude that <b>during your dog&#8217;s heat cycle she is uncomfortable and maybe even experiences cramping and mild amounts of pain. Any of these issues can lead to vocalizations in our female dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_my_dog_comfortable_while_in_heat\"><\/span>How do I keep my dog comfortable while in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Keeping Your Dog Comfortable While In Heat<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pups tend to get quite snuggly during this time, so set aside some extra slots for lots of cuddles.<\/li>\n<li>Offer a safe, chew resistant toy that she can nudge up against.<\/li>\n<li>Never scold your pup if she happens to make a bloody mess, just calmly reassure her while you clean it up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_calm_my_dog_when_my_dog_is_in_heat\"><\/span>How can I calm my dog when my dog is in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are the 3 things you can do to keep your male dog calm when they&#8217;re sharing a roof with an in-heat female.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Separate the dogs.<\/li>\n<li>Mask the in-heat female&#8217;s scent.<\/li>\n<li>Exercise is good for everyone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_reduce_my_female_dogs_Heat\"><\/span>How can I reduce my female dogs Heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are two methods to prevent estrus, or heat, in a female dog: 1. <b>Surgery &#8211; ovariohysterectomy (spay): Recommended. Ovariohysterectomy, or a spay surgery, involves the surgical removal of the entire female reproductive tract, including the uterus and both ovaries.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1pDfVg-wk_E\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_a_dog_from_bleeding_in_heat\"><\/span>How do you stop a dog from bleeding in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The bleeding can be controlled by <b>investing in some doggy diapers that your dog can wear while she is around the house. If you can, keep her off the furniture, and perhaps leave her in a part of the house that has floors that are easy to clean, rather than carpet or rugs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_a_dog_in_heat_to_bleed_for_2_weeks\"><\/span>Is it normal for a dog in heat to bleed for 2 weeks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Heat usually lasts 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<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/imagesvc.meredithcorp.io\/v3\/mm\/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F47%2F2020%2F07%2F31%2Fgolden-retriever-sad-138965532-2000.jpg\" alt=\"How Long Are Dogs in Heat? | Daily Paws\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_dog_bleed_in_heat\"><\/span>How long does dog bleed 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_do_you_know_when_dog_heat_is_over\"><\/span>How do you know when dog heat is over?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heat usually lasts 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 <b>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_are_the_stages_of_dogs_in_heat\"><\/span>What are the stages of dogs in heat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The canine estrous (reproductive) cycle is made up of 4 different stages. These are <b>proestrus, estrus, diestrus, and anestrus<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_dog_periods_last\"><\/span>How long do dog periods last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>about 2-4 weeks<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I help my dog during her heat?How long does a dog in heat bleed?How long does a dog in heat last for?Is my dog in pain while in heat?How do I keep my dog comfortable while in heat?How can I calm my dog when my dog is in heat?How can&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":194625,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-can-I-help-my-dog-during-her-heat.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/191192"}],"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\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=191192"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/191192\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":194627,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/191192\/revisions\/194627"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/194625"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=191192"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=191192"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=191192"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}