Estrus in a Labrador is a crucial period, regardless of whether you want offspring or not. These days the dog becomes especially sensitive and needs a lot of care and attention. A good owner must prepare for this in advance and know how to behave in a given situation.
Based on some signs, you can determine in advance the approach of menstruation, understand when it is better to breed, and so on. The pet will need to be fed well, given love and affection, supported and encouraged, then everything will go well.
Signs of heat in Labradors
In a healthy Labrador dog, the first heat occurs between the ages of 7 and 10 months. In the world of dog lovers, she is called a “empty dog”. Competent and experienced owners know that shedding and the next few heats, although they are entirely natural physiological processes, should not be allowed near the female dog during them.
The fact is that the body of young “girls” who are still considered puppies is not strong enough to bear and subsequently feed puppies. It will be best if the Labrador gets pregnant for the first time after she is one year old.
The main signs of the onset of estrus include:
- the presence of stains and stains on the litter;
- mood changes;
- shedding that began out of season;
- swelling of the external genitalia;
- loss of appetite.
It is impossible to predict exactly how a Labrador in heat will behave. It all depends on the individual temperament and mood of the animal. Usually, during walks, the female becomes disobedient and tries to break free and run away. Marks for males are left every 7-10 meters.
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Duration of estrus in Labradors
Estrus repeats once every 6-8 months. This physiological process is usually divided into several phases:
- The first lasts from 1 to 9 days.
- The second is given a little less than a week. During this period, the female is ready for mating, which is confirmed by special behavior when she sees males - a special stance.
- The final, third stage lasts no longer than 3 days. During this process, the female begins to lose interest in males and sometimes behaves aggressively with them.
Important! If fertilization does not take place, the dog’s hormonal levels gradually return to normal and life returns to normal.
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How to care for a dog during heat
Although Labradors are recognized as one of the cleanest breeds, the owner of a female in the active phase needs to pay special attention to the pet. Experienced dog handlers advise:
- Train your dog in advance to the “place” command. Unquestioningly following the owner’s orders will help protect furniture and carpets from dry cleaning. A well-trained female will constantly stay on her bed and only dirty it. The owner is only required to replace the dirty diaper with a fresh one every day.
- Buy special diapers. They will be useful for those females who are simply impossible to keep in one place. In addition, diapers help protect the dog from the penetration of bacteria and infectious agents into the body, which provoke the development of various diseases.
- Keep a close eye on your dog while walking. You shouldn’t let the “girl” off the leash if you don’t want to give away cute mixed-breed puppies later.
- Avoid visiting exhibitions. The behavior of a female during estrus can be unpredictable. In addition, males react to such a “bride” at any time and place. In order not to create conflict or even dangerous situations, it is better to avoid visiting places where dogs gather for several weeks.
- Purchase special medications. You can ask the veterinarian to prescribe the female tablets or drops intended to normalize her condition and behavior during the period of estrus.
Whether or not to breed a Labrador during estrus is up to each owner to decide for himself. The main thing to remember is that the birth of good offspring directly depends on how thoroughbred and healthy both parents are.
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How does it manifest itself and what to do?
During menstruation, females become very nervous, they are active and restless. They need a lot of warmth and attention. In the second half, it is best not to go for walks, because males can smell pheromones from afar. You can understand that heat is approaching by the following signs:
- frequent urge to urinate,
- swelling of the loop, bloody discharge,
- excessive attention from males,
- sudden mood swings.
Try not to scold your pet at this time, forgive her mood swings, disobedience - now she is controlled by hormones, not the brain. It’s better to pamper her with something tasty - special cookies, for example. And, of course, come up to her more often, pet her, talk in a calm voice and scratch her behind the ear.
At this time, there is no need to participate in exhibitions and competitions; strange behavior and specific discharge can be unpleasant and can confuse viewers. In addition, swimming in open water is prohibited - in a lake or river it is easy to catch an infection, which will then require a long treatment. Genitourinary diseases are dangerous for subsequent infertility, and are simply difficult to tolerate. Carefully monitor the animal’s hygiene; it should not sit on dusty and dirty surfaces; it is better to bathe it after a walk; it is advisable to put panties on it at home.
If you notice that your cycle has changed, the discharge has changed color or become excessive, it is best to contact your veterinarian. The same must be done if estrus does not occur for a long time.
It is extremely undesirable to use pills and drugs for fertilization; this leads to hormonal imbalances and even the development of cancerous tumors.
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