How do I help my dog feel better when she's in heat?
Marquise Howe
2025-07-31 20:24:24
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It’s important to help them feel safe and comfortable through it.
Some ways of caring for your dog during their heat cycle:
allow them as much rest as they need
comfort them if they seek comfort
keep them on the lead and away from unneutered male dogs.
This will prevent any unwanted pregnancies
stick to their routine.
A change of routine, e.g. locking them in the kitchen so they don’t bleed on the carpet, can cause distress
if you are restricting certain areas of the house, introduce this in advance so it’s not new to your pup
monitor their behaviour, this will help you prepare for future heat cycles.
Stanley Hessel
2025-07-31 20:05:55
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Comfort a dog in heat by giving your dog a little extra attention during her heat cycle. Make sure she continues to eat but don’t force her to eat more than she wants. Let her sleep if she needs it and keep noisy distractions to a minimum. You can help support her by making sure that her bedding is always clean. Consider laying an absorbent pad (like a pee pad) on top of her bedding to absorb discharge from her vulva. Dogs who experience moderate to heavy discharge may benefit from wearing a sanitary diaper until the amount of discharge begins to decrease. Since her outdoor activities will likely be curtailed during her heat cycle to prevent mating, she will need additional indoor activities to keep her occupied. Consider getting her an interactive puzzle toy to provide her with both mental stimulation and physical activity. Play indoor games of fetch or hide training treats inside boxes or blocks that she can search for and find.
Harmon Robel
2025-07-31 19:21:20
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Use dog diapers to keep messes to a minimum and ensure that you choose the correct size for your dog to avoid discomfort. Be conscious of her behaviour changes and give her attention or space accordingly. Ensure she has her own food bowl, water bowl and bedding in a quiet space. With the right attention and being well-equipped, your dog's heat cycle can be easy to manage. Arrange for an appointment with your local Vets4Pets if you notice your dog's heat cycle is irregular, if there is excessive bleeding or discharge, if you think your dog might be pregnant or if her behaviour becomes abnormal. If you plan to spay your dog, wait one month after her heat cycle ends.