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keanmu

Czech Republic

MH
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02/18/2010 10:40 AM
Baira is in heat at the moment. She has been bleeding for 11 days now but today I have seen very little blood. I know she's not done yet but how long after the bleeding has definately stopped is she "safe" to be around boys.

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MH
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02/18/2010 3:28 PM
Here is a pretty good break down of what to expect: Proestrus (lasts 9-10 days on average) This is the stage preceding oestrus, when there are high levels of estrogen in the bloodstream. The bitch may begin to be attractive to male dogs, but will show little interest or even aggression toward males. The vulva may appear swollen and red, with a slight bloody discharge from the vulva – this is normal. Other signs that she is going into heat are restlessness, roaming, frequent urination, and licking her back end. Estrus (lasts 5-9 days on average) This is the period of the reproductive cycle when the female ovulates, and when she will accept male dogs for breeding. The female will crouch and elevate her hindquarters toward the male, with her tail moved to one side. The discharge from the vulva usually becomes a clear or straw-coloured mucus, and the vulva will appear more flaccid. The female dog may roam in order to find a mate, so it is important to keep her locked up. Diestrus (last 9 weeks on average) When the bitch enters this phase, she becomes unattractive to males. Dogs that do not become pregnant will have very high levels of progesterone circulating in the blood for 2-3 months. Dogs in diestrus can show signs of pseudopregnancy, or develop womb infections (pyometra). Anestrus (last 3-4 months on average) During anestrus, the levels of sex hormones in the dog’s bloodstream are at their lowest. This is a period of sexual inactivity for the dog.

Bev Quarles, the Pointer Sisters (Belle and Halo), the Outlaw GSP (Johnny Ringo) and the little Princess (Fauna) Yellow Rose GSPs "A dog has the soul of a philosopher." - Plato

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MH
Posts:224

02/20/2010 6:41 AM
Great info, Bev... Would you believe that I've had 7 dogs and never a female?

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MH
Posts:183

02/20/2010 10:02 AM
"Proestrus (lasts 9-10 days on average)" Unless your my girl who lasted about six weeks! That was fun.

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