Caring for a dog in heat is not as difficult as you might think. The most important thing is to follow these four key tips:
Regularly Change Sanitary Pants to Maintain Cleanliness
If you plan to use sanitary pants for your dog, do not let her wear them all day just to avoid making a mess at home. It is essential to change them regularly and remove them when she sleeps at night. In fact, during the first week of her heat cycle, your dog will have a small amount of red discharge, which usually comes out drop by drop. Most of the time, she will clean herself by licking. I have also bought various types of sanitary pants for my dog and even made some using masks. However, every time she wore them, it felt like a “tight-fitting curse” (a reference to the “Tight-Fitting Curse” from Chinese mythology). She walked unnaturally and had trouble using the bathroom. Moreover, they still needed to be changed regularly. Therefore, I now choose not to use sanitary pants during her heat cycle. Instead, I clean the house more frequently and promptly replace items like sofa cushions and dog beds once her heat cycle ends.
Use a Leash to Prevent Contact with Male Dogs
If you, like me, do not plan to sterilize your dog but also do not want her to breed, it is crucial to keep her on a leash when going outside. During her heat cycle, the special scent she emits will attract male dogs, and she may also actively seek out male dogs regardless of their breed. Therefore, when a male dog approaches, you must stay alert and, if necessary, carry her away immediately.
Avoid Bathing to Prevent Infection
Do not bathe your dog during her heat cycle. The special areas may become congested and swollen, making her more susceptible to infections. Therefore, it is best to avoid bathing her. Instead, you can use wet wipes to clean her at home and regularly brush her fur with a pin brush to keep her clean.
Provide a Companion Toy to Alleviate Anxiety
During this period, your dog may exhibit some unusual behaviors. Therefore, it is a good idea to provide her with a companion toy to prevent her from damaging household items like cushions.
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Comments(2)
I found your tip on avoiding sanitary pants very insightful. What’s your best strategy for managing the cleaning instead?
@CriticX：We’re glad you found the tip helpful! As the article mentions, the author’s strategy involves cleaning the house more frequently and promptly replacing soiled items like sofa cushions and dog beds once the heat cycle ends. This active cleaning approach is key.