Oestrus in female dogs, which could also be defined as the period in which they are sexually receptive, is mainly caused by certain hormonal levels that manifest themselves in the pet both physically and psychologically.
Although it is a completely natural and physiological process, the truth is that it is important to distinguish those symptoms that are normal from those others that may indicate a disorder or trigger a serious situation if they are not treated properly. weather.
A female dog in heat usually has behavioral changes but they can be very diverse, and just as some female dogs show aggression during this period, others on the other hand are much more affectionate and playful. In this AnimalWised article we offer you various tips for a sad female dog in heat
Why can a bitch in heat be sad?
The sexual cycle of bitches involves different phases and generally when we talk about heat we refer to that phase dominated by estrogens and progesteroneand that ends up causing ovulation, which is why the bitch is sexually receptive.
However, these hormones are not only responsible for the physical changes that lead to ovulation, but they are also capable of changing the behavior of our pet, being able to experience behaviors that we do not normally observe. A female dog in heat who is sad is likely to show the following symptoms:
- You sleep a lot more than usual
- She seems very tired and apathetic
- Stops playing and spends much of her time lying down
- Experience a severe loss of appetite
These symptoms are normal in some bitches when they show their heat, however, as we mentioned initially, on other occasions the fatigue becomes hyperactivity or aggressiveness.
How to improve our dog's mood?
You should know that it is practically impossible for your dog to behave as if nothing were affecting her body, however, it is true that you can minimize the unpleasant symptoms that can accompany the heat. But how to achieve it? The following tips will be very useful for you:
- Offer him food that is more nutritious and smelly to encourage him to continue to have a good appetite, you can also try homemade food.
- Try to make her participate in various games at home.
- Spend as much time as possible with your dog, she'll appreciate it if you can give her more attention and more affection.
- Don't forget to invite her to go for a daily walk, although it is also recommended that you reduce the time spent on each walk.
When is it necessary to go to the vet?
Sadness can be normal in a bitch when she is experiencing her heat, however, sometimes this symptom can be indicative of a more serious disorder that needs professional attention
The symptoms that are not normal during heat are as follows:
- The dog never gets out of bed
- she Has completely lost her appetite
- Her stools look strange
- she has entered a state of torpor
- Her vaginal discharge is greenish in color
If any of these symptoms appear, it is important to go to the vet as soon as possible.
