How to take care of your dog during menstruation
Recently, the topic of pet care has been hot on social media, especially the care of dogs during their menstrual period, which has triggered widespread discussion. The following is structured data and analysis related to dog menstrual care in hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to help owners scientifically cope with this special period.
1. Basic data of dog menstrual cycle

| Project | data |
|---|---|
| first estrus time | 6-12 months old (earlier for small and medium-sized dogs) |
| duration | 2-4 weeks (average 21 days) |
| bleeding stage | Days 1-10 (large quantity period) |
| Estrus frequency | 1-2 times a year |
2. List of essential care supplies
| Supplies Type | Function description | Popular brands |
|---|---|---|
| menstrual pants | Leak-proof and lick-proof | PETSHY, crazy puppy |
| pet changing pad | absorb secretions | Good luck, Kitty Yoyo |
| cleaning wipes | Gentle cleansing of the vulva | LORDE Lidou, Xiaopei |
| nutritional supplements | Enrich blood and enhance physical fitness | Red dog nutritional cream, health |
3. Daily care process suggestions
1.cleaning work: Clean the vulva 2-3 times a day with warm water or special wet wipes and keep it dry. Be gentle and avoid using human lotions.
2.environmental management: Lay waterproof mats in areas where dogs often stay, and it is recommended to use washable pet sheets (sales on e-commerce platforms increased by 45% in the past 7 days).
3.diet modification: Increase iron-containing foods (such as chicken liver, beef), and drink 20% more water per day than usual. Recent hot searches show that 87% of veterinarians recommend supplementing with multivitamins.
4.motion control: Avoid strenuous exercise and wear a traction rope when going out. Data show that the missing rate during estrus is three times higher than usual.
4. Key points of health monitoring
| Abnormal symptoms | Possible reasons | Handling suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| Bleeding for more than 30 days | Pyometra/Endocrine Disorders | seek medical attention immediately |
| refuse to eat | stress response/infection | If you haven’t eaten for 24 hours, you need to be checked |
| Foul-smelling discharge | bacterial infection | Sampling and sending for inspection |
| frequent licking | itching/pain | Wearing an Elizabethan Circle |
5. Recent hot questions and answers
1.Can human sanitary napkins be used?Experts remind: Human products have poor breathability and may cause dermatitis. Searches for pet menstrual pants increased by 200% this week.
2.Do you need to wear menstrual pants to sleep?It is recommended to wear it at night, but check whether it needs to be replaced every 4 hours to prevent stuffiness.
3.Best time for sterilization: 2-3 months after the first estrus (surgery during estrus needs to be avoided), related consultation volume increased by 70% in pet hospitals.
6. Summary of matters needing attention
• Avoid bathing (3 cases of infection caused by bathing have been reported in the past 3 days)
• Reduce contact with other male dogs (the incidence of aggressive behavior during estrus increases by 40%)
• Record the start and end time of bleeding (91% of professional kennels will establish physiological files)
• Keep warm (it is recommended that the air conditioner temperature be kept above 26°C)
Through scientific care, dogs can be helped to go through their menstrual period smoothly. If any abnormality occurs, it is recommended to contact a professional veterinarian in time. Recent pet hospital data shows that correct care can reduce the incidence of reproductive system diseases by 65%.
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