Having two male or two female dogs of the same breed or breed mix is a common occurrence, but it may lead to unwanted behavior like mating. If you have two dogs of opposite genders, you may also find they are mating. This is a natural canine behavior, but it can cause problems, such as accidental pregnancies or other unwanted outcomes. In this blog post, we will provide practical tips to help you stop your dogs from mating. We’ll look at why they may be mating, what the risks are, and how you can make sure mating doesn’t happen. From controlling access to the dogs to using deterrents, there are several ways you can make sure your dogs don’t mate. Whether you need to stop two of your own dogs from mating, or you’re trying to keep two male or two female dogs from mating, this blog post will provide you with the information you need.
Managing Intact Male and Female Dogs During Estrus
A diaper will stop your dog from constantly licking itself, which many female dogs do when they’re in heat. Additionally, it keeps the air in your home, your furniture, and the surrounding area fresher. Most importantly, it blocks successful contact. Dog diapers, however, are not an effective method of canine contraception because a male dog can easily get around the diaper.
Numerous DIY videos showing the steps to make dog diapers at home are readily available online. These dog diapers can also be purchased online. I suggest making or purchasing dog diapers with elastic on the leg sides if you decide to make one or buy one already made. They not only keep the diaper in place, but also make it difficult for a male dog to move or push it to the side. A diaper that resembles pajamas or shorts is excellent because a male dog cannot get around it other than by ripping the fabric. One of the videos I found particularly useful for making your own dog wraps is the one below.
Tip
Use a washable diaper or wrap for the female.
I turned our old shorts and boxers into diapers and wraps. I also wrap cotton pads in gauze for Percis. It helps to absorb female discharge during this season.
Meegnus wrap is similar to this.
Half-body wraps cover the male genitals and thus prevent contact. When your dog has this on him, you can let him mount without worrying about potential contact.
Allow both dogs to wear wraps at once for mental comfort.
How to Stop Male Dogs From Smelling a Female in Heat
All the healthy male dogs in the neighborhood will probably be the first to know when your female dog is in heat. Finding love in the canine world does not require signing up for a service like eHarmony or browsing through love-related classified ads. The news simply travels several miles through the air until it reaches the male dogs’ noses, where it transforms them from calm, relaxed dogs into hyper dogs trying to flee.
As a result, owners of male dogs may wonder how to calm a male dog when a female dog is in heat, while owners of female dogs may wonder how to keep male dogs away from a female dog in heat.
Female dog owners should anticipate having admirers gather on the porch as they wait impatiently for the princess to emerge from the house. Owners who reside in a rural area where there aren’t any farm dogs might even spot some coyotes lurking nearby. In addition, despite the fact that female dogs may seem secure and contained in a yard, there have been instances in which canines have been able to breed even through chain link fences!
Male dog owners may be worried about their dogs’ strong desire to get out of the yard, unwillingness to eat, and inability to focus on anything besides the scent. Male dog owners are frequently held accountable for appearing in the yard and attempting to approach a female dog that is in heat. But if there were no female dogs in heat, the male dogs would not be present.
Use Chlorophyll
According to some reports, chlorophyll may help conceal the odor of heat. There are generally two forms: tablet or liquid. Health food stores carry the liquid form in 100 mg. Usually, pouring one tablespoon onto the female dog’s food in the morning and one in the evening will work. It should be administered on the first day of heat for best results. Ask your vet about this and for exact dosing instructions.
Chlorophyll will only partially mask the smell, so male dogs may still be attracted to each other. Also, expect odd green stools after administering chlorophyll.
Knowing that there is only anecdotal evidence supporting the effectiveness of chlorophyll, it is up to you to decide whether or not to give your dog chlorophyll supplements.
FAQ
How do I stop my dog from mating in heat?
Keep Your Dogs Apart to Prevent Mating This can be accomplished by separating them into rooms where they cannot see each other, tying them apart, keeping the female dog in a pen, or leaving the female dog in a cool, secure, and outdoor enclosure.
How long will a male dog be attracted to a female in heat?
Dogs typically go into heat twice a year or every six months, though this frequency varies depending on the breed and individual dogs. Each estrus period lasts about 18 days. For the entire 18 days, male dogs will be drawn to a female dog, but the female dog will only be open to males for about half of that time.
Can you break up dogs mating?
When dogs are tangled in a copulatory tie during mating, you might be tempted to try to break them apart. But wait, pulling apart dogs can cause them serious harm, and doing so won’t prevent a pregnancy from happening. Instead, encourage your dog to remain calm.