Thanks for the replies. No, we have decided not to breed her now. She gets colitis and I am concerned that it may be passed on to her pups. Also, she has had a difficult life before we got her and, as a result, she is very highly strung and nervous. I don't know for sure, but perhaps this would get passed on to her pups. We are trying to find a vet who does laser surgery to do her spay. I am also having to save up for this, as it will be more expensive. Laser surgery on animals seems to be a very recent technique here in the UK, as I am struggling to find a vet that is experienced in laser surgery, in my area. We may have to take her to another county in England to get it done.
Anyway, I just thought I would ask about the cramps when in heat, as she is definitely uncomfortable and I really don't know what I can do to help her. I can't bear her having any pain. This morning she fell and bumped her head really hard and was crying. It gave us such a fright. She just jumps without thinking and then hurts herself. We are unable to prevent her falling, as she is so quick. We would have to confine her which, obviously, we cannot do. Just have to hope that she eventually learns to be more careful. She seems fine now and I cannot find any bumps or swellings.
Thanks again.
Luv
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