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Originally Posted by shibes219  Hi All,
I had an appointment to get Bijou spayed on Jan 6th after the holidays (at about 6 months 3 weeks) and she unfortunately went into heat (or at least started bleeding) about 3 days before that. I'm from the states but living in Switzerland for two years and dealing with this over here with VERY elementary French has been amusing. So far, I haven't found anyone with diaper things in stock so for now we've just confined her to a few rooms and covered things.
If anyone has any advice on getting through the first heat though I would appreciate it. In addition to drops of blood covering everything, I've definitely noticed a behavior change - I think I've maybe heard her bark like three times ever until this past week, but now she seems to be barking at a ton of little things, especially other dogs. She also, understandably so I guess, doesn't fully seem like herself. I've read a decent amount online but always good to hear from people who have gone through it.
Also - how soon after the heat cycle is over can I re-schedule the spay? The vet said at least a month but again dealing with language translation issues so hoping for second opinions if anyone else out there waited until after first heat or had something happen like this.
Thanks and stay warm if you're in the Midwest - I'm originally from WI so feel your pain! |
It usually best to wait at least 6 weeks after the heat cycle is over to have the spay. This way you know that all the blood vessels that were swollen have gone back to normal.
As for the barking this can happen. Just make sure she is not around any unaltered dog's. Also make sure there no way she can possibly get outside.