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Answer by Tanisha
Submitted on 4/10/2004
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This is hard to determine. Dog "periods" are referred to as "being in heat" and while they are in heat is the only time they will allow breeding. Dogs go into heat about twice a year and it can last from several days to about a month depending on the dog. There are basically two stages. The first is "going into heat" which is when the dog is displaying signs of heat but won't breed yet. This can last from 1-21 days. The second is "in heat" which is the stage the dog allows breeding. It can last from 1-17 days. The average for both stages is 9 days. The good news to all this confusion is that, just like with humans, there is a pattern. If she is in heat for two weeks this time, it will be the same next time so count the days to make it easier for you in the future. One thing I should warn you though. When dogs are in heat they are desperate to be bred and can get depressed if they are not bred. Since she will be miserable if she is not bred and the result of breeding may result in death (because Chi's often have serious complications in labor) it would be easier for you and your dog both if you spray her. If you have other questions you can contact me at stanishas@aol.com. Bye! Tanisha

Answer by foxycleopatra
Submitted on 4/11/2005
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Hello, I have a question for any breeder who can help. I have a 11 month old female chihuahua - 2 lbs. 11oz. I always thought it would be too dangerous to breed her, being so small - even with a smaller male. Anyway, I work at a doggie boutique and had brought her to work with me because she is in heat for the first time and my males are trying to get her booty. Well, a customer came in and was asking if I had thought about breeding her, and I said no because I thought it would be too dangerous. She told me she was a breeder herself for 15 years and that it would be possible to breed her, but she would need to have a c-section scheduled just before the expected due date. Is this common, and how dangerous is it? Thanks.

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Question by Dani
Submitted on 4/5/2004
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My female chihuahua is on her period, how long will this go on?

Answer by Rob
Submitted on 4/21/2004
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"it would be easier for you and your dog both if you spray her." What do you suggest spraying her with? :)

Answer by Carrie
Submitted on 6/1/2004
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I talked to my vet and have a little to add to this answer.... The ammount of time spent actively bleeding can last from 3-5 days to 2 weeks. Typically speaking, the time is shorter for smaller younger dogs.

Answer by Jaime
Submitted on 11/22/2004
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Is 8 months too young to go into heat? Why does everyone say it is such a risk to breed chihuahuas? I was thinking about breeding my angel after her 3rd heat but now I'm a little unsure I would kill myself if she died giving birth

Answer by Tiffini
Submitted on 3/26/2005
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I just recently recieved a chi from my grandmother that died. The only thing that she will eat is viena sausages. I tried mixing it with dog food but she just moves the dog food out of the way. What would someone suggest??? Thanks :)

Answer by rocky
Submitted on 3/29/2005
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my little chiquitita is currently in heat. Her female part has almost tripled in size. she has been bleeding for 5 days now, but i can see that it is getting less. Wont she get fat if i spay her?

Answer by Mary
Submitted on 5/28/2005
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My female chihuahua is in heat for the second time but she won't mate

Answer by Stacy
Submitted on 7/12/2005
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Carrie.... I have a 10 year old dog that has been bleeding for 12 days. Is that normal? She's a large dog.

Answer by amy paic
Submitted on 8/17/2005
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my chi is in heat but she wont breed she did let a male hump her for one day and the next day she wouldent let him touch her what should i do

Answer by none
Submitted on 9/8/2005
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"it would be easier for you and your dog both if you spray her." What do you suggest spraying her with? :) I think what she meant SPAYING her, so she stops bleeding. =) My 1 year old Cocker spaniel had her period for about 2 weeks.

Answer by zimasue
Submitted on 9/14/2005
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do their breasts enlarge while in heat???

Answer by ashesmom
Submitted on 10/19/2005
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I have a teacup chihuahua and she was in heat for 3 weeks, and we did not breed her this time and she was a little down. but we are going to breed her, but the vet suggested to wait for her 2nd heat. So what we did is just gave her a little more attention than normal (as if she doesn't get enough already) and she was just fine. She is a priss and she is a no hair/long hair gray chihuahua! Her name is Ashe short for Ashley~

Answer by cody marvin
Submitted on 10/28/2005
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my female red husky is having her period what should I do?

Answer by Draegn
Submitted on 11/12/2005
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it would be easier for you and your dog both if you spray her. Should I use a common garden hose, or is there a specialty item I can buy?

Answer by versace
Submitted on 12/20/2005
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its spayed not sprayed

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Answer by fireangel
Submitted on 1/15/2006
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that was funny, really, made me laugh for the day

Answer by dichihuahua
Submitted on 1/16/2006
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from my experience,with my females they bleed for about 1 week or 2.

Answer by Nicole
Submitted on 2/19/2006
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OMG my chawawa is on her period too do they have dog tampons or something what should I do I dont want to "spray or spay" her

Answer by sprockette
Submitted on 4/26/2006
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I was wondering my friend has a small dog and the vet sayed that her dog was to small and would not have there period has this happend to anyone else ?

Answer by sprockette
Submitted on 4/30/2006
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before a dog has there period does some white stuff come out ??? or is that and infection

Answer by devilstrip
Submitted on 5/16/2006
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Well, I sprayed her with the garden hose and now she's really depressed (and wet).

Answer by nicci
Submitted on 7/5/2006
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I have a chihuahua also. She's 2 years old. She actually on her period right now and I was wondering how long it would last and what exactly could I do to help her out. I won't allow her to get depressed because she gets too much attention from me. She's been on her period before and she's handled it very well. I do find it interesting that you think a chihuahua is hard to breed and if I don't breed her, she could get depressed. Do you have anymore info on that? If so, please let me know. Thanks!

Answer by Sonny
Submitted on 7/7/2006
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What are the signs of a dog having heat?

Answer by miaspapa
Submitted on 7/11/2006
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I have a 9 month old female chihuahua and she currently has swollen genitals. Is this apart of her being in heat? Is there anything I should do for her?

Answer by thoughtfull98
Submitted on 8/29/2006
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I have a 10 month old long haired chi shes about 3 lbs shes gone into heat and her nipples are all swollen like if she were going to nurse BUT I havent bred her-is this normal

Answer by Narkeasha
Submitted on 10/14/2006
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Hi, My chihuahua is 8 months old. When will she get her first period. Do i make her wear diapers or what? This is my 1st dog so i have no idea.

Answer by chihuahuasmomstalked
Submitted on 12/2/2006
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my baby wont eat.I didnt know they got depressed as well

Answer by cotton318
Submitted on 1/25/2007
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what is the age that they quit going into heat

Answer by Katrina
Submitted on 2/11/2007
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Obviously, she meant "spay" lol

Answer by karen
Submitted on 2/18/2007
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this is a question... not an answer our chihuahua started her period for the first time in the beginning of February nd has all the symptoms of being in heat. when do you suggest taking her in to get her spayed???

Answer by Maxie
Submitted on 4/7/2007
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At what age does chihuahua's go into heat?

Answer by
Submitted on 5/1/2007
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thanks for the info because my baby chi is in heat for her first time and she is still bleeding ALOT!! It has been about 7 days. I was starting to get concerned! I think we are entering a new stage though because the whining has started and she is very swollen in her "privates".

Answer by Sev
Submitted on 5/2/2007
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Spray means the vet does an operation that takes out her womb so she can't have puppies!!!

Answer by chuna
Submitted on 6/1/2007
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sniff your chihuahua's anus to determine the proper time to let your dog smash

Answer by honey
Submitted on 7/19/2007
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what should we do to have her clean ,while she's in her period because she's a indoor dog