The case of dogs. How is mating dogs

Most owners of purebred dogs sooner or later begin to think about the continuation of the kind of his pet. But is it as simple as it seems? Actually, dog mating is a rather complicated procedure that requires special training and compliance with certain rules. If the desire to knit a pet is not lost, then you need to do everything in stages and as it should.

Basic rules for dog mating

If we talk about dogs "noble" blood, especially those who are on the "free" range , then in this matter there are no difficulties. For the thoroughbred representatives, this process requires the intervention of the owners, starting with the selection of a partner.

The main rules for mating dogs include the following:

You need to know exactly at what age you can knit a dog. The animal already ripens by the year for procreation. Small breed puppies reach sexual maturity earlier than large ones. Experienced breeders do not recommend keeping pet in the first heat , because at this age the dog is not fully developed. If you hurry up and “untie” the pet before the deadline, then he will stop growing and physical development, not reaching the size and exterior for this breed. In addition, early mating can negatively affect not only the physical, but also the mental development of the animal.
Much depends on the selection of a partner. In order to get healthy, full-fledged offspring, you need to find the most suitable mate for your friend. It is necessary to get acquainted in detail with the applicant's pedigree, his health. It is better if the dogs are from one breeder, you can contact the Kennel Club for help.
For mating, it is important that it occur on a suitable day. This question deserves separate consideration. But It is worth noting that not all the days of estrus can be used for breeding dogs.
A prerequisite is the choice of a place to meet partners and mating itself. The most important is that it is the "bride" who comes to visit the "groom". Otherwise, the dog may stagnate and not perform the expected action. At home, he is more liberated and bold. There are also features of training, based on the size of pets and their temperament.
Pet owners should be aware of the intricacies of the process in order to come to the rescue at the right time and not separate the pair until the end of the mating.

These are the main issues for successful mating, but not all.

How to prepare a bitch for mating

In order to navigate and not to miss the time of the second heat, suitable for mating, you need to make a special observation diary during the first one. All information is entered there regarding the time of estrus, its duration and the behavior of the dog during this period. Knowing the time of one estrus, you can approximately calculate the date of the next.

The best time for mating is the period from the 12th to the 15th day from the moment the bitch begins to flow. In addition, there are a number of signs that the bride is ready:

she takes an interest in the opposite sex and flirts appealingly;
in dogs, the “loop” becomes soft and increases in size;
scanty yellowish-pink hue appears;
The female takes a position suitable for mating, and if you touch the base of the tail or the loop, she will take him to the side.

As soon as such signs began to be observed, it means that the ovulation began in the bitch, which lasts about five days. During this period, and have a good time for mating.

But ideally, it is better to plan an event on the second day, so that the probability of receiving a large litter is higher.

Among the features of the estrus period, the following can be noted:

Often, dogs have short-term discharge, or they are transparent and therefore difficult to detect;
there are cases when, during the ovulation period of a bitch, the loop remains in its original state without softening;
Some bitches during the heat period are aggressive towards dogs.

This suggests that each pet develops individually.

The case of dogs will be successful if you correctly calculate the time of fertilization. For these purposes, and need to record the beginning and features of the period when the dog is flowing, otherwise even the most professional veterinarian will not help to calculate the days of ovulation. You should not feed the dog before the mating, but it is better to take a 15-20 minute walk.

How to choose a place for mating

About the place for mating is to take care in advance. In practice, breeders and dog handlers are established in such a way that the binding must necessarily take place in a place familiar to the male. This is done so that the dog does not feel uncertainty and fear and is able to do what is required of him.

If an experienced dog, then it is better to hold meetings in the same place. But if this is impossible and you have to organize a meeting with the female, then this is quite acceptable. The main thing is that the "gentleman" had the opportunity to stay in a new place, sniff around and look around. Usually, after this, the dog calms down and begins to feel, if not at home, then quite peacefully.

Different dog breeds have their own requirements for the place of mating. For pets of small and medium size should prepare a separate room in the house or apartment. Large dogs are better off in a fenced street area. In both cases, the place must meet certain standards:

the territory should not be strangers and other animals, should exclude their sudden appearance;
the place should be spacious and have a non-slip coating to avoid injury to animals and slipping during the cage process.

If the day and place are chosen, then it will only be necessary to introduce the two pets. Male runs on new territory first. 10-15 minutes will be quite enough for him to get comfortable. Then you can release and bitch. In most cases, the male does not immediately mount, but shows some signs of attention and courtship.

How is mating dogs

If the pair is experienced, then most likely, there will be no hitches. But what to do if dogs are inexperienced and do not quite understand what is required of them? In this case, the owners need to show skill and help the couple:

If the bitch is fully prepared and has taken the necessary stand, then for better sliding it is necessary to abundantly spread the loop with a fat hypoallergenic cream or petroleum jelly.
At the same time, the owner must hold the pet by the collar. And you will need another pair of hands to hold the dog under the belly and guide the “loop” to the penis of the dog.
The male tries to make cages, and if everything worked out, he starts to make intense and quick shocks. During this period, it is necessary to monitor the stability of the dog, as during the eruption of the seed he can not stand on his paws and fall. Especially it concerns representatives of small breeds.
There are situations when the organs of dogs do not quite fit each other. Help is needed during the whole mating process. It will be better if a knowledgeable person is present - a dog handler, veterinarian or breeder. Sometimes you need to raise the pelvis of a bitch, or, conversely, to provide the dog with a stand, and hold the dogs, pressing them together. Again, most often this happens with small dogs.
After the completion of sexual intercourse, the “bridegroom” descends on the “bride”. Normally, she starts to snap and tries to bite him. During the movement of the male, the genitals of the dogs enter into a state of gluing, or otherwise, a “lock”. This is due to the physiological characteristics that are responsible for the exclusion of premature ejaculation. If the dogs are in a similar position, then after the end of the act, you must wait 3-4 minutes and move the paws of the male dog so that the pets turn out to be tails to each other. It is strictly forbidden to separate animals, at this point you need to try to calm them down. The lock can open at any time - in 15 minutes and in an hour.

After the mating is done in the near future we can expect the first signs of pregnancy . However, it is important to understand that everything does not always work the first time.