How Do I Know When My Dogs Estrus Cycle Ends?

After the bleeding phase of a dog’s heat cycle concludes, it’s important to note that, on average, the dog may continue to exhibit signs of being in heat for an additional week. However, it’s crucial to keep in mind that these are generalized estimates, and individual dogs can vary in their responses. In some cases, a dog may undergo a “silent heat” cycle, during which she doesn’t display obvious external signs of being in estrus, but she is still going through this reproductive phase. It’s essential to be attentive to your dog’s behavior and consult with a veterinarian for more precise information regarding her specific situation. This information was last updated on May 9, 2016.

Do dogs go through menopause like humans do, and when do they stop having periods? Unlike humans, dogs do not experience menopause. Female dogs that have not been spayed will continue to have heat cycles, during which they may bleed once or twice a year, throughout their lives unless they become pregnant or are spayed. It’s important to note that as an unspayed female dog gets older, her risk of developing a condition called pyometra after a heat cycle increases. Pyometra is a potentially serious uterine infection that can occur in older unspayed female dogs.