When your female pup gives birth, she may growl, bark or lunge at new faces in your home. She may even direct this more aggressive behavior towards you! Although this may be unsettling, it’s just her hormones doing what nature intended.
In this article, I will discuss how both female and male dogs’ behavior can change after mating. I will explain things you can do to take care of your dog after mating.
Male dogs, on the other hand, may experience fewer changes after being mated. Behaviorally, a male dog may become harder to wrangle than usual and seem a little wilder than in his pre-mating state.
While there are some obvious variations, a lot of the same after-mating care can be applied to male dogs as well. Food, water, rest, a good bath, and a walk can help your pup regain his stamina and energy back.
The time is finally here; you’re ready to mate your dog. You’ve read the books and scrolled through endless educational blogs online. You finally feel prepared to take the whole process headfirst.
As a responsible breeder, you wouldn’t breed your dog if he was sick! Any dog that you consider using for breeding must have a full physical exam. They must be fit, fully vaccinated, and totally free of parasites before breeding. You must also order health tests that correspond with your dog’s breed. But how exactly does sickness affect your stud’s ability to breed?
Can male dogs become infertile? What happens if they lack experience? What sicknesses can cause problems with fertility? Does the personality of a stud dog change after they mate? These are all questions that beginner breeders might have! To find out more, read on with us.
Every dog is different and their temperament after being bred may or may not slightly change. Some studs become more aware of female dogs after mating. In some cases, a stud may become more aggressive around other male dogs. You might notice more territorial behaviors like extra scent marking, too. However, not all dogs undergo these changes! In fact, many dogs remain calm and stay their usual selves after mating. It ultimately depends on your individual dog and their temperament. You know your dog best, so be sure to check in with your vet if your dog’s behavior is concerning. Other elements like psychological trauma or injury after an unsuccessful mating could be to blame for behavioral changes.
Have any more questions about common male dog breeding problems? Feel free to refer to our Frequently Asked Questions for more information! If in doubt about your stud’s health, always ask your vet for advice.
If your vet suspects acute prostatitis, they will take some prostatic material to examine as well as urine. Often, the prostatic material and the urine show the same organisms. Where prostatitis is chronic, there may be no obvious symptoms other than a recurrent UTI. Your vet will take the third fraction of your dog’s ejaculate for testing, as well as prostatic fluid and urine samples. In both cases, your vet will prescribe antibiotics to your dog. Any prostatic abscesses that form because of the infection will also need draining by your vet.
Does Dog Size Make a Difference in Mating?
Another common misconception is that dogs of vastly different sizes cannot mate and that a tie must occur for impregnation. While it obviously is much harder for a mating to take place between, say, a Chihuahua and a German Shepherd Dog, it can still happen. The size difference doesnt matter as long as the female is willing to accommodate the male dog, and fertilization is possible without an actual tie.
How do Dogs Mate and Why do Dogs Get Stuck After Mating
Individuals new to dog breeding may be unfamiliar with some of the behaviors that occur during these times. It can be fairly unsettling to an individual to witness their wonderful pet seem like theyre in pain during mating. If you’re an owner that’s just getting into the breeding industry, the whole series of events can truly be overwhelming. And while whining during dog mating can be a very common thing, it is something to keep aware of to ensure your dogs health. So, what do all these strange noises mean in regards to your dog’s happiness? Should you be concerned for your canine’s well-being?
When a female dog goes into heat, its called “estrus.” When this occurs, youll notice the female will begin sniffing male dogs. You might also see her “presenting.” What this means is that the female canine will turn around and present her rear quarters, while pointing her tail to one side. This is specifically designed to get the males attention. Other behaviors meant for this are things like the female laying her head on the back of a male dog while pawing at him. She may even try mounting the male dog as a way to bring attention to her condition. The next step with having a female dog in heat is what happens when she encounters what professionals refer to as a “sexually intact” male canine. At first meeting, youll likely notice the male dog slowly approaching. He may sniff and lick her as a way to gauge her reactions and receptiveness. If turned down, the male will often back off and try again another time.
Hardly ever will you see a male dog fight with a female regarding the ability to mate. When the female dog is prepared, she will do as stated above, point her tail and present her hindquarters to the male dog. After this happens, a very interesting third step occurs after the male dog has begun his attempts at mounting the female. What happens is commonly referred to as “the tie.” When a male dogs penis enters a female dogs vagina, the front facing bulb on the males penis enlarges rather dramatically. Once the male is fully engorged, the dogs are essentially “tied” together until copulation is complete. At this point, you will see the male dog turn around until the dogs are standing back to back. This final phase of dog mating can last up to 60 minutes, during which time the dog ejaculates many times.
In perfect situations, all of this occurs without any pain or discomfort for your female dog. However sometimes there can be variances in mating tendencies, and this can have a direct impact on how your dog behaves. She might try to pull away from the male during the tie. This can result in fairly severe injuries to the male dog, sometimes even necessitating surgery. Additionally, the barking, howling, or other negative behaviors that your female might show can truly traumatize a male dog.
Sometimes, it can be so severe that they more or less become celibate, and unable to mate again. Because of this, a lot of professional dog breeders will keep the two animals on their lap while theyre tied together. While this may seem like a strange thing to do during this “sensitive” period for your dogs, they depend on their humans for support regardless of why or when. When the male dog has finished with his ejaculation, the swelling in the bulb of his penis will eventually begin to lessen. During this time, you may notice one or both dogs cleaning themselves, which usually is a sign of general comfort after copulation. Take care to make sure that the dogs don’t start licking their sensitive areas compulsively post-mating, as this can actually end up injuring them.
So, what other motivators could be making your female dog cry during breeding? One possibility lies in the state of their reproductive health. Due to less than great breeding techniques over generations, some female dogs are very prone to tumors. If left unchecked, these can become quite large and painful. Naturally, when tumors occur in the areas of sexual reproduction, pain and discomfort will typically happen. Getting normal veterinarian checkups is crucial to avoiding this type of situation. More often than not, a female dog showing negative reactions to breeding happens if they have never experienced it before. While dogs contain powerful instincts, they can still be put off by new situations. Helping them feel safe is a great way to help them overcome these fears and flourish.
Breeding can be a confusing time for both owners and dogs alike. Make sure that you help your dog feel comfortable in new spaces and do your homework when it comes to new situations. If you do things right, you will have a litter of puppies as your reward. Nothing like a house full of playmates.