Tag: false pregnancy
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Why Are My Dogs Nipples Enlarged After Heat?
Noticing changes in your dog’s body after her heat cycle can be alarming for any owner. One common issue is the enlargement of her nipples, which often raises questions and concerns. This response is typically linked to hormonal fluctuations that accompany the heat cycle. Hormonal Changes During Heat When a female dog enters heat, her…
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What Is A False Pregnancy In Dogs?
False pregnancy in dogs describes a reproductive phenomenon that can produce physical and behavioral changes after a heat cycle. What is a false pregnancy in dogs? False pregnancy—also called pseudopregnancy in veterinary sources—refers to a noninfectious, metritis-free condition in which an intact female dog has signs that mimic pregnancy despite having no fetuses present. Owners…
