AboutJannie Balliett Expertise I can answer any questions a Boxer owner might have concerning genetics, breeding, gestation, whelping, personality, character traits, health, needs and requirements, and family dynamics, including aggression and behavioral issues, and other pets in the household. I can help in training and aggression modification.
Experience
Experience in the area: I have owned, bred, and raised Boxers. Organizations: Boxerworld.net, Boxers Breeders Association, Boxer Rescue Austin Chapter,
Education/Credentials: Boxer owner, breeder, and trainer.
Expert: Jannie Balliett Date: 7/14/2008 Subject: about my boxer being in heat
Question Hi. my name is gabi i just wanted to know about how long after they stop spotting can you still bread them?
so how long are they still in heat after they stop spotting?
Answer 12-21 days depending. Each breed and female is different and each cycle can be different from the one before or next one.
There are various stages of the cycle. During the actual bleeding, she will not accept a male, although he will try.
Answer(s): There are four stages to the canine estrus cycle:
Proestrus: vaginal discharge, males attracted to females, females unwilling to mate. Length: 4-20 days.
Estrus: swollen vulva, yellowish vaginal discharge, mating occurs during this phase. Length: 5-13 days.
Metestrus (or Diestrus): period after estrus or mating. Length: 60-90 days. If pregnant, pregnancy lasts between 60-64 days in the dog.
Anestrus: period of inactivity (sexual and hormonal) between estrus phases. Length: 2-3 months.
Depending on the stage she is in, pregnancy can occur-- to be sure to stop the mating/pregnancy-- keep them separated and a belly band is advisable to put on him, and a seasonal pantie on her. The pantie not only uses mini-pads for her discharge, but prevents him from entering her, and a belly band around his waist and penis prevents him as well.
Do not breed your female until she is at least 2 years old. Be prepared to stay up almost all night with newborn puppies until they are weened and sold.
