How Long Do Dachshunds Stay In Heat And Everything Else You Need To Know

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If you don’t know how female dogs go through heat, you may be in for a surprise. Here’s how long do dachshunds stay in heat and everything else you need to know.

Exactly How Long Do Dachshunds Stay In Heat?

A female Doxie will stay in heat for anywhere between 21 and 28 days at a time, so between 3 and 4 weeks.

What Is The Dachshund Heat Cycle?

There are 4 main stages to consider where with only two of those technically being part of the heat period.

Should You Track Your Dog’s Heat Cycle?

While not necessary, this is a good practice to follow. All information is useful information when it comes to our pets’ lives and health.

You should also be prepared for the very first cycle which usually starts between the 6th and 12th months of your dog’s life. 

When Does A Female Dachshund Have Her First Heat Season?

Should You Wait For At Least One Heat Season If You’ve Decided To spay Your Female Dachshund?

This isn’t really necessary even though a lot of people recommend it. The only benefit of waiting for one cycle is that makes it easier to figure out when the next cycle is going to be.

Can Spayed Dogs Still Go Into Heat?

Typically, no, but some dogs can continue exhibiting signs of heat even after spaying.

Is It A Good Idea To Leave A Female Dachshund Unspayed Even If You Don’t Want To Breed Her?

Leaving a female dog of any breed unspayed is only ever a good idea if you plan on breeding.

Female doxies will stay in heat for 3-4 weeks, normally twice a year. However, you really should spay them if you don’t intend to breed them.

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