Signs of false pregnancy in dogs include enlarged breasts, reddened nipples, enlarged abdominal girth, milk secretion, and increased appetite. These symptoms are almost the same as those of real pregnancy, making it difficult for owners to tell the difference. It is usually caused by endocrine disorders, improper mating and other factors. It will usually recover on its own after a period of time. During this period, some antibiotics can be used to prevent inflammation and infection in the dog's body. However, dogs are likely to develop breast inflammation, pyometra and other diseases during pseudopregnancy. Once abnormalities occur, you need to consult a doctor immediately for medication.

1. How to treat false pregnancy in dogs

False pregnancy in dogs is not a disease. If it is a mild false pregnancy, no treatment is needed. You only need to deprive the dog of water and food, and cut off its nutrition. If it is a medium or large dog, it needs to be fasted for 24 hours. If it is a small dog, it needs to be fasted for 24 hours and water should be fasted for 8-12 hours. Generally, after being deprived of food and water, the dog will breastfeed on its own. If other abnormalities occur, you need to take the dog to the hospital for treatment.

Note: Do not return to the normal feeding amount immediately after feeding your dog. You need to increase the amount step by step. For example, after eating, give him ten pieces of dog food on the second day, and 15 pieces of dog food on the third day.

2. How long does it take for the symptoms of false pregnancy in dogs to disappear?

Symptoms of false pregnancy in dogs generally disappear after 60 days. Since the time of false pregnancy in dogs is close to the time of pregnancy and delivery, it is easy for owners to mistakenly think that the dog has dystocia. It is usually recommended that after the owner suspects that the dog is pregnant, he or she should take the dog directly to the pet hospital for a B-ultrasound or DR examination to determine whether the dog is pregnant.

Note: If you do not plan to breed your dog, it is best to neuter it in advance to avoid false pregnancy. If your dog already has symptoms of false pregnancy, you need to wait until all symptoms subside before neutering.