Dog miscarriage is a hot topic. Some people think that you cannot kill a new little life, and some owners are not prepared and cannot afford the responsibility of taking care of all the dogs. When the dog unexpectedly becomes pregnant, Take it to an abortion. This article will not discuss whether dogs should have abortions, but will focus on different methods of abortion and what owners need to pay attention to when bringing dogs for abortion. A dog's abortion is not so much for its own needs as it is for human convenience. If your dog needs an abortion, you should pay more attention to the following things to let it go through the special period safely.

Common reasons for dog abortion

Female dogs living in the wild rarely need abortion to protect their health. So, in other words, dog abortion is more convenient for the owner than the dog itself. Dogs usually need abortions due to unwanted pregnancies. Some owners fail to neuter their dogs and let them go out and roam around when they are in heat. They are not prepared to take care of a litter of puppies. At this time, they can only take the dog with them. Dogs go for abortions. Most people take their dogs to the pet hospital to seek veterinary help.

When is the best time to take your dog for an abortion?

Most veterinarians will first consider removing the ovaries and uterus of the female dog, but this method is mostly only suitable for female dogs in the early stages of pregnancy (i.e. the first month). There are many risks when a pregnant dog undergoes such an operation, including possible congestion of blood vessels, long operation time, and risks of anesthesia. If an abortion occurs close to the due date, the puppies can only be euthanized at this time because they are already fully formed. Technically, a veterinarian can induce labor in a female dog whenever necessary. However, if your dog wants to have an abortion, the sooner the better. Otherwise, you can choose medical abortion at the beginning, and you can only have surgical abortion later.

Can dogs eat human abortion pills?

Can't. The problem is not the efficacy of the medication, but the lack of medical guidance in the process and the harm it can cause to the dog's body. Abortion pills for humans have many side effects, and people will have varying degrees of reactions after using them. Dogs' bodies react differently to drugs than people do, and the dosage and ingredients they can accept are also different. If you give medicine to your dog at home without authorization, it may harm your dog's body, and many unexpected situations may occur. Your dog may be poisoned or at risk of infection, or even develop pyometra.

How to induce labor for dogs?

First, every veterinarian will first confirm whether the dog is pregnant. A good way to confirm that the dog is pregnant is to perform a hysterogram and blood test when the dog is 25 days pregnant. If the diagnosis is negative, it should be confirmed again a week later. Some owners want their dogs to retain their uterus and ovaries so that they canThere is still a chance to reproduce later. Therefore, medical abortion can be used at this time, and the following drugs are usually used: prostaglandins, antiprogesterone (aglepristone), dexamethasone, prolactin inhibitors, oral estrogen

Prostaglandins

Prostaglandin F2α needs to be injected three times a day until all the fetuses are successfully excreted, sometimes for up to 14 days. The combination of this medication with intravaginal prostaglandins will help reduce treatment time and secondary symptoms (nausea, diarrhea, restlessness, tremors). But the dosage must be strictly controlled, and the chance of overdose is high.

Antiprogesterone

Can only be used within 45 days of pregnancy. Injections are given once daily for the first 48 hours, then once every 2 weeks for a total of 4 injections. Female dogs after 20-30 days of pregnancy may develop severe symptoms, including fetal loss, blood loss, anorexia, and mammary gland congestion.

Dexamethasone

It is given in pill form and should be used twice daily after the 30th day of pregnancy and may take more than 10 days. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid and carries associated risks (suppression of the immune system, susceptibility to infection, excessive fluid intake and urination, agitation, persistent hunger), and if the dose is not adjusted appropriately, dogs may exhibit debilitating symptoms. Signs of Hinn's disease. It is also not recommended for female dogs with conditions such as diabetes or Cushing's disease.

Prolactin inhibitor

It can be used in the second half of pregnancy. Use alone or in combination with prostaglandins can improve the efficacy. Oral treatment is required every day until the drug takes effect.

Oral estrogen

It can only be used during the first few days of pregnancy but greatly increases the risk of pyometra, a potentially life-threatening uterine infection. Most veterinarians will avoid this method because it carries significant risks.

It is important to note that no drug can meet all of the following criteria: can be administered during estrus or at any stage of pregnancy, is 100% effective, does not cause vaginal discharge, has no side effects, does not impair future fertility, and is inexpensive. .

Care and Recovery

No matter what method is used, the female dog will feel uncomfortable for a period of time after the abortion. For example, antiprogestins can stay in the body for approximately 24 days after the last dose, and because they are lipophilic, side effects can persist long after a miscarriage. Therefore, the owner needs to provide a quiet, clean and comfortable environment for the dog, and pay attention to its nauseaand signs of anorexia. It is necessary to supplement the dog with adequate nutrition and allow it to drink enough water, especially after using dexamethasone. If surgery is performed, antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs should be available at home, and owners should pay special attention to keeping the sutures clean and dry, as well as observing the dog's vaginal discharge.

The above are the issues that owners should pay attention to before taking their dogs for abortion, but it is best not to let the dog get to the point of needing an abortion. This will always harm the dog's body. Either take it for sterilization surgery, or take it for sterilization or when it is in heat. Taking good care of it will be better than taking it to induce labor.

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