Bitch Coming Into Season

[jhiggins 48]

Morning all,

 

Got a 13 month old lurcher bitch that is coming into season for the second time. It is about the right time for her to come in as she had her first season in March time.

 

However, her last season left her with a phantom that kicked the crap out of her physically and really slowed her progress.

 

I have just got her back into reasonable shape and here comes her season again.....gutted.

 

Is there anything i can do to minimize the risk of another phantom or could I delay her season somehow until after the hunting season?

 

I have heard about putting her on the pill but im not sure how to go about this.

 

Any information will be much appreciated

 

J

[riohog 5,701]

you may laff at what im about to say, but many say a bitch is not right for 100 days after a season imo they are about right

[lurchers2533 22]

theres a injection the vets can give that stops them going into season think its pretty pricey an they will only usually do it once but worth looking into pal good luck

[jhiggins 48]

Ive heard the injection can make them a mess with their hormones.....been told to steer clear.

 

Thanks for the tips tho, some one told me raspberry tea can help against phantoms??

[lurchers2533 22]

will try it pal.ive tried mateing my bitch few times as really wanted a litter from her.an she never takes and has phantoms everytime im gonna get her spade after xmas an got a pup coming boxing day!!!roll on xmas!!!

[gibbo1973 187]

I jabbed my bitch last year 1st inj lasts 3 months 2nd inj 4 months and this one just jabbed lasts 5 months

now jabs last 5 months at a time ,but soon as you stop jabbing them they come into season 3 to 6 months

ive had no issues regarding her temperament and hunting abilities

[brazer 287]

Raspberry leaf is another alternative in preventing phantom pregnancies in bitches who are prone to this condition. The correct dosage should be given to the bitch from the first sign of coming into season and continued for a further 12 weeks for safe measures.

[bedwhippet 164]

I've got a pup 15 month old never had her first season, I was told that if kept really fit that can stop her coming in, is that true or is she just a late starter?? Sorry to hijack thread

Edited September 22, 2013 by bedwhippet

[Sirius 1,391]

I've got a pup 15 month old never had her first season, I was told that if kept really fit that can stop her coming in, is that true or is she just a late starter?? Sorry to hijack thread

It's not that unusual to come in late and I am sure she will given time. Often if a bitch is kept too fit it can stop them from coming in to season.

[bedwhippet 164]

Thanks for that probs why she is very late then, all other bitches in the litter have had there first seasons so I was just thinking she maybe wouldn't come in,, hopefully won't be coming in for a few months now season is underway

[jhiggins 48]

Where can i get hold of the raspberry tea and where would i find out the correct dosage??

 

When is to late to get her injected to take her out of THIS season, there is no blood yet but she is starting to show signs.........my Lakeland is getting properly pissed off with her trying to f**k him all day!!

 

Thanks

[JAE B 545]

5 ml of buckfast does the same feck the raspberry leaf you can get it out the local paki shop

[brazer 287]

Where can i get hold of the raspberry tea and where would i find out the correct dosage??

 

When is to late to get her injected to take her out of THIS season, there is no blood yet but she is starting to show signs.........my Lakeland is getting properly pissed off with her trying to f**k him all day!!

 

Thanks

You will get the Raspberry leaf tablets in Holland and Barret.

 

Its 2 tablets per day for small dogs under 10kg.

 

Med dogs 10-25kg = 4-6 tablets daily

 

Large dogs 25-45kg = 6-8 tablets daily

 

Giant breeds above 45kg = 8-12 tablets daily

 

These are the recommended dose for phantom pregnancies and should be giving at the start of the bitch coming into season and for a further 12 weeks.

they may be crushed for easy administration. Should you have any problems consult your vet.

[jhiggins 48]

Thats great, thanks very much