Pseudo-pregnancy (also known as fake pregnancy) is a phenomenon caused by hormone imbalance. Unpregnant bitches will have symptoms similar to pregnancy, such as abdominal swelling, breast swelling, and even milk production. The method of dealing wit...
Pseudo-pregnancy (also known as fake pregnancy) is a phenomenon caused by hormone imbalance. Unpregnant bitches will have symptoms similar to pregnancy, such as abdominal swelling, breast swelling, and even milk production. The method of dealing with fake pregnancy in dogs depends on the specific situation. The following are some common treatment methods:
1. Observation and natural recovery: For dogs with mild symptoms, an observation attitude can be adopted, because many fake pregnancy symptoms will naturally subside within 2 to 3 weeks. Maintain normal living habits and accompany your dog more to help distract him.
2. Increase exercise: In moderation, increase the amount of exercise of a dog helps regulate hormone levels in his body, and can also improve his overall health.
3. Adjust diet: Control dog food intake to avoid excessive nutrition to promote breast secretion, but extreme fasting or water ban should not be taken, especially without veterinary guidance.
4. Drug treatment: Under veterinary guidance, medications may be used to regulate hormone balance, such as the use of androgens (such as testosterone) to combat excessive estrogen, but this approach requires caution, as improper use of hormones may lead to other health problems.
5. Sterilization surgery: In the long run, in order to avoid the recurrence of false pregnancy in the future and reduce the risk of reproductive system diseases such as uterine pus, it is possible to consider performing sterilization surgery (ovarian hysterectomy) for dogs. This is the most thorough treatment method that can fundamentally solve the problems caused by hormone fluctuations.
It is important that before taking any treatment measures, you should consult a professional veterinarian for a comprehensive physical examination to ensure accurate diagnosis and choose the best treatment plan for your dog. Especially when dogs have serious symptoms or are suspected of having other health problems, timely professional medical intervention is necessary.
