How long does it take for a pug to be in heat?
0 Jul 26,2025
The first time a pug female dog goes into estrus is about 6-10 months after birth. After the pug reaches adulthood, it will go into estrus twice a year, usually once in the spring from March to May, and again in the autumn from September to November. . The main symptoms of estrus are that the dog will become excited and restless, bark constantly, urinate frequently, have red mucus flowing out of the vulva, like to be close to male dogs, etc.
The time when a pug is in heat lasts about 6-14 days. Each dog's growth status, body structure, and nutritional intake are different, which will have a certain impact on the time of estrus. Some dogs come into estrus earlier, and some dogs come into estrus later. This is normal. Owners can just supplement nutrients for pugs that develop slowly.
During the period when the pug is in estrus, in addition to dog food, owners should prepare some nutritious and easy-to-digest and absorb foods for the dog, such as goat milk powder, low-fat meat puree, fruits and vegetables, etc. Note that those foods that are raw, cold, sour and spicy cannot be fed. And it is best to wear menstrual pants for pugs in heat to prevent infection of reproductive organs and prevent dogs from having random mating.