My dog's heat cycle is lasting weeks. Is her swollen vulva normal?

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good day, my 7 month old husky-lab mix has been in heat since mid january; it's her first time, today i noticed her vulva is really really swollen and she has not stopped licking. she is energetic and active, eats well drinks well. she had one episode of vomiting this morning mainly grass, and just a few moments ago rock hard stools. she is still playing right now and running around like normal should i be worried? its 1 AM here and im not sure if i should take her to the vet. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 12 days old | 39 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

I would not be overly concerned about the single episode of vomiting/hard stool and would advise a bland diet of chicken and rice for 2-3days to see if the bowel issue resolves. I would howver be concerned about a heat cycle that has persisted for 7weeks+ and would recommend a check up with your vet tomorrow to rule out infection or other medical complications. I would recommend neutering her unless you have a need to breed from her in at the next heat cycle as excessive blood loss could become a significant issue with each cycle

My dog's heat cycle is lasting weeks. Is her swollen vulva normal?

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