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My male dog isn't tying with the female during mating. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Great Dane | Male | 4 years and 5 months old

During mating tie is not taking place. What can i do?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 23rd, 2018

This may be a problem the male has. The only thing you can do is to take both dogs to the veterinarian and have them examined. The male may have a problem with the bulbous part of the penis in that it may not be able to expand and tie, the female may have a vaginal problem. There may be a libido problem, or the female may not be ready. This can be examined and ruled out by your veterinarian. Please see your vet for an exam, preferably during this heat cycle.

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