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My male dog isn't interested in my female in heat. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 90 lbs

I have female german shepherd 24mos old have proven male 5yrs old she is in heat male acts interested licking smelling 1 day next day wont go around her anything I can to give her or him to help

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 25th, 2018

If two pets aren't interested in mating, you can try pheromones such as the Adaptil diffuser. However, in most situations you will have to resort to artificial insemination through your specialized veterinarian if you want to get the female pregnant. Ask your vet if this is something they specialize in, or if they have a referral vet for you to seek help from. Best of luck with those two! Take care.

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