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My intact dogs are whining. How do I prevent unwanted puppies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 4 months old | 35 lbs

My boy dog keeps whining for my girl dog both are not fixed he’s 1 year and 4 months she’s 4

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 29th, 2019

This is normal. If you don't want them to breed, you need to keep them separated. You may have to move one of the dogs to a friend or family member's house until the female is out of heat. I suggest you have them fixed as soon as possible. ( http://www.vospca.org/affordable-spay-neuter )

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