My dog is in heat but not bleeding. Is this normal or a vet issue?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 11 months old | 79.36 lbs
My 2year old Labrador is on her 3rd heat. However, I saw a few spots for the 1st 2days and it has not happened after that. She is eating and playing normally but also keeps on licking herself or sits down abruptly as she feels that she has the flow but there is no blood stain. This is not how it happened the previous 2times. Please suggest if this is normal or needs a vet's attention. Thank you
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Published on May 21st, 2018
This is normal. Dogs have can silent heats where they go into heat but show no signs of it. They can also heats where they don't bleed as much. This does not require a vet visit. I hope this helps!
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Published on February 9th, 2019
This is true. It could be normal for her but since this is her first round, I would have your vet take a look at her to ensure there isn't an infection since this he is first round. Your vet will be able to ensure she is healthy and doesn't need any treatment.
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