What to feed a dog who has just been mated to induce abortion

There are currently no effective oral abortifacients for animals on the market. The most effective method to prevent a dog from giving birth if it has been mated during its estrus cycle is to undergo a surgical procedure to remove the uterus and ovaries, eliminating the possibility of future estrus and pregnancy. If you don't want to perform surgery, you can go to a pet hospital early in the mating period to inject hormonal drugs to induce abortion. However, there is a certain probability of abortion failure, and the drugs may have certain side effects on the female dog.

Dogs normally have two estrus periods per year, approximately. The first estrus cycle for young dogs usually begins at 7-8 months of age, while late-maturing dogs may not start until they are 1 year old. Prior to estrus, there will be vaginal bleeding, which is fresh red in color. The estrus period lasts for about 10-12 days, after which the dog can be mated, with a higher probability of conception. Normally, 18 days after mating, a pregnancy can be confirmed via ultrasound examination of the embryo. The gestation period for dogs is approximately 58-64 days, and about 30 days after mating, the dog's abdominal circumference will begin to increase. After 45 days, the breasts will begin to develop, and even produce milk.

If a dog accidentally becomes pregnant, it is recommended to undergo a uterine-ovarian removal surgery within 30 days of mating. This allows for easier recovery for the female dog, and the risk of surgery increases and bleeding increases with longer pregnancy duration. If you don't want the dog to have puppies, it is advised to neuter the dog when it is 7-8 months old. At this time, the dog's recovery after surgery is better, with less bleeding, and it can also avoid more than 90% of breast diseases. Unneutered dogs are more prone to gynecological diseases in their elderly stage, such as uterine pyometra, uterine fluid accumulation, ovarian cysts, and mammary tumors. The mortality rate for uterine pyometra and mammary tumors is higher.

Note: The information provided is for reference only and should not be considered professional medical advice. Always consult a veterinarian before making any decisions regarding your pet's health.