Donald E. asked
My dog Nala, a 14-month-old Staffy x Bullmastiff, has just finished her first heat cycle. Her nipples are swollen, not just the nipples but around them too. Could this be due to hormones, and if so, how long until the swelling goes away? Could she be pregnant, and if so, would it be showing this early? Nala is kept in a secure yard and pen at night, so I don't think she is likely to be pregnant.
March 23rd, 2024
Joseph B. answered
Swollen nipples are a normal hormonal response to the heat cycle in dogs. A typical heat cycle lasts...
March 23rd, 2024
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