The vizsla has seen a slight increase in their popularity in recent years with the breed now being the 32nd most popular breed in the USA with vizslas even being more popular than pugs right now that sit in 33rd place.
With their popularity, we commonly see people asking a wide range of different questions about taking care of their vizsla with many people reaching out about what to expect from a vizsla in heat.
A vizsla in heat can be a trying time for both the dog and the owner. For starters, a vizsla in heat will start releasing a potent scent in order to attract mates. This can be quite a nuisance as the smell will linger long after the vizsla has finished going into heat.
The blood released from a vizsla in heat can also be a source of concern for many people. This is because the vizsla in heat will go through a process called “flagging” where they will lift their leg and wave their tails in the air in order to spread their scent.
This can often result in blood getting on furniture, walls, and other surfaces in your home.
How Do You Know When A Vizsla Is In Heat?
The smell and sight of blood give you confirmation that your vizslais in heat, but there are other vizsla heat symptoms to be aware of. For example, your vizsla will likely become more clingy and affectionate than usual as they try to seek out attention.
A vizsla in heat may also seem restless, pace around more, or sleep less during this time. This is all due to the fact that vizslas in heat are looking for mates and are often on the lookout for potential partners that they will be able to breed with.
The vizsla in heat will go through a few different stages. The first stage is called “proestrus” and this is when the vizsla’s body is preparing for ovulation. This stage can last anywhere from 9 to 12 days and during this time, you may notice that your vizsla’s vulva starts to swell.
The second stage is called “estrus” and this is when the vizsla is actually in heat. This stage usually lasts around 9 to 12 days as well and during this time, you will notice that your vizsla’s vulva will be swollen and that they will be releasing a bloody discharge.
The third stage is called “diestrus” and this is when the vizsla is no longer in heat. This stage can last up to 60 days and during this time, your vizsla’s vulva will return to normal and they will no longer be releasing a bloody discharge.
What Age Do Vizslas Go Into Heat?
A vizsla can go into heat as early as 6 months old but it is more common for vizslas to go into heat for the first time when they are between 9 and 12 months old. However, some vizslas may not go into heat until they are 18 months old or even older.
Nutrition plays a role in the age that your vizsla will go into heat. For example, vizslas that are well-nourished and have a balanced diet are more likely to go into heat at a younger age than vizslas that do not have a balanced diet.
With cheaper dog foods usually having less nutrients in them, this is one of the reasons why vizslas that are fed a cheaper diet may not go into heat until they are older.
Vizsla’s can go into heat multiple times per year with the average vizsla going into heat twice per year. However, some vizslas may only go into heat once per year while other vizslas may go into heat three times per year although this is rare.
It is important to note that vizslas that go into heat more often are more likely to have health problems later on in life. This is because vizslas that go into heat multiple times per year are more likely to experience a condition called “pyometra” which is a potentially life-threatening infection of the uterus.
What Month Does A Vizsla Usually Go Into Heat?
The vizsla heat cycle typically lasts around 21 days with the vizsla going into heat for 9 to 12 days and then out of heat for 9 to 12 days. However, some vizslas may go into heat for as long as 18 days while other vizslas may only be in heat for 6 days. The time of year that your vizsla goes into heat will depend on a few factors such as the climate that you live in and the age of your vizsla.
For example, vizslas living in warmer climates are more likely to go into heat during the months of March, April, May, June, July, and August.
This is because vizslas are more likely to go into heat when the weather is warm. Vizslas living in colder climates, on the other hand, are more likely to go into heat during the months of September, October, November, December, January, and February.
Another factor that can affect when your vizsla goes into heat is the age of your vizsla. For example, vizslas that are 6 months old or younger are more likely to go into heat during the months of March, April, May, and June.
Vizslas that are 9 months old or older are more likely to go into heat during the months of September, October, November.
How Long Is A Vizsla In Heat For?
The vizsla heat cycle typically lasts around 21 days with the vizsla going into heat for 9 to 12 days and then out of heat for 9 to 12 days. However, some vizslas may go into heat for as long as 18 days while other vizslas may only be in heat for 6 days.
The nutritional value in your vizslas diet can also be a major factor in how long your vizsla is in heat for. For example, vizslas that are well-nourished and have a balanced diet are more likely to go into heat for a shorter period of time than vizslas that do not have a balanced diet.
The age of your vizsla can also affect how long they are in heat for. For example, vizslas that are 6 months old or younger are more likely to go into heat for a shorter period of time than vizslas that are 9 months old or older. Senior vizslas that are older dogs are also more likely to go into heat for a shorter period of time.
Do Vizslas Bleed The Whole Time They Are In Heat?
Vizslas do not bleed the whole time they are in heat. In fact, vizslas only bleed for the first 3 to 5 days of their heat cycle. After that, the vizsla’s bleeding will stop and they will be out of heat for 9 to 12 days before going back into heat again.
Some vizslas may bleed for a longer period of time than others and some vizslas may not bleed at all. This is because every vizsla is different and there is no one size fits all when it comes to the vizsla heat cycle with age and diet playing key roles.
Should You Walk Your Vizsla Who Is In Heat?
You should not walk your vizsla who is in heat. This is because vizslas are more likely to attract male dogs when they are in heat and this can lead to unwanted pregnancies and aggression from male dogs trying to breed with your vizsla while out walking.
If you must walk your vizsla while they are in heat, make sure to keep them on a leash at all times and avoid areas where there are a lot of other dogs. You should also consider investing in a dog diaper or belly band to help prevent your vizsla from getting pregnant while in heat but these are not usually essential.
Do Female Vizslas Calm Down After Their First Heat?
Female vizslas typically calm down after their first heat. However, some vizslas may be more high energy and excitable even after their first heat. This is because every vizsla is different and there is no one size fits all when it comes to the vizsla heat cycle.
After a vizsla’s first heat, they will usually go into heat every 6 to 8 months. However, some vizslas may go into heat more often than that while other vizslas may only go into heat once a year.
