False Pregnancy
Tuesday, June 7th, 2011, by admin | No Comments
This syndrome occurs 2-3 months after an intact female goes through heat. She will have symptoms of being pregnant whether or not she mated.
The cause is strictly hormonal, and deals with the drop in progesterone. Previous pregnancy does not influence future incidences of false pregnancy. This syndrome can occur in females that have never been pregnant or mated.
The patient may exhibit signs of abdominal distention, mammary gland enlargement, restlessness, and nesting behavior. The mammary glands may even secrete milk.
No treatment is required and all signs will eventually fade. It is recommended to spay the patient before the next heat cycle. If the patient is to be bred, it should be done on the next cycle.
