Infertility in female dogs is most commonly the result of improper breed management or male infertility, but can be the result of something more serious, such as ovarian cysts or tumors, hormonal problems, and infectious diseases.
Can dogs be naturally infertile?
Causes. Infertility can affect dogs of all ages, but tends to be more common among older dogs. An underlying cystic endometrial hyperplasia -- uterine cysts -- is more common among dogs past the age of six. Dogs that have had previous uterine infections can also have subsequent difficulties with implantation.
How can I test if my dog is fertile?
If breeding practices and timing are appropriate, your veterinarian will then determine whether it is the female or male that is infertile. Infertility can be diagnosed through physical examinations, laboratory tests, semen evaluation, endoscopy, or ultrasonography.
At what age is a dog infertile?
Technically, both female and male dogs can have puppies their whole lives. However, a dog's fertility drops after the age of seven, and most female dogs can't become pregnant quite as often as they used to.
Do dogs lose their fertility?
After about the age of seven, the regularity of estrus, or heat, will diminish, meaning she will not be able to become pregnant quite as often. But female dogs never lose their ability to bear puppies.
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