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If you think your baby is suffering from the heat — that is, they look unwell, are refusing to drink, have a lot fewer wet nappies than usual or are vomiting — see a doctor or call healthdirect to speak to a registered nurse on 1800 022 222 (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria).
Caring for a baby in hot weather can be challenging and it's common for parents to feel concerned if their baby is too hot and perhaps overheating. Healthy babies, who are thriving and well hydrated, generally have no problems regulating their body temperature unless they become overheated.
What are the effects of hot weather on babies?
When the weather is very hot, it's harder for babies and children to maintain a comfortable body temperature. A child's body temperature rises faster than an adult's and they can be affected quickly by the impact of heat on their body. They are also more at risk than adults of becoming overheated and being affected by a heat-related illness.
Babies and young children cannot adjust to temperature changes as efficiently as adults do. Another big difference is that babies and young children don't sweat as much as adults, which reduces their ability to cool down.
Babies are prone to developing heat rash or prickly heat because their sweat glands are not fully developed. Use a soap-free wash when bathing your baby and dress them in light cotton clothing.
How can my baby maintain their body temperature?
Dress your baby comfortably in light, loose clothing and avoid overdressing them. If your baby is outside, make sure they are wearing a broad brimmed hat which casts a shade over their head, face, neck and chest. Stay inside on very hot days. If you need to go out, keep outings short and try to stay in the shade.
Offer your baby extra breastfeeds or formula to drink if they are younger than 6 months. On very hot days, babies aged over 6 months can be offered small amount of cooled boiled water in-between their milk feeds.
Bath your baby as often as you feel you need to. Ideally, the temperature of the bath water needs to be lukewarm, rather than cold.
Never leave your baby in a car, even for a short time. The temperature in a parked car can quickly climb to dangerous levels.
How do I tell if my baby is too hot?
Place your hand on your baby's chest or back and feel their body temperature. This will give you a better idea than just feeling their hands or feet of how hot they are. Generally, a baby's extremities feel cooler than their body.
What could happen if my baby overheats?
Babies who feel hot and overheat are generally unsettled. Like the adults who care for them, when a baby is hot they look and feel uncomfortable. If their temperature stays high, they are at risk of becoming dehydrated or heat affected. Babies who are affected by heat stress feel overly warm to touch, can be irritable, look unwell, be floppy and their skin is drier.
If you think your baby has overheated, take them inside and remove their clothing. Give them a bath and offer a feed.
What are the signs of dehydration?
Depending on a child's age, they can show different signs of dehydration, though common signs are:
- being very thirsty
- having fewer wet nappies
- being tired with little energy
- looking pale with sunken eyes
- having fewer tears when crying
- being irritable and unsettled
- breathing quickly
Take your baby to be seen by a doctor if you think they may be dehydrated.
How can I protect my baby during hot weather?
Try to stay indoors with your baby during the hottest part of the day and plan outings which are inside and protected. Check the weather information and forecast on your state or territory's meteorological website. Download the Sunsmart app on your phone; this will help guide you in when you and your baby need sun protection.
It's not always possible to avoid being out in hot weather, and it's important to follow sun protection guidelines.
When dressing your baby, make sure they are not overdressed. Try to stay inside, or in shady areas if you need to be outside.
Keeping your baby cool
How to keep your baby cool in hot weather.
How do I protect my baby in the sun?
Try to avoid being outside in the sun, especially on very hot days. If you do need to go out, make sure your baby's skin is covered in clothing which has a UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) rating. The higher the UPF rating, the more protective the clothing will be against solar UV rays.
Use sunblock and sun protection on your baby's exposed skin if you cannot avoid being outside. Avoid regular use of sunscreen if your baby is under 6 months.
What about a heatwave? Should I take my baby out in hot weather?
All of us need to stay indoors when there is a heatwave. Use air-conditioning to keep the temperature at a more comfortable level. Make sure your baby is well hydrated and offer extra feeds. Cooling baths and wet washers against their skin can also be helpful.
How do I keep my baby cool when they are sleeping?
Think about moving your baby to a cooler room in the house to sleep. It's fine to use a fan and/or air-conditioning in your baby's room, though avoid the cool air blowing directly onto them. Make up their cot according to the safe sleeping guidelines and use cotton sheets. Dress your baby lightly or in just a nappy to keep them cool. Always place your baby on their back to sleep and make sure their head is uncovered.
Use curtains or blinds to block out direct sunlight and where practical, keep windows open to maintain air-flow. Position your baby's cot in a room which is cool and well ventilated. Use air-conditioning or a fan if you are in a hot climate.
Make sure your baby has plenty of air-flow if they're in their pram when the weather is hot. Use a lightweight cover which will allow air to circulate. Always supervise your baby when they are sleeping in their pram.
Expect your baby's sleep patterns to change when the weather is hot. They may be sleepier in the hotter parts of the day, and have bursts of energy when it cools down.
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ARPANSA (Australian sun protective clothing), NSW Health (Babies and children in hot weather), Kidsafe VIC (Children Left Unattended in Cars), Raising Children Network (Heat rash), Red Nose (Room temperature), Cancer Council (SunSmart App), Red Nose Australia (What is a Safe Sleeping Environment?)Learn more here about the development and quality assurance of healthdirect content.
Last reviewed: October 2021
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Keeping Your Baby Safe and Cool in Summer – Children's Health
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Summertime brings warm weather and lots of sunshine. But parents of infants, in particular, should keep a few essential heat and sun safety tips in mind while enjoying the season.
"Outside time is so important for babies' growth and development. So we want to make sure we are giving babies the opportunity to go outside, but of course, keeping them safe while doing so," says Sushmita Yallapragada, M.D., Neonatologist and Associate Medical Director of the Level IV NICU at Children's Health℠ and Assistant Professor at UT Southwestern.
Dr. Yallapragada, also a mother of two young children, answers common questions about how to keep newborns and infants safe during the hot summer months.
What outside temperature is too hot for a baby?
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests parents avoid taking babies outside for long periods of time if the heat index is greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Prolonged outdoor exposure on extremely hot days can cause babies to overheat quickly.
"Babies are not as effective at cooling their bodies as adults because they do not sweat normally," explains Dr. Yallapragada. "In addition, babies are not able to tell you if they are overheating and not feeling well. Take breaks every 15-30 minutes or sooner based on your child's response to the heat."
Before making outdoor plans with your baby during summer, check the local heat index. When you do enjoy outside time, you can take simple precautions to keep your baby safe.
How can I keep my baby cool in summer?
If the heat index is above 75- or 80-degrees Fahrenheit, take these five steps to keep your baby cool while spending time outside.
1. Seek shade.
Park your baby's stroller or blanket under a tree or in another shady spot to avoid direct sun exposure.
2. Dress baby coolly.
During hot days, dress your baby in a single layer of lightly colored, moisture-absorbent but breathable material, such as a lightweight cotton onesie or romper. Opt for fabrics like cotton and linen and avoid synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon.
"Infants should be dressed appropriately for the environment, with no more than one additional layer than an adult would wear comfortably at that temperature – for daytime or sleeping," Dr. Yallapragada says.
3. Drink liquids.
Offer breastmilk or formula to keep infants hydrated. It's generally recommended to wait until babies are at least 6 months of age to offer water. Older babies and toddlers should drink water while playing outdoors to help stay cool and hydrated.
4. Schedule extra rest time.
Time in the heat can cause infants to feel extra tired. "Planning time for babies to rest or nap following outside playtime can be helpful," says Dr. Yallapragada.
5. Avoid the hottest parts of the day.
Plan to take your baby out in the early morning or late evening hours so you can spend the hottest parts of the day inside. When outside, consider using a portable stroller fan to help baby stay cool.
How can I protect my baby's skin from the sun?
It's important to be mindful about how much sun exposure your baby is getting – especially since infant skin can sunburn easily.
Summer skin care for babies under 6 months
Sunscreen should not be applied to babies under 6 months of age. "Sunscreens can cause skin irritation in a young baby's developing skin," Dr. Yallapragada explains.
Instead, take steps to keep newborns and young infants out of direct sunlight:
- Seek trees or other sources of shade.
- Dress babies in a wide-brimmed sun hat and sunglasses to block the sun from their face and eyes.
- Use a stroller shade or umbrella to block the sun from babies' arms and legs.
- Apply a car window shade to block direct sunlight from reaching your baby during car rides.
Summer skin care for babies 6 months and older
Babies 6-12 months of age should use a hypoallergenic and fragrance-free sunscreen since these varieties are less likely to sting babies' eyes or potentially irritate their skin.
Look for broad-spectrum sunscreens that offer both UVA and UVB protection with a minimum SPF of 30. Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside, and reapply every two hours – or sooner, if your baby has been swimming or sweating.
What should I do if my baby gets a heat rash?
Heat rash, a skin irritation that looks like red pimples or blisters, can occur if babies' skin gets overly sweaty. You may notice a heat rash breakout on your baby's neck, chest, groin, armpits or elbow creases. "It can happen at any age, but it's quite common in young babies and children," says Dr. Yallapragada.
If your baby gets heat rash, bring them inside to cooler, air-conditioned air. Give them a bath or use a washcloth to wipe away the sweat. Replace their sweaty clothes with a cool, dry outfit. There is no need to apply any powders or skin ointments to heat rash; it should clear up on its own once the baby's skin cools down.
What's the ideal temperature for a baby's room in summer?
According to the AAP, the ideal temperature for a baby's room is between 68 and 72 degrees. Keeping a baby's room cool is especially important when they sleep, as overheating can put an infant at risk for SIDS.
If you set your thermostat higher during the summer months or your air conditioning has a tough time cooling your home, keep window blinds or curtains shut to block direct sunlight. You can also use fans to circulate air.
If you lose access to air conditioning at home – either through a power outage or mechanical issue – consider spending the day at a library, shopping mall or community "cooling center" where COVID-19 safety protocols are in place and indoor temperatures remain comfortable.
How can I tell if my baby is too hot?
You can tell that your baby is getting too hot by watching for the following signs:
- Extreme fatigue or drowsiness
- Disinterest in feeding/drinking
- Flushed face
- Sweatiness (may be more apparent in older children)
If your baby shows signs of overheating, take them indoors into a cool space. Apply cool washcloths or offer a cool bath. Replace sweaty clothes with a clean, cool outfit. Offer milk or formula to help them rehydrate.
If your baby still seems overly hot after these steps, call your pediatrician – particularly if you notice it's been several hours since your baby had a wet diaper and/or your baby is vomiting, having muscle spasms or breathing quickly. These could be signs of dehydration or heat illness, and you may need to get your baby in to see a doctor right away.
What other steps should I take to keep my baby safe this summer?
As temperatures rise, it's important to never leave a baby alone in a hot car, even for a moment. Temperatures inside a closed car can rise to dangerous levels quickly, so always take steps to ensure you don't leave a child alone in the back seat. See five tips to prevent hot car tragedies.
Similarly, maintain careful adult supervision whenever your babies and older kids are around a pool this summer. Follow these essential pool safety tips to avoid the risk of injury or drowning.
More summer safety tips
Children's Health is here to help keep your family healthy and safe this summer. See more summer safety tips.
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How many months a dog walks pregnant: signs of pregnancy in dogs
How long does pregnancy last in dogs
July 18, 2022
What you need to think about before knitting your dog
Pregnancy is a process, although it is completely natural, it is still not the easiest and easiest. Knowing nothing about zootechnics and breeding, it is better for a beginner not to take any action on their own. If the dog is pedigree, with a pedigree, then the kennel club will come to the rescue. If there is no pedigree, then think about how and where you will attach the puppies when they grow up and need food, walks, veterinary care and much more.
In the course of its history, man has bred several hundred different breeds of dogs, each of which has its own external features and working qualities that are inherited. One can only guess what kind of exterior and behavior puppies from a mother without a breed will have. Therefore, it makes no sense to breed outbred puppies - it means spending your time and money on raising puppies that no one will want to buy later.
Also, before mating, it is necessary to check the health of your dog, because if the expectant mother has health problems, whether physical or mental, then the chances of giving birth to sick offspring increase. Yes, by nature, a dog is designed to carry and give birth to puppies, but no one can guarantee that this particular female will have an uncomplicated pregnancy and an easy birth. Quite often, the help of a veterinarian is vital. At the first birth, the presence of a veterinary obstetrician is simply mandatory.
It is necessary to prepare in advance for mating and pregnancy of a purebred dog. It is necessary to raise a healthy dog, get an assessment of the exterior at the exhibition and admission to breeding breeding, correctly select the future father and agree in advance with his owner on the conditions of mating, and do not forget about deworming and vaccination before mating.
How long does a dog go pregnant on average
The pregnancy itself in these animals is short - only two months. It is important not to miss estrus, dogs can only mate during a strictly defined period of time, called "hunting". The frequency of heat depends on the size and breed of the dog. In some breeds of dogs, estrus usually occurs every six months or every four months, in others - every 10-12 months. Mating is possible only during the "hunting" period, the duration of which is individual and ranges from a day to 7-9days. If the owner did not have time to notice the beginning of estrus, incorrectly determined the day of the “hunt”, you will have to wait for the onset of the next estrus.
In dogs, mating does not interrupt the “hunt” of the female, as is typical, for example, for cats. In the first weeks, it is almost impossible to understand whether a dog is pregnant or not, therefore, after a planned mating, it must be protected from accidental mating. If you let her walk without a leash, do not look after her, it is quite possible to mate with the first oncoming dog. And given that dogs can give birth to more than twenty puppies, it would be a shame to receive two dozen unplanned puppies from a thoroughbred dog.
Pregnancy in dogs develops in a very specific way. First, the time of mating and the moment of fertilization are completely unrelated. The egg can be fertilized immediately after mating. If there were no mature eggs during mating, then fertilization can take from several days, up to a week. So it’s completely impossible to know exactly from what day to count the beginning of pregnancy. For convenience, the first day of pregnancy is usually taken as the day of the first mating.
The duration of pregnancy in dogs is, on average, two months, more precisely depending on the size and breed:
● dwarf and medium breed dogs are pregnant for 56-65 days;
● Large breed dogs are pregnant for 57-70 days.
In the same dog, each pregnancy can last differently. In overweight dogs, pregnancy is delayed. When there are few puppies, the mother wears them for an extremely long time, with a single fetus, there is a high probability of overcarrying.
First pregnancy
Veterinarians recommend breeding a dog only when it is fully grown and formed, that is, not earlier than in the second or third estrus. Dogs, depending on the size and breed, are formed in different ways. Small dogs may be ready for their first pregnancy at a little over a year old, while large breed dogs are fully formed only by one and a half to two years. The first pregnancy is usually the longest.
False pregnancy
In dogs, a phenomenon called “false pregnancy” or “false pregnancy” is very common. It may be indicated by the manifestation without mating of all external signs characteristic of pregnancy, including an increase in the abdomen and the flow of milk. The dog becomes extremely excitable, restless. Two months after the completion of estrus, the dog builds a nest, brings toys there, especially squeaky ones, and nurses them. Attempts to pick up "puppies" lead to aggression from the dog. False pregnancy is especially unpleasant with a very high probability of developing mastitis - inflammation of the mammary glands due to milk stagnation.
The cause of false pregnancy in the physiology of dogs. False pregnancy occurs more often in females who have already given birth and in dogs that are fed too much. Therefore, it is necessary to monitor the physical form of the pet and not overfeed.
Caring for a dog during pregnancy
It is believed that in the first month of pregnancy the body does not experience a serious load, so nothing can be changed in the life of a dog. Up to the point that official and hunting use is allowed. However, this is not entirely true, since stress, keeping in harsh conditions, heavy loads can lead to the death of embryos.
First month of pregnancy
Fetal development
- Fertilized eggs float in the fluid contained in the uterus.
- At the first stages of embryogenesis, the embryo is located in the uterine cavity, not attached to its wall.
- By day 21, the fetus is implanted, attaching itself to the uterus via an annular placenta, providing it with nutrients and oxygen.
- After the 35th day, the embryo turns into a fetus.
External changes
- The dog's chest becomes cylindrical or becomes wider behind than in front due to a change in the position of the last, false ribs.
- The nipples become clearly defined, in light dogs they acquire a ruby color.
- Light, clear mucous discharge from the loop is possible.
Behavioral changes
(may be present but not required)
- The dog is careful: avoids sudden movements, does not want to walk in bad weather.
- There may be attempts to attack other females or small puppies.
- On the border between the first and second month, short-term toxicosis is possible.
What should and should not be done by the owner in the first half of pregnancy:
- It is undesirable to attend exhibitions, competitions, hunt, etc.
- Moderate exercise is required, i. e. walks of the usual duration for a dog.
- Do not let a pregnant dog swim in cold water, jump over obstacles, fight.
- The feeding regimen and composition of the diet should not be changed.
- In case of severe toxicosis with refusal of the usual food, you can offer the dog food for puppies, which is further recommended to be used for feeding the puppy bitch.
- It is strictly forbidden to use any drugs and dietary supplements without the direct instructions of a doctor.
- When feeding with ready-made feeds, additional vitamin and mineral supplements should not be given.
- Even the most "harmless" substances that are not part of the feed can cause malformations or even death of the fetus.
Second half of pregnancy
Processes of fetal development
- A sharp increase in size and weight.
- The cartilaginous tissue of the skeleton is gradually replaced by bone. The mother needs good mineral nutrition, otherwise calcium, phosphorus, magnesium are washed out of her own bone tissue.
- The fetus's own heart begins to beat.
- Approximately by the 50th day the fetus is practically formed, it has no hairline and the intestines are still underdeveloped. Therefore, with an excessively early caesarean section, such puppies do not survive.
External changes
- The abdomen becomes more and more enlarged, with multiple pregnancy or weak muscles it can sag strongly.
- Young females in excellent physical condition may not droop at all.
- The mammary glands are enlarged.
- The pores on the nipples are cleared, black grains and scales fall off.
- A little yellowish clear liquid can be squeezed out of the nipples from time to time.
- In many dogs, the hair on the mammary glands falls out.
- Shortly before childbirth, long strings of viscous transparent mucus (lochia) are released from the noose.
- In the last week of pregnancy, the fetuses are actively moving. With multiple pregnancies, this is clearly visible through the stretched abdominal wall.
Behavioral changes
- The dog walks slowly, gets tired quickly, tries to lie on its side.
- The dog sleeps a lot.
- Expectant mother avoids playing with other dogs, running. If they stick to her, she snaps.
What the owner should and should not do in the second half of pregnancy:
- Long walks, heavy physical exertion, work use are strictly prohibited.
- Requires quiet walks on a leash at a pace of 30-40 minutes, 3-4 times a day.
- The dog should be able to satisfy the natural needs when it needs it.
- Skin must be kept clean. Wool, especially on the back of the thighs, in the groin, on the tail should be combed regularly.
- When kept in the city, be sure to wash the mammary glands and paws with warm water without soap or shampoo after each walk. In the autumn-winter season, it is most convenient to walk the dog in overalls, regardless of its size.
- It is strictly forbidden to bathe a dog in hot water, as this can provoke a miscarriage.
As for the peculiarities of feeding dogs in the second half of pregnancy. The daily ration should be given in small portions, increase the frequency of feeding against the usual one by about two times. For example, if the pet had two meals a day, now it is worth feeding three to four times a day. You should gradually increase the level of energy consumption. The more fetuses the mother bears, the higher her energy costs.
When feeding ready-made complete foods, gradually replace the maintenance formula with puppy food. You can not give additional mineral supplements.
When feeding natural food, only easily digestible, low-volume, high-protein foods should be given. On the recommendation of a veterinarian, you can add vitamin and mineral supplements.
Do not give fruits and vegetables, especially those that cause violent gas formation and increased intestinal motility, such as plums, apricots, cabbage.
Pregnancy Diagnosis
Ultrasound is the most accurate way to tell if a dog is pregnant. It can be used no earlier than the 21st day, when the implantation of the embryos occurs. At the same time, even in the third week of pregnancy, an ultrasound examination does not always allow you to accurately determine the presence of a puppy in a dog. Doing an ultrasound at the very beginning of the first month of pregnancy does not make sense.
In dogs, not all fertilized eggs continue to develop. At any stage of development, some of the potential fruits, for unknown reasons, may stop developing and be resorbed (dissolved). This is not due to improper feeding or poor maintenance. Under the most ideal conditions, an initially multiple pregnancy may result in the birth of several puppies or the dog will not give birth at all.
Taking an impressionable young dog several times to the veterinary clinic to make sure that she is still pregnant is definitely not worth it, because every trip to the clinic is a lot of stress for the animal.
The most accurate diagnosis, including the number of puppies expected, is given by a late pregnancy test, in the last two weeks of pregnancy. If possible, it is better to call the veterinarian at home and do the study in a familiar environment for the dog.
Diagnosis by ultrasound is particularly relevant when a singleton pregnancy is suspected, as in this case the dog is more likely to move around and may need to be prepared for a caesarean section. Also, dogs of brachycephalic breeds or dwarf sizes, as a rule, give birth by caesarean section.
Harbingers of childbirth
How long until childbirth | |
Lochia (discharge from the uterus, consisting of blood and mucus) | 10-14 days |
>Fruits move actively | 7-10 days |
Belly dropped | 3-5 days |
Loop has grown and soft (hole pointing down) | 1-2 days |
The dog makes a nest: digs the bedding, floor, tears and pulls rags into one place | 1-2 days |
The dog is worried, whines, breathes fast, now and then asks to go outside "on business". Rectal temperature drops to 37°C and below. | Current day |
Primiparous females are very worried before giving birth, they do not understand what is happening to them. The owner must calm the animal, speak confidently and carefully observe the behavior. It is recommended to call a veterinarian, describe in detail to him what the dog is doing, and follow all his recommendations. You should not make a fuss around the woman in labor. The more worried people are, the more scared the dog is. The panic situation in the house can lead to the cessation of labor and very serious consequences for the mother. After just a few hours, or maybe after 5 minutes, little puppies will squeal near the mother.
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Bella Donna
My son is in 3rd grade. Sunday was his birthday. They called four friends from his class. I know three parents well, the fourth is new in the class, I almost don’t know his mother. Dad brought this brand new one, and mom picked it up in a couple of hours. The holiday with tea drinking was successful, there were competitions, games. Children are happy. But! There is a young cat in the house who is in heat. I still don’t sterilize because of work, although I plan to. The cat behaves decently, does not yell, is not aggressive. But, of course, she fawns on everyone, walks on half-bent, ass otklyachit and murmurs. The children asked what was wrong with her. I said that I wanted to go for a walk, it happens with cats. They nodded in understanding and didn't ask any more questions. and in the evening the mother of the newcomer calls me and claims that I ruined her child with "my depraved cat", now he asks you see questions about cat sex. she tried to laugh it off, then the conversation became raised and at the end she just hung up ... on Friday there was a meeting of parents, there was no desire to go and see her at all.
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I have no husbands,
Olga
But no one needs to come to visit to look at someone's physiology. They don’t put a cat tray, a children’s pot under the nose of guests, and they don’t let anxious males and cats out.
#18
Bella Donna
My son is in 3rd grade. Sunday was his birthday. They called four friends from his class. I know three parents well, the fourth is new in the class, I almost don’t know his mother. Dad brought this brand new one, and mom picked it up in a couple of hours. The holiday with tea drinking was successful, there were competitions, games. Children are happy. But! There is a young cat in the house who is in heat. I still don’t sterilize because of work, although I plan to. The cat behaves decently, does not yell, is not aggressive. But, of course, she fawns on everyone, walks on half-bent, ass otklyachit and murmurs. The children asked what was wrong with her. I said that I wanted to go for a walk, it happens with cats. They nodded in understanding and didn't ask any more questions. and in the evening the mother of the newcomer calls me and claims that I ruined her child with "my depraved cat", now he asks you see questions about cat sex. she tried to laugh it off, then the conversation became raised and at the end she just hung up ... on Friday there was a meeting of parents, there was no desire to go and see her at all.
#19
Guest
"the children nodded in understanding" writes a woman who was not there. right now, FSE will comment on this boring wiring
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#21
Olga
other cats crawling - this is a vile sight at the level of a male who climbs on his leg and shakes. The cat's ass kicks and almost crawls around to get a stake in her ass :(. A disgusting sight. Especially for children to look at it.
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#23
Olga
There are pills for cats in heat. 11 December 2017
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Olga
There are pills for cats in heat.
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#27
Bella Donna
In the know. They are harmful, I do not give. Sterilize soon.
#28
Olga
One woman's bitch rubbed like this: you sit, she comes up to your knee, turns her back and starts rubbing against your knee. Dirty. Animals are tortured. Either neuter or let them breed normally.
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Olga
other the level of a dog that climbs on its leg and shakes. The cat's ass kicks and almost crawls around to get a stake in her ass :(. A disgusting sight. Especially for children to look at it.
#31
HGH
What nonsense. And these are supposedly cultured people who condemn the collective farm and eat in other topics). Animal physiology is a natural process. As well as people by the way. And then they are surprised - someone's men don't want sex, and women don't want to give birth. Such a hypocritical attitude to physiology in our supposedly enlightened age. ..
#33
Lina
oh, horror, the problem was sucked out of the finger, and the boy’s mother is generally stupid, calling and swearing, in general, what happened here so terrible, but the cat was lost and what, my cat lifts up my ass when the cat she doesn’t want to, she’s just sweet, I don’t understand why explain this to children at all! you’re not a normal mother either
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#37
Olga
There are pills for cats in heat.
#38
Daughter of Lucifer
Where is it that men don't want sex? In Russia, they, in my opinion, ata-ta everything that moves, so the divorce rate is high.
#39
Olga
Lock up anxious animals when guests arrive, especially children. Is it not clear? No one likes to watch a dog shaking or a cat looking for a mate.
#40
Guest
We had both cats and dogs in a private house. But I do not understand when cats live at home and do not walk on the street. You know Author, when did you decide to sterilize your cat. And it is none of your business to explain the physiology of animals to the boy.
#41
Olga
You would also let a cat in there, so that a cat and a cat would play in front of the children, and you would explain to them. They drive away such animals, and do not admire them. 12 December 2017 now they are worn with children as with written sacks, so long as they don’t see or hear something superfluous. I don’t remember that in the 3rd grade someone wondered what was happening to the cat. everyone perfectly understood what she needed and, moreover, they didn’t consider her a depraved cat :-)) it’s funny to God :-))) that mother is not adequate, honestly.
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Bella Donna
We had both cats and dogs in a private house. But I do not understand when cats live at home and do not walk on the street. You know Author, when did you decide to sterilize your cat. And it is none of your business to explain the physiology of animals to the boy.
just give her a cat for a couple of days. and that's it. then take delivery.
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GOST
GOST
GOSTIC You propose not to sterilize - let him suffer further from abstinence? For health, this is very harmful, as well as childbirth twice a year. I won’t let my cat go for free range - she is dear to me. It was not enough that the dogs were torn or hit by a car. And I live on the 7th floor, if that.