https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u en-us 2016-10-06 15:02:41 UTC 2023-06-12 16:44:45 UTC hello@padlet.com lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129370439 This video shows common mating behaviors in canines, such as licking and sniffing the vulva of the female and attempted mountings. ]]> 2016-10-09 23:10:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129370439 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129371906 2016-10-09 23:28:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129371906 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129371907 This study proposes that the correlation between increased precipitation and increased mating in dogs is due to the increased ability to pick up pheromones in the air due to the humidity and the washing away of olfactory "noise."]]> 2016-10-09 23:28:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129371907 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129373789 One common canine mating/courtship behavior is sniffing/licking the urogenital area.  "Principles and Applications of Domestic Animal Behaviors," written by Edward Price explains that "Olfactory cues associated with urine from an estrous female or from different parts of the female's body can also aid males in locating and identifying sexually receptive females and stimulating pre-mating and copulatory behavior" (Price 117). The book referenced above also explains that although sniffing and licking occurs, a flehmen response (curling of the lip) is not exhibited in dogs.]]> 2016-10-09 23:52:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129373789 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129374053 Female canines will sometimes mount each other when they are in "heat" to display sexual receptivity. Males may have many unsuccessful attempts at mounting the female before they actually reach a "locked" state. ]]> 2016-10-09 23:55:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129374053 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129375055 When female dogs are in "heat," or estrus, there can be many different signs.  One sign that an owner can easily identify is a swollen vulva.]]> 2016-10-10 00:08:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129375055 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129376195 Dog breeding is becoming a large industry. Some dogs are bred specifically to hunt or to be in shows. Time to engage in courtship behaviors (running, playing, licking, etc.) is necessary before the actual breeding process begins. It is best for at least one of the dogs to be experienced to make the breeding go smoothly. Artificial insemination can also hold benefits. It may be cheaper, less stressful for the female, and the sperm can be tested to ensure viability. ]]> 2016-10-10 00:18:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129376195 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129377923 In this study, all matings took place between August and December with a peak in September to November (monsoon months). This study found that female canines showed selectivity and seemed to be more attracted to older males. There was a positive correlation between frequency of mountings and number of males present, but a negative correlation between number of males present and successful copulations. Six types of mating were observed during this study.]]> 2016-10-10 00:40:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129377923 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129379067 As shown above, dogs often sniff the urogenital regions of other dogs to detect pheromones. Dogs' hind ends can be compared to an ID card. The pheromones present provide other dogs with lots of general information.]]> 2016-10-10 00:54:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129379067 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129379740 Although it is a common behavior between canines of all ages, chasing each other and playing is a common courtship behavior. ]]> 2016-10-10 01:01:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129379740 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129380100 After a few initial minutes of mating (mounting), the longer phase of mating ensues. This is often referred to as the dogs being "tied," and a mounting position is not necessary.]]> 2016-10-10 01:03:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129380100 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129380880 This picture shows up close images of wolves that are tied. The purpose of the tie is to stimulate the male to inseminate the female.]]> 2016-10-10 01:08:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129380880 lahowa1 https://padlet.com/lahowa1/qtjbzuxgwu3u/wish/129669629 "Dog Breeding: The Act of Mating And/or Artificial Insemination." Dog Breeding Information. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 Oct. 2016.

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