Raymond WhitneyAs a breeder or a witness to an unintentional mating, you may have encountered a strange phenomenon. After having intercourse, the dogs appear to become entangled and unable to separate. In the absence of this knowledge, it may be quite frightening.
This, however, is a regular occurrence in the dog world. Do you know what causes this problem in dogs? Vets and experienced dog breeders weigh in on this unusual occurrence in dogs and provide advice on how to deal with it.
Why Do Dogs Get Stuck When They Mate?
Dogs are so used to becoming trapped together during mating that the condition has its own medical term. Wild canines, such as wolves and foxes, have a “copulatory bond” that is similar.
The male dog’s p*nis is engorged with blood in the bulbous glandis, a part of the erectile tissue at the base of the p*nis. A man’s dog’s pushing causes this to occur after the p*nis has been placed into a female’s p*nis.
As the bulbus glandis grows, it becomes more than double the diameter of its resting length. Consequently, it gets lodged in the female’s urethra (birth canal).
The female dog’s constrictor vestibule muscles tighten simultaneously, preventing the p*nis from re-emerging from the female dog’s v*gina. The dogs are then safely restrained in this manner.
The dogs had no choice except to accept the situation. They have no control over it.
What Role Does the Copulatory Tie Play in Breeding?
It’s helpful to think about how dogs typically mate in order to gain some insight into this. First, a male dog sniffs a female dog to see if she is in heat and hence ready for mating.
However, she may also show her desire to mate by pointing her butt toward him and pointing her tail to the side.
He gets his pre-sperm ej*culate expelled from his p*nis after mounting her and beginning to thrust. The bulbus glandis expands and the female dog’s constrictor vestibule muscles contract as a result of this.
The dogs are bound in a sex bond as a result of this copulatory linkage. The male dog ej*culates his sperm into the female at this stage.
Male dogs ej*culate post-sperm portion of ej*culate after dismounting but while still in the copulatory knot. From 5 to 30 minutes, this may be done.
What Does a Copulatory Tie Look Like?
Before dismounting and turning around 180 degrees to face the other dog, a male dog ej*culates on his female companion. The female, on the other hand, still has his p*nis “trapped” inside her.
They resemble two glued-together dogs’ buttocks. If you’ve never seen it before or have no clue what it is, it may be extremely frightening. Dogs may remain in this position for more than 30 minutes.
Why Is the Copulatory Tie Needed in Dogs?
When it comes to reproduction, all animals have found ways to maximize their chances. Cats, for example, queen every 21 days or so, a process known as queening. This increases their chances of becoming pregnant year after year.
The problem is that female dogs are only fertile twice a year, which means that they can only breed once every two years. Being “in heat” or “in season” is a slang term. Dogs must make the most of the few times they get to breed. Consequently, they have developed a sexual relationship.
It is impossible for the sperm to escape from the female when the dogs are tied together during and after ej*culation. This increases the likelihood of it reaching the egg and fertilizing it, resulting in a pupal litter.
How Long Does the Copulatory Tie Last?
Copulatory ties don’t always occur, or they may be so short that you don’t even know they’ve occurred. Between 5 and 15 minutes are typical for most dogs. It’s been going on for 45 minutes in some situations.
This might be upsetting for young canines that are getting ready to mate for the first time. For others, it’s the outcome they’re hoping for.
The Copulatory Tie and Pregnancy
Copulatory ties are the subject of a lot of folklore, so let’s take a closer look at the facts. A male dog must ej*culate within her in order for the female dog to get pregnant.
Although the copulatory tie is optional, it significantly enhances the likelihood of becoming pregnant. Since it is an indication of good mating, breeders watch for it.
They also believe that the greater the duration of the copulatory bond, the greater the likelihood of conceiving successfully. A longer travel time reaching the egg explains why this is beneficial.
The fact that a couple has had a copulatory tie, however, does not ensure that they will get pregnant. There is a slew of additional issues that can affect both sexes of the dog and hinder conception.
When it comes to animal reproduction, there are no guarantees, although copulation ties are a promising omen.
What to Do About a Copulatory Tie
If your dog exhibits this behavior, do nothing about it! Although some dogs may get disturbed due to a lack of breeding experience, there is little you can do about it. There’s nothing you can do but let nature take its course.
It’s best not to try to physically separate the dogs since this might cause both of them great anguish and harm. It also reduces the likelihood of conceiving a healthy child.
Keeping your dog away from other males when she is in heat is essential if you don’t want her to become pregnant. It’s too late to intervene after a copulatory connection has begun!
Inexperienced dog owners may feel frightened and anxious when seeing a copulatory tie, but being cool is critical. The dogs will become much more agitated if you panic, making the situation even worse.
