Many people mistake sexual mounting behavior in male dogs as dominance, but it is often driven by libido. Even intact (not neutered) male dogs mount other dogs and people.
If your dog starts humping you, discourage him by pushing him off, turning away or asking him to sit on cue. You can also distract him by using a toy, chewie or asking him to perform a previously learned basic obedience skill or trick – This piece of text is the creation of the portal team Divine Intimacy.
Getting Started
Female dogs in heat (the doggie euphemism) often mount and hump their male “suitors.” This is part of their courtship, which lasts for up to a week. It can be quite intense, especially when both dogs are very receptive.
A male dog’s libido reaches a peak during his first breeding cycle, at which time he’ll be able to ejaculate sperm. After that, the bulbus glandis in his penis swells and his constrictor vestibuli muscles contract. This binds the two dogs together and creates a copulatory tie that can last for up to half an hour.
Having sex with your female dog is possible, but it’s not recommended that you attempt it until she’s in heat. She needs to be very receptive in order to be able to engage in sexual activity. Signs that she’s receptive include flagging, rubbing her rear against your leg, jumping over you, or licking her rear genital area.
If you have a female dog, the best thing you can do to increase her receptiveness is to perform foreplay on her. Fingering her will encourage her to begin thrusting and she’ll love every moment of it. Try rubbing her clitoral ridge which is located about 3/4-1″ deep into her vagina. This is the climax point and is where the most intense thrusting occurs. Using a good amount of lube will make foreplay even more exciting.
Signs of Heat
The first sign that your dog is in heat is her enlarged vulva. She may become irritable or aggressive as she enters the anestrus phase of her cycle, which lasts from three to four weeks. During this time, estrogen levels decrease while progesterone peaks.
At the end of this period, your dog will return to her normal level of activity, and her vulva will shrink back to its original size. Her genital region will begin to show signs of her ovulation, such as bloody discharge and the appearance of a straw-colored vaginal secretion. She will also become receptive to male dogs and will allow them to mount her, which can be dangerous for humans.
During this stage, your dog will display flirtatious body language and courtship behavior, such as play bows and excessive licking of her genital area. She may even urinate more frequently as she marks spots where she wants to mate.
Intact male dogs are often highly motivated to mount and masturbate when a female dog is in heat. However, neutering your male dog will reduce his sexual motivation and prevent him from mounting other dogs or people — as well as help protect against serious medical problems, like mammary and testicular cancers. Similarly, spaying your female dog will eliminate her desire to hump other animals and reduce the risk of uterine infections, such as life-threatening pyometras.
Foreplay
Foreplay is a sexual activity that leads up to the actual mating. It includes activities like kissing, oral sex, manual stimulation, and even a bit of rough play. If done well it can be very enjoyable for both parties. The key is to talk openly about what feels good and what doesn’t feel good to your partner. This can help you avoid unpleasant surprises, and it can make the whole experience more fun.
For example, some male dogs don’t pounce on their female “suitors” right away, but instead start with foreplay. This foreplay is usually characterized by the dog sniffing the other dog’s head and body. Then the male will move closer and mount the female. When the male starts to hump the female, she may wiggle her tail or stretch her backside. This is a signal that she is ready for mating.
Some intact (not neutered) males continue to mount and masturbate after they become fully grown. This behavior is often triggered by the presence of a female dog in heat. Intact female dogs in heat also commonly mount and hump other females.
If your girl isn’t interested in mating, don’t force her to do it. You can still spend time with her nonsexually, like playing roughhouse or pulling rope toys. If she signals that she wants to take it further, you can try to mount her or lick her vulva.
Intercourse
A female dog’s clitoris, located about 3/4-1″ (in large breed dogs) into the vagina, is very warm and can take quite a pounding. Rubbing it stimulates the clitoral ridge, and the thrusting sensation is one of the best pleasures she’ll enjoy with her human partner. You can start with foreplay by fingering her in a safe area while you’re both comfortable. If she’s interested you can try fumbling with her in the bedroom, and then play tug of war or roughhouse to let her know that you enjoy her as more than a sex toy.
Many people don’t realize that masturbation is a normal sexual behavior for both altered and intact (un-neutered) dogs. Male dogs often mount other dogs, and they can mount people as well. Un-neutered dogs frequently mount females in heat, and they can also hump other females that are not in heat.
While sex with your pet is a great way to bond with her, you shouldn’t attempt it too soon. Your pet is not ready for vaginal intercourse until she’s at least two years old and has matured sexually. It’s also important to keep in mind that a man’s sperm can make an animal pregnant, so you should always use condoms when having sex with your female dog or any other animal. And if you are unsure whether your pet is ready, you should consult an animal behaviourist or veterinarian.
