Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo
  • Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!

    rewards header
    Become a member today!
    Members-only pricing and offers, personalized care notifications, Vital Care points back on every purchase and more!
    Petco Pay LogoBecome a credit card member today!

    Earn 2X Pals Rewards points at Petco
    when you use Petco Pay!

    APPLY NOW
    Learn More About Petco Pay Benefits

Is my dog safe from pregnancy after a contraception shot during her heat?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cocker Spaniel | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 18 lbs

I got my spanial bitch and was told her season was three months away. Took her to my vets and her season had started so i had her injected with a contraception untill she is spayed is she safe from pregnacy

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Angel Alvarado, LVT

Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 29th, 2020

Injectable contraception is not without its risks in dogs. It would likely have been safer to isolate her from male dogs until her heat passed in a few weeks. It is good, however, that you plan on having her spayed,
Vote Icon1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Smart Picks for Smart Questions

Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Share

Styled arrow button