
Be on heat
Animal Breeding
Used to describe the time when an animal can mate, referring specifically to females.
You should separate the male dogs when the female is on heat.
Not for Humans
While this phrase applies to animals, it's not appropriate for describing human fertility periods.
Unlike animals, we don't say a woman is 'on heat'; we use different terms.
Behavioral Clues
Animals may exhibit noticeable behavior changes, such as being more vocal or restless.
My cat must be on heat – she's been meowing non-stop and rubbing against everything. WordUp Chrome Extension
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