Evening,
My 13-year-old dog is spayed. Two of my friends' dogs, who come round to the house regularly, have always been good mates with her, but nothing more than that.
However, one of them, a 12-year-old Golden Retriever, visited recently and was completely obsessed with her—he acted like he was in love, was really pushy and, even though she rebuffed him several times, he just kept coming back for more!
A few days later, a 7-year-old Samoyed arrived; he knows her well and likes her, but usually nothing more. And yet, same thing—he seemed completely "in love". I caught him mounting her twice but managed to stop him just in time; she also snapped at him and, thankfully, he wasn't quite as persistent.
I don't understand what's happening or how to explain this change in behaviour. Does anyone have any ideas?
Thanks for any suggestions.