The dog that I'm sitting is in heat but I wasnt told she would start before the visit started. What do i do now?

If you aren't sure if the owners will reimburse you - a cheap alternative is go buy disposable baby diapers made for the correct weight. Figure out where a small slit needs to be made on the diaper for the tail to thread through, and then place on the dog. When they return for their dog, give them the receipt and ask for reimbursement.

I like all of the doggie diaper suggestions and want to suggest that you write up a policy page, contract, etc for clients to read/sign prior to service. Required items can be listed as well as reimbursement of needed supplies. Expectations are upfront and the families know to reimburse you --- as needed --- when they get home.

Since the dog is in your care, first and foremost contact the owner immediately to inform them. If stated on your page that you don't accept dogs in heat provide the client with the unfortunate information and arrange a pick-up. If willing to watch the dog in heat contact the owner to see on their behalf if they have a certain budget they're willing to spend for the essentials needed; therefore, you're well aware that you'll be compensated. There's various of options to choose from when trying to help the bleeding. Try using a diaper depending on the dog size, menstrual pads held down by some cloth (tights, panties, tight shorts), or gather some tissue/cotton stuff it onto some tape before taping it down to her lower body like a diaper. As for the dog until the bleeding stops within a few days it's important to make sure she's occupied, hydrated and in a isolated area where she can't stain any useful furniture. Would possibly recommend placing her in a cage if all odds fail.