You can check out your local pet supply store, they should have a pads for when dogs go into heat (can't remember the exact name). Essentially its comes in the form of a panty that fits around the dog with changeable pads in the center.
yes you get drops of blood
Yes - get her spayed. Keeping her in the house, away from other dogs will not stop her from coming into heat but it will prevent her from getting pregnant.
Get her spayed, or keep her inside, and away from male dogs.
No, this is a myth. Turpentine is a solvent that is toxic to dogs.
If it is rolling in its own mess or that of dogs it lives with, that will be hard. You will need to be very diligent about cleaning up after them. Of course, that would make life more pleasant for whoever has to mow the lawn, too. If it is rolling in feces outside it's own yard, you will have to keep it in its own yard, except when it is on a leash. And even then, you will need to maintain control over your dog. This will be easier if the dog has had obedience classes.
You cannot have a dog spayed during her heat cycle, you must wait until she has finished her season. After this, spaying would be a very good idea and will benefit both the health of the dog and prevent more unwanted puppies being euthanised.
You can buy special ''nappies'' or ''dog towels'' which keep the dog from dripping all over your house. You should also keep her well away from other dogs and DO NOT let her off the lead on walks until her heat cycle has ended. The last thing the World needs is more unwanted puppies. Heat lasts for around two weeks and happens every six months.
Yes.
To prevent a spinning soda can from causing a mess, simply place it on a flat surface and avoid shaking or tipping it over. This will help keep the carbonated liquid inside the can and prevent spills.
A dog whistle may help prevent a dog from attacking by distracting or calming the dog, but its effectiveness can vary depending on the individual dog and the situation. It is not a guaranteed method to prevent an attack.
Yes, it is normal for the vulva (the outer area of the female genitals, outside the vagina, including the labia) to swell, and for blood or other fluids to drip from the vagina. When the dog is in estrus, she is fertile, so you might want to keep her indoors to prevent pregnancy. To avoid the mess and behavior problems often associated with estrus, and unwanted puppies, have your dog spayed.
It is perfectly normal for an older dog to have no control over his bowel movements. To prevent mess let him/her out regularly.