Friday, May 8, 2009

Dogs in heat?

What is the typical age for dogs to go into heat? And when should you breed them (I heard their 2nd cycle)?
Answers:
Depending on breed and size anywhere from 6 months to a year the can have their first heat. I would not suggest breeding a dog until they r two years old, from personal expierence. They r still kind of young to worry about pups and may not be a good mom. But, asking your vet or doing some yahoo or googles searches may help you too...
please please please dont ask this question,. You wil just get upset when everyone bashes you for being a backyard breeder! Whether you have one litter or a thousand it's wrong,you have no clue what you ae doing, and because of people like you there are millions of dogs that are euthanized each year due to overpopulation.
Dogs are not money making machines they are companions. Maybe you should treat them as such
it can range from 6 to 9 months for their first session
plz be4 u decide to breed her make sure u can find homes for the pups and u can affrod the vet care she will need
also it might help u if u go and talk to a professional breeder to find out wot it entails be4 u go ahead
good luck
they say miss the 1st one out cuz the dog is too young
The first heat can be anywhere from 6 months and on. They should not be bred until they are 2 years or older. Also they should be tested by a vet to make sure she is genetically sound. All the best;~)
The first heat can be anywhere from 6 months and on. They should be bred until they are 2 years or older
I am not sure when they first go in heat, yes you are right the second cycle is good.
They typically go into heat for the first time. They should not be bred until they are AT LEAST two years old. Bulldogs also need to be screened for:
Pulmonic Stenosis
Tetralogy of Fallot
Aortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus, or PDA
Ventricular Septal Defect
Heart Murmur
Bracycephalic airway disease/syndrome
Pateller Luxation
Hip Dysplasia (OFA certification)
Elbow Dysplasia (OFA certification)
Hypothyroidism
And they need an annual CERF exam to check for eye defects.
Keep in mind that bulldogs normally require cesarians, and that they have a tendency to sit on their pups and smother them. So make sure you have enough money put aside for the vet bills and at least three weeks during which you can supervise the mom and pups around the clock.

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