Sex

With the exception of springtime for some breeds like Basenjis and Tibetan Mastiffs, there is no set breeding season for domesticated dogs. A dog's heat cycle lasts anywhere from 2 weeks to 4 weeks. While some female dogs stay responsive throughout the whole cycle, others may be inaccessible to male dogs during the early stages of this cycle.

Different breeds of dog may have longer or shorter cycles. The end of the cycle may be recognized when the dog's vulva shrinks back to its regular size and there is no longer any bleeding or discharge.

Sexual maturity in canines normally occurs at roughly six months of age, however this may vary greatly from dog to dog and breed to breed. Sexual maturity may occur as early as four months in smaller breeds and as late as two years in bigger breeds.

In most dogs, the gestation period (also known as the pregnant phase) lasts anywhere between 57 and 65 days, with an average of 63 days. Date of mating is very important in planned breeding.

It's crucial to keep track of the dates of any multiple matings so that you can anticipate a birth between 63 and 65 days after the last mating.

The American Kennel Club states that male dogs do not experience heat cycles and may mate at any time of the year after reaching sexual maturity (about 6 months of age).

You should know that with only one mating session, 40% of female dogs may have puppies. Having an unplanned litter of pups is a very real possibility, as shown by this high probability. In order to prevent unwanted pregnancies, it is essential for pet owners to exercise responsible breeding practices.