Sex

Glechon dogs, like other canine species, normally attain sexual maturity between the ages of six and twelve months. About once every six months, they begin their heat cycle, commonly known as estrus, when females may be sexually receptive to male canines.

The ideal time to breed a female dog is when she has completed two heat cycles and is completely developed. It's important to get advice from a vet or experienced breeder before starting a new litter.

While certain toy and toy-sized dog breeds may go into heat as early as four months of age, bigger and gigantic dog breeds may not go into heat until they are 18-24 months old. Due to immature eggs and a lack of physical development, it is not recommended to breed a young female dog during her first or second cycle. If you have questions about whether or not your dog is ready for breeding, your vet can help.

The average length of a heat cycle is between two and four weeks. Some female dogs may be infertile early in their cycles, while others may remain fertile throughout their cycles regardless of the phase they are in.

The length of the cycle varies from dog to dog, but you'll know it's ended when her vulva shrinks back to normal and she stops bleeding and dripping.

Two of the four stages of the heat cycle include bleeding or bloody discharge. While dogs naturally know how to regulate each other's heat cycles, they may require additional care from humans to keep their discharge from getting on furniture or to treat difficulties such as uterine infections. Dog owners should pay special attention to their pets' needs during this time and give them the attention and care they deserve.