Breeding

How Long are Female Dogs in Heat?

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How Long are Female Dogs in Heat

How long are female dogs in heat? Generally speaking, a female dog will be in heat for around 2-4 weeks, but this will vary and has different stages. Female dogs will reach sexual maturity (puberty) at around the age of 6 months, but this can take longer for larger breeds. Once they reach this stage, … Read more

How Many Nipples Do Dogs Have?

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How many nipples do dogs have

Dogs generally have between 6 – 10 nipples. This is the case for both male and females. The total will depend on the breed and how many puppies they usually have. Generally, the more puppies a breed has, the more nipples they will also have, so that they have enough teats to feed all of … Read more