Female dogs who have not been spayed go into heat about twice a year, starting when they are about 6 to 15 months old. During heat, females are receptive to mating and release mating hormones.

Should you let a female dog go into heat before spaying? If you have decided to spay your female dog earlier on in their life, you may be questioning whether or not to allow them to go into heat ...

Dogs much like humans have a menstruation cycle but unlike their human counterparts, female dogs usually go into heat only once or twice a day and their average cycle is every 7 months.

Keep reading as we delve into everything you need to know about a female dog's heat cycle, including symptoms and behaviors to expect when your furry friend goes into heat.

Many male dogs act "crazy" when around female dogs in heat. They may become obsessed about the female dog and some may stop eating or sleeping when around the female dog. Discover what behavior ...

What to do when your dog is in heat While in heat, female dogs are eager to mate, and male dogs are more than happy to oblige. It’s biology, and those urges are strong. Your job when your dog is in ...

The smallest breeds will go into heat closer to 6 months, and the largest breeds may reach puberty until 1 year old. Once the first heat cycle occurs, they will generally occur every six months or so.

Keep reading as we delve into everything you need to know about a female dog's heat cycle, including symptoms and behaviors to expect when your furry friend goes into heat.