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***Melissa***
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Heat Cycle

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At what age does a female come into heat for the first time (approximately)?

Bibi (jack russel x dashchund) is a little over 7 months old now, and so far I didn't detect any changes in her personality, but I'm sooo afraid I won't notice it.

Bibi is my first female, so I have no idea how obvious it would be?
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Any time from six months onward, but some breeds go well over a year.

I haven't time to do a full description of the heat cycle just now, but some of us did a short while ago, so if you do a Search you should come up with lots of information, and then come back and ask your questions, and I'll be back with more time later. :D
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The youngest ***** that I have had came into season when she was 8 months old, Tilly was the oldest at 16 months old, it depends on the dog. Don't worry, you won't miss it :lol:

We don't know if Dolly has been spayed or not and there is no visable scar so I am waiting, if she comes into season she will be spayed 3 months after, if she doesn't, then I am extremely lucky. :lol:
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Thanx Nettle, yes, I did read through the other thread where you described the heat cycle. :D (it was very interesting by the way)

And I have been watching her closely for signs, but haven't notice any so far. I just wanted to know the approximate age - I thought it would be easier, but it seems like I'll just have to keep watching her for who knows how long :lol:
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Mattie wrote: Don't worry, you won't miss it :lol:
:shock: I hope not!!! :lol: (but that's what I'm afraid of)

I'll just keep an eye on her, as it can happen any time from now untill who knows when :lol:
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She will give plenty of warning - her fur will become softer, she'll need to pee more, she may become scatty or secretive or very girlie, several weeks before the big event.
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