My 7-month-old puppy hasn't had her first heat. Is this normal?

There are special doggie diapers that you can get for Panda from the pet store, and I would recommend using those. I would not let her outside alone, and when you do take her outside, keep her on a lead at all times, and away from places where male unneutered dogs might be (such as a dog park). This will keep her from having a pregnancy, which is important because it's never recommended to breed a dog on her first heat. She will not be mature enough, both physically and behaviorally.

Thank you for submitting your question! Most puppies will start their first heat cycle anywhere from about 6-10 months of age. It can last upwards of 18-21 days. You will notice swelling of her vulva and mammary chain. She will spot and bleed as well. Some dogs keep themselves very clean and you only see small amounts of discharge, others will require diapers. You may observe some behavioral changes as well. These can include a decreased appetite, attraction to male dogs or being more clingy to you. Most dogs will cycle every 6-9 months with small dogs cycling more frequently and giant breeds less. I hope this information helps!

Yes it is normal, as Miley Jane is about the right age to come into heat for the first time. If you do not want puppies, I recommend having her spayed as soon as she is out of heat, which is typically within three weeks. I would keep her isolated from any intact male dogs during this time, even if you plan on breeding her at some point. It is never recommended to breed a dog on their first heat because they are not fully grown both physically or mentally. It's recommended to wait until a dog is at least two years before mating her. Have her seen by a vet soon if you want to spay her.

Great questions! Dogs can go into heat for the first time anytime after six months. It is never recommend to breed a dog on their first heat because they aren't fully mature emotionally or physically. It's best to breed them on their second or third heat for the first time. Speak to your vet about screening Mia for potential genetic health problems, and whatever dog you want to mate her with should have the same done. This prevents genetic diseases from being passed to the next generation. I hope this helps!

I'm wondering if you mean that Belle has an underbite. This can be common in breeds such as the Shih Tzu. As for not being in heat yet, she can go into heat anytime, so I would not worry about her being nine months and not having a heat yet. It can take up to a year of age before she goes into heat. I wouldn't be worried that there is a problem with her reproductive system. Best of luck, I hope this helps!

Dogs go into heat around every six months, but it's not set in stone. Give Naughty some more time, but if she hasn't gone into heat in another few weeks, have her seen by a vet. As an aside, I would make this her last litter. Dogs who are around six and older should never be bred. I would have her spayed after she weans this litter. Best of luck.

Harley can go into heat anytime after six months of age, but some dogs go into heat later than other dogs for the first time. I would plan to have her fixed on the 27th when Cuddles has her surgery. Best of luck.