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Question by ollie
Submitted on 6/10/2004
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i have a 9 month old shihtzu and is starting to go into heat, what age should i start thinking about breeding her.

Answer by char
Submitted on 12/17/2004
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Sorry dear but you should not breed her until her 2nd or 3rd heat since she is not completely developed yet and is not fully grown. Many problems can happen due to lack of experience, research and early breeding.

Answer by hertsde
Submitted on 4/5/2006
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u should generally breed the dog in its second heat i.e about 6-8 months after first heat u get the second heat by that time ur dog gets healtier and ready enough for the litter.

Answer by Poodle
Submitted on 11/13/2006
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You can breed her on her third heat, when she is around 2 years old

Answer by Just me
Submitted on 5/21/2007
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The second heat!

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