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The first thing that you will notice is a swollen vulva and a bloody discharge. This is the beginning of the heat and the eggs will not be released yet. Male dogs will already be more drawn to her, but she may not show any interest until this phase ends in 6-10 days. In the second stage of heat your dog will be fertile.Her bleeding will change from pink to a sandy color, and she will be more welcoming to male attention. This stage will last approximately 6-10 days, but can last as long as 20 days in some dogs.ost mature female dogs will go into heat every 6 months, but it is common for them to skip a cycle. The heat cycle itself will last approximately 3 weeks. It is best to wait until after your dog is two years old before you breed them so their body can fully develop before they bare puppies.
Puppies are born approximately 57 to 64 days after breeding with the average being 63 days depending on when ovulation occurred. False pregnancy does occur in dogs and the symptoms are the same as if they were indeed pregnant.