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Why is my 6-month-old female golden retriever puppy mounting?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | spayed | 6 months and 21 days old | 56 lbs

My 6 month old golden retriever puppy is having very serious issues with mounting I’ve never seen females mount only males we are not spaying her she will be bred

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on November 17th, 2017

Bailey is a cutie! At this age, the mounting is a sign of dominance or just a response to excitement (nonsexual). I would only be concerned with teaching her appropriate doggie manners as not all dogs take kindly to the behavior. I hope this helps!

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