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Will my 9-month-old Pomeranian be hurt by mating in first heat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | unspayed

Our 9 month old pomeranian dog tied up with our male dog during her first heat cycle.will it affect her badly?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on May 11th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! No, it will not hurt her to have puppies at this young of an age. If you do not want puppies, discuss with your Vet having her spayed. Otherwise spay her after the puppies are weaned. I wish you the best!

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