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My dog is in heat for 7 days. How can I tell she's ready to mate?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boerboel | Female

My dog has been on heat for 7 days now and i have no idea how to help her mate with her male companion

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on February 27th, 2020

Hi there. Females are not ready to mate until a specific time during their heat cycle, which usually occurs about 11-13 days after the start of bleeding. She will not allow the male to mount her until this time.

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