When pet dogs and cats reach a certain age, dogs and cats will appear in some estrus. Male dogs and cats will produce sperm with a certain fertilizing ability and slowly begin to transition to sexual maturity. Maturity does not mean that it is possible. Breeding period, because the dog's body has not yet fully matured. The most suitable period for breeding begins around 12 months of age.

1. When is the estrus period for dogs and cats

1. Generally, small dogs and hybrid breeds mature sexually earlier, while large dogs mature later.

2. It is generally believed that sexual maturity occurs between 8 and 12 months after birth, with some cases occurring as early as 6 months. Small and medium-sized dogs have a high survival rate when they are 1-1.5 years old. It is most suitable for large dogs to start breeding at the age of 2.

3. Dogs and cats are animals in single estrus and do not go into estrus repeatedly. Normally, most dogs and cats go into estrus twice a year. Most dogs and cats go into estrus once each year in March and April in spring and September and October in autumn. Therefore, there is a saying that cats are three and dogs are four, which usually refers to the inter-estrus period.

4. In rare cases, dogs and cats also go into heat in summer and winter.

2. External factors that affect dogs and cats’ estrus

1. Season: Usually spring and autumn are the peak periods of estrus.

2. Age: at least 6-8 months old.

3. Climate: Temperature, humidity, suitable environment, easy to go into estrus.

4. Physical condition: Usually strong, healthy, and disease-free dogs and cats are prone to estrus.

Warm reminder: If you are not planning to breed, it is recommended to arrange sterilization as soon as possible between the ages of 7 and 10 months to reduce unnecessary troubles caused by dogs and cats in heat in the future.