At what age can a pet dog be bred?
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A pet dog can breed after adulthood, generally after 12 months. Most dogs are sexually mature and in heat around 8 months, but the body is not fully developed, so breeding then risks dystocia.
It is generally recommended to wait until 12 months when the body is fully developed; the owner can also time breeding to the second heat.