How long after a Bichon’s heat (menstruation) is the best time to mate?
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Mating a Bichon on days 11-13 after heat begins works best, with a higher success rate. Bichons generally start ovulating around day 10 of heat, and without ovulation mating cannot result in pregnancy.
Arranging mating on days 11-13 also makes the female more accepting of the male. To improve success, let the two dogs get familiar with each other for a while first.