How often can dogs have puppies?

2009-07-10How Often Can a Dog Have a Litter? A female dog will have her first heat between 6 and 12 months of age, but that doesn't mean she's ready to mate. Depending on her size, genetics and breed, she will continue to go into season every four to 12 months. read more

A female dog will have her first heat between 6 and 12 months of age, but that doesn't mean she's ready to mate. Depending on her size, genetics and breed, she will continue to go into season every four to 12 months. read more

Quick Answer. According to VCA Animal Hospitals, the average female dog goes into estrus twice a year, which means she can have two litters of puppies a year. However, just because a dog is in estrus does not always translate to pregnancy. read more

This is very important so that you can decide whether your dog is too young or too old to bear a puppy. Dogs tend to go into their first heat anywhere between 6 months and 1 year or more, depending on breed. read more