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When Should I Neuter or Spay my Puppy? [plus reasons not to]

ByAmity Pets Staff Writer

Spaying and neutering are essential parts of responsible pet ownership. New puppies should be spayed or neutered early in their lives to prevent unintended pregnancy, first heats, and other potential medical issues. It is also likely that this procedure will increase your dog’s lifespan. Female dogs are spayed and male dogs are neutered. We are…

Dog Health | Dogs

When Do Dogs Have Puppies?

ByAmity Pets Staff Writer

When do dogs have puppies? The answer may surprise you. The average age of puberty in dogs is six months old. Smaller breeds can reach sexual maturity at an earlier age while large breed dogs or giant breeds can take up to two years. A dog can only become pregnant while in the second reproductive…