Hello everybody. Those of you from the old forum will know that I posted a message there about suggestions of how I could convince my mom to allow me to keep my dog as she is and not get her spayed. My mom believes that spaying is the only way to go. Sydney, my doggy (the little one in my avatar) is the one that I want to keep from being spayed. I don't believe in spaying. I feel that it is wrong. Well tonight I am happy to report to all of you that she will not be spayed. The decision was left in my hands. There wasn't even an argument over it. I told all of you that I would let you know as soon as I had the conversation so here it is she will not be spayed. I am very happy and I thank all of you for your help. I do have another question now and that is what am I to expect. When will she first come into heat and how long does it last. She is a German Shepherd. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

My wow, you cant believe how happy im feeling for you and your little girl :) Im so glad you could convince your mom to let the decision up to you.
Now i hope she will have a better future then her past!!

As for you other question im not realy sure how long it takes. Together with my first girl i only expearienced one heat and back then i didnt cared much for that. But im sure someone else will help you! :)

Hello. She will definately have a much better future. Thank you for all of your help Honeyraptor. I appreciate it.

*Holding hands with you jumping around

up and down dancing around the room!!!!* tee hee hee


Babe that is sooooooooooooo wonderful!!! I know how much this meant to you

and I am Soooooooooooo Happy For YOU!!!! And of course for Sydney as well....

Phew!!! What a weight off your shoulders!!!!


Congratulations....it is truly a victory!!!!


Lots of hugs and kisses
You Friend Always
Wendy :)

Thats GREAT news! :):)

My mom wanted to get my Rottweiler Neutered... I actually couldn't sleep some nights, thinking about 'what if' I woke up, and it had already been done... I love him very much, and agree, I think its wrong... Both Spaying and Neutering...

It was a great relief when I came out to her about my different kind of lifestyle... And she accepted it, So I don't have to worry about it happenin with him... :)

Once again, Thats great news to hear, I'm happy for you and Sydney!

Ttyl,
WolfGuy

Thank you very much Wendy and Wolfguy. This has preoccupoed my mind for a while and I have so much relief now. Thanks again for your support. I really appreciate it.

^_^ Another happy doggie there!Congrats, ---2--- :D

Expect the first heat when she's 7-8-9 months old.The heat cycle usually lasts for about 3 weeks (a few days more or less,depends on the dog).Get yourself prepared for red spots all around in your house :wacko: :P

Mazel tov! ;)

Thanks very much for the info Bitchfool. I appreciate it.

First heat depends on many things, breed, breeding, and individual maturity and hormonal levels.

With a German Shepard, the first heat can be anywhere from 5-6 months old to a year old. Actual maturity may be 2 years or even later.

First heats (up to the first two years of maturing/ maturity) may last only a few days or may last weeks before the bitches body adjusts to a regular cycle. They may also be more frequent than the twice a year expected in a mature bitch.

Things tto remember as basic guidelines: The larger the breed or dog, the later the maturity (and the shorter the lifespan).

Once your bitch has matured into a regular heat cycle, ANY DEVIATION from that cycle is cause for immediate concern and a trip to the vets.

Soda water is the only adequate stain remover for vaginal drippings on fabric. (and only when its a "fresh" stain)

Hi Silverwolf

You are a wealth of information.... thank you so much for always enlightening

us....morally as well as techically.... Actually there is a number of othere things I

would like to thank you for but I dont want to go off topic any more than I

already have and also I dont

want to get all emotional on this thread!!!! LOL

hugs
Wendy :)

Thanks very much Silverwolf1. I appreciate the help.

That is great to know, I am very happy she did not get sprayed.
Your dog is at most beautiful :)

Thank you very much Spirit.

eer... What is spayed?

Is that when you castrate a female dog?
(Can't find it in lexicon)