Golden Retriever First Heat. How Do I Know My Golden Retriever Is In Heat. It is natural for the discharge or fluid to be released from your Golden Retriever during its.
During the early phase of the Estrus cycle your dog may not be receptive to male dogs. It is normal for discharge or fluid to release from your Golden Retriever during her estrous cycle. Typically Golden Retrievers go into heat in the spring and in the fall.
Generally your female Golden Retriever will be between 10 to 14 months old before she has her first heat.
The occurrence of the first heat cycle varies based on the size of the dog. The smaller dog breeds will enter their first heat cycle at around six months of age. The chances of cancer are about 4 once the dog has been through her first heat cycle. Most veterinarians recommended spaying before your pup is 6 months of age.