Most
puppies reach sexual maturity before they are fully grown, especially with larger breeds.
Not exact matches
In fact, since domesticated dogs soon
reach sexual maturity and reproduce rapidly, an early human family would have been overrun by a pack of carnivores if some
puppies were not culled.
Even after he has
reached physical and
sexual maturity, your
puppy's brain needs the longest time to develop.
As is true for humans,
puppies may
reach sexual maturity before they
reach emotional or physical
maturity.
They can happily get on with other animals if brought up with them but Bullmastiffs of the same sex rarely get on once they
reach sexual maturity and a reputable breeder will usually not sell two
puppies of the same sex to one household.
Since neutering eliminates the instinctual need for urine marking in males and pregnancy in females, it is advisable to spay or neuter a
puppy before they
reach sexual maturity at six months of age.
Puppies usually
reach «puberty» or the beginning of
sexual maturity starting at 6 months in age.
Depending on her breed type and size, your
puppy will start adolescence and
reach sexual maturity at different times:
6 - 7 months:
Puppies» hormones will kick in as they
reach sexual maturity.