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When a female is in heat she will accept more than one male to breed with. If there are enough eggs, the sperm from more than one male can fertilize different eggs the female has.

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Is it true that a female cat will mate with more than one male and have a litter of kittens with different fathers?

Yes, it's true that a female cat can mate with several male cats and have a litter of kittens of all colors and that goes for dogs as well.


What is a sire a male or female dog?

A sire is a male dog who is the father of a litter of puppies.


A group of dog offspring is known as a?

A group of puppies is called a litter. The size of a litter can vary drastically based on the breed and if it is the dogs first litter.


How many puppies does a small dog have the first litter?

Small dogs can have varying litter sizes in their first litter, but typically they have between 1 to 4 puppies. It ultimately depends on the breed of the dog and the individual dog's genetic factors.


How is it possible for more than one male dog to father puppies in the same litter?

The female dog, when she ovulates, releases a number of eggs as opposed to the single egg that a human female will typically produce. Even though each egg will only receive one sperm, the different eggs are not discriminating as to whose sperm that is. For example, perhaps a female dog in heat was impregnated by one male dog and about 80% of her eggs were fertilized. Now, let's say she has an encounter with a different male dog whose sperm fertilize the remaining eggs. Now you've got a litter of puppies with different daddies! Say your female dog only had three puppies in her litter. Litter sizes will vary every time. This could be due to how many eggs she released, or how many sperm were successful in fertilizing the eggs. The womb is a hostile place to sperm and they do not actually survive very long inside it. If you suspect your litter of having more than one father, I'd be willing to bet it's a pretty big litter also, considering she has a better chance of a higher percentage of her eggs getting fertilized that way.

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Can a dog become pregnant from more than one male dog?

Different pups in the same litter may be sired by different fathers.


Can a dog have a baby from two dog at once?

Yes, a dog can have a litter of puppies from multiple fathers. This is not uncommon in the wild.


Can a female cat be pregnant even though she is in heat?

Yes. A cat can have kittens from different fathers in the same litter.


What happens if you bury a dog in litter?

Why would you bury a dog in litter


What is the average size of a dog litter?

Different breeds have different size litters, but in general, the average size of a dog litter is about 6 puppies.I agree some kinds of dogs have more but I know that a chihuahua has around 4 puppiesSix, but it varies from different breeds of dogs.The average size litter for a dog is 6-8. And of course that depends on the breed and size of dog and the size of the puppies. My dog is a litter of 7!!


How many fathers can one litter of kittens have?

Cats are one of the few species capable of fertilization by multiple partners on a regular basis. Technically, each kitten in a litter can have a different father, but it is not quite that likely. However many mate with the queen while she's in heat!


Does the size of a dog affect the number of puppies there is in a litter?

Yes it does. If a dog has a litter the puppies, the litter and size of offspring affected.


Can more than one male dog impregnant a female dog?

Yes. Litters can actually have puppies with different fathers.


If two male dog's got stuck the one female dog can the puppies come out like one dog or both dog's?

I've never heard of 2 male dogs mating one female at the same time... however it is my understanding that should a female mate with 2 different dogs during her heat it is possible that she could have puppies to both dogs, meaning her one litter of puppies could have different fathers


If a rough hair dog mates with another rough and produces a fully rough litter but that same girl rough dog mates with a different rough hair dog how can they produce a fully smooth litter?

it is the cells of the animals and the punnett square if it is a hybrid then it can have both sorts of puppies but what if it only has smooth puppies in the second litter??


Is it true that a female cat will mate with more than one male and have a litter of kittens with different fathers?

Yes, it's true that a female cat can mate with several male cats and have a litter of kittens of all colors and that goes for dogs as well.


Can i litter train my dog?

Yes, it is definitely possible to litter train a dog. Litter training a dog involves teaching the dog to use a designated area, such as a litter box, to relieve itself. This can be a convenient option for owners who live in apartments or have limited access to a yard, or for dogs who are unable to go outside due to illness or injury. To litter train your dog, you will need to follow these steps: Choose a suitable litter box and litter. The litter box should be large enough for your dog to comfortably stand in and turn around. You can use a traditional cat litter box or a larger plastic storage container. As for litter, you can use a litter specifically designed for dogs or a natural litter made from materials such as wood shavings or paper. Place the litter box in a designated area. Choose a location that is easily accessible for your dog and away from their food and water dishes. Introduce your dog to the litter box. Show your dog the litter box and encourage them to sniff around and explore it. You can also place a small amount of their feces in the litter box to help them understand what it is for. Encourage your dog to use the litter box. Whenever you see your dog exhibiting signs that they need to go to the bathroom, such as pacing or circling, immediately lead them to the litter box. Praise and reward them when they use the litter box. Keep an eye on your dog's progress. It may take a few days or weeks for your dog to fully understand and consistently use the litter box. If you notice that your dog is having accidents outside of the litter box, try to determine the cause and address it. Litter training a dog requires patience and consistency, but with time and effort, most dogs can be successfully trained to use a litter box. More information: ʜᴛᴛᴘꜱ://ᴡᴡᴡ.ᴅɪɢɪꜱᴛᴏʀᴇ24.ᴄᴏᴍ/ʀᴇᴅɪʀ/434590/ᴍᴀꜱᴀᴍᴜɴᴇ12/