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Old 01-10-2011, 04:24 PM
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Does will re-cycle and enter the estrus period again every 26-28 days after the initial peak breeding season. This seems to fit pretty well in the timeline of what would be this doe's 3 estrus period this fall. Chances are high she'll be bred soon, if not already. Unfortunately, this means she'll be giving birth around the end of July or beginning of August. Most likely, this cycle of late breeding will continue for this doe if she carries her fawn to term and raises it properly. Being born that late will not fare well for the fawn or the doe leading into next winter. Expect to see some spotted fawns running around with a doe around the end of August next year.
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