[AngelBunny]

I defer to members who breed to address the nuts and bolts issues of your question--how often she'll come into heat, how long it lasts, what to expect, et al.

But I do have suggestions for your I don't want to get her spayed as I'd always like to know she could have pups if I wanted her to, but as I said that's not my intention! comment.

While you're waiting for those with direct knowledge of intact bitches to weigh in, start reading thru the postings here in Breeding to find out what real, bona fide COE breeders do and the steps they take before they breed.

Then hop over to Rescue to find out about BYBs.

Breeding is infinitely more than just having a fertile dog.