What is the average time table of a female dog's reproductive cycle?

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My female rottweiler has started showing signs of being in heat over the last couple days. She displays both physical and emotional symptoms as well. My roommate's has an 8 yr old male pommeranian who's behavior confirms something is going on with her.
She just turned 11 months on Tuesday so this would be her first heat. I plan to breed her at some point but I don't want unwanted mutts. I have also heard it's best to wait until at least the 3rd heat.
I am keeping her confined the best I can till her cycle is over but I have no clue how long that is. What is the average cycle like for a dog? How often should she come in, how long does it typically last, are there warning signs, how do I tell when it's over? All I know are some basics
 
For a dog the size of a rottie you should wait until the dog is at least 2 years of age before breeding her. You need to find a mentor in the meantime, so they can help you with getting your dog all the test necessary before breeding.

The heat cycle lasts for 21 days, 7 days going in, 7 days in and 7 days going out. Do not let your dog outside unsupervised or off leash for these 3 weeks. Find a mentor quickly so you can do the breeding in a respnsible manner if you must breed.
 
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