Breeding Tips

You can start with acquiring one or two fertile female dogs. In order to get a good stud for your female you should start building your social network with other breeders.

Meet other people who know about that breed. Gather all the information that you can. Remember, the more you know the better it is for your female dog and her litter. Become a member of a local club in your area and get a mentor to help you out.

The next thing that you should do is select a kennel name and register it with the American Kennel Club (or your local/national kennel club outside the US). Even if your state does not require you to get a permit, it is good to get a permit. In the future your neighbors might object to the presence of so many dogs. A permit will help you.

You should be completely aware about your dog’s health. Know the genetic diseases that are common in that breed and you should do everything possible that they are not passed on. When you find the perfect stud for your female, introduce them properly so as to ensure successful dog breeding. Take the female for a prenatal checkup after the breeding is complete. Get proper advice from the professionals. Ask the vet the diet that your dog should be on, what symptoms to look out for, etc.

Prepare for the birth in advance. Gather all the information on labor, like what can go wrong, what to do in an emergency, etc. You should be mentally and physically prepared for any emergency. As the delivery day approaches prepare a quiet spot for your dog to deliver and have a helping box in which to place the puppy ready. Once the puppies arrive you should ensure that they are healthy and properly socialized with humans. Dogs are pack animals and do not like to be left alone; therefore, do not raise the puppies outside your home.

A responsible breeder will start to look for caring homes before dog breeding.

Interview the buyers to judge their suitability. Above all, please do recognize that it is in your power and your duty to make sure that the puppies that you bring into this world find loving and lasting homes.

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