dog breeding (serious answers only)?

Question

I'm interested in breeding shih tzus FOR SHOWING/BREED IMPROVEMENT. Anyone have tips they want to give?

also...about this "please get your dog fixed". Responsible breeders sell to responsible people. I will never sell any dog without knowing they have a vet and make sure the new owners have an appointment to get fixed. Its called making sure your puppies go to good homes. Also I plan on explaining why they should neuter. Otherwise I will only sell to breeders I personally meet. I am quite aware that there are many animals in shelters. But I also believe people are aware of the many children in shelters.....but for some reason these people still want to have their own. Not to make the human race stronger but...just to mate. Just like you can get a dog fixed...you can "fix" a human...or wear a condom....its called birth control. Something dogs dont have. Don't worry I also know about backyard breeding. Sick stuff.

Which are better?

Slickers, combs, or shedding blades? (or all)

raw foods or commercial?

brushing a dog's teeth or teeth cleaning treats/toys?

ceramic, stainless steel, or plastic?

leather(rolled) or nylon? (not as show collars)

Home again, 24 hour pet watch, or AVID?

also does the US sell ISO chips and do shelters/vets have scanners that read ISO/Euro chips?

1) Who said I wanted a shedding blade for a shih tzu? Im not stupid dipshit

2) People do have favorable opinions on collars at home. Leather is usually chewed on while nylon isnt but leather is more comfy as i'm told.

3) This is a question asked. Be smart and if you aren't going to give me a good answer DON'T ANSWER AT ALL!

4) Shows here....yeah still looking

5) Show lines...quality dogs...I do plan on showing....I do plan on breeding for the better. I do not plan on selling a puppy with faults to any breeder.

6) Not wanting money. I don't care if it takes me 50 years to get a good quality puppy.

and 7) You act like I don't know what i'm getting into. How bout you...get a life, meet new people and understand some people do know what they are talking about and stop answering the question that nobody asked

Answer 1

Do you have a favorite book on your breed? require the buyers to read it before they adopt a puppy. Be firm in this..its an excellent way to screen.
Put a lot of thought into your contract.
House train all puppies before they leave your home. Leash train too.
offer $100 refund when they send you a copy of the spay or neuter proof.
Offer to teach them how to show..for free
Buy the best dogs you can afford...Contact show kennels and ask if they have any retired dogs... I began with 5 and a 6 year old retired females...
Join the AKC breed parent club, and abide by their rules.
Don't breed until you have at least 3 puppies sold (with a deposit)
Test all breeding dogs for genetic defects common to your breed, as well as thyroid levels and brucelosis.

If you have even one deformity in a litter , don't breed that pair to each other again.

Answer 2

Go to local shows in your area and talk to people in the circles. Talk to your vet about the details involved in breeding. Be prepared to spend money, many people think that breeding is a quick way to make easy money, but you usually end up spending more than you think. It only take one puppy being stuck to cause a whole litter needing a c-section, which can be expensive. As far as finding homes for them, request a home visit of possible owners, ask to see the medical records of their other pets, and make everything documented. You should require the owner to have the puppy checked by a vet within 48-72 hrs to guarantee health, have them leave a spay/neuter deposit which can be returned to them upon proof of the procedure. Remember that you don't have to say yes to anyone, if they wont agree with your conditions they shouldn't own the dog. The most important thing is to be informed, read up on breeding and the breed in general. Make sure you are aware of the common medical problems and genetic illnesses often seen in this breed. You may want to consider getting pet health insurance, because you will be visiting the vet quite frequently. Bottom line, if your doing it for the money, your doing it for the wrong reasons

Answer 3

I breed German Shepherds, to do any justice to your breed , you must breed selectively. Do not breed any dogs that have even the slightest faults or health problems. I do not recommend line breeding( a nice term for inbreeding), this is why our purebred animals tend to have problems. I would also recommend that the ***** be at least 2 years old before she's bred . Having a written contract between you and the purchaser should help insure that they will treat the dog appropriately. If you do not want them to breed the pup that they purchase, make sure you only give them limited registration. Please be aware dog breeding is a lot of hard work and if done properly can be very costly. Be prepared to help deliver pups, and it isn' t uncommon to lose pups at or shortly after birth. Make sure your dogs have the proper inoculations and stress the importance of vaccinating a pup to the new owners.Feeding your dogs premium food will keep them healthier, and better able to reproduce. By the way are you aware that Royal Canin makes a food just for Shihtzus? It is a very good food, I use their German Shepherd formula.

Answer 4

Shih tzu breeding doesn't have the same issues with displaysia as most bigger dogs (although I'd get xrays of all breeding pairs anyway). Do be careful of the shih tzus propensity for eye and mouth problems. Eliminate dogs with excessively runny eyes from your breeding stock, as this is sometimes associated with early glaucoma and/or cataract issues.

Answer 5

You will want to go to the breed from which you got your dog and ask them if they know of any line that they would like to continue in your dog, You could also ask you local vet and make sure who ever you breed with has papers so that you can prove the pedigree line.

Answer 6

For somebody who SAYS they want to breed RESPONSIBLY...you are asking ALL THE WRONG QUESTIONS!!!

PURELY **NOVICE/PET** stuff ***&*** YOU are asking HERE!!!

Just to point a very FEW!!=
*Shedding blades??? For a shih tzu??? NO WAY!!! NEVER! *Collar types? That's PET stuff. Might as well ask which COLOR is "purtier"!
*"Explain" altering? You DEMAND it-under contract & limited registration & DIY *BEFORE* any pup leaves home!
* "...only sell to breeders..."??? HA! *maybe*..in 20 years or so...AFTER YOU'VE **PROVEN** your dogs QUALITY!!

Dearie,you NEED to STUDY & RESEARCH! Attend a bunch of shows,talk to REAL folks who KNOW & CARE about their breed,offer to help at ringside,apprentice,handle, STUDY PEDIGREES,purchase a *TOP-QUALITY MALE **ON SHOW-CONTRACT** & FINISH IT!!!
Then...MAYBE...you'll be ready to breed.

Answer 7

A dog will have sex with any other dog...this may come in handy for choosing a suitable mate :)