I want to breed my dogs and need help? : Black Russian/German Shepard(50/50) + Chow/German Shepard(75/25?)?

Question

My male Chow cross is one of the most beautifull dogs you will ever get. Lovely + protective with children/people and not over aggresive towards other dogs but change completly when in a fight with another dog(scary). The Black Russian ***** looks and reacts like a Black Russian very protective and aggresive but will only reacts when she needs to protect. My problem is that some people believe I will breed a killer race with the Chow/Black Russian combination. I wont be able to keep all the puppies and some people will never be able to control their dogs. This is a once of combination. More info will help with my deccision

Answer 1

If you already determined that some people will never be able to control their dogs, then you answered your initial question

Answer 2

Your "most beautiful" chow mix may not have pups that take after him, same with your "looks like" Black Russian. When you have mixed breed dogs reproduce, there is no way to tell what the puppies would look like, so please don't breed mixes for looks.
Also until you have at least 8 people you know and trust, who swear they will take a puppy and keep it for ever no matter what, and be responsible in their training, you shouldn't even think of breeding. To be a responsible breeder, you have to be willing to keep any puppies you cannot place into homes with responsible owners you've checked out. Have you thought of potential genetic defects? German Shepherds are know for some crappy genetics, are you willing to fork out the cash needed to have both dogs checked out for potential problems (such as OFA certification) ?
That's a lot of what if's to consider :) You obviously love and value your companions, so I recommend having your dogs spayed & neutered. I will help prevent potential life threatening medical problems in the future. If you want another beautiful dog, check out the pounds, they are full of wonderful mixes.

Answer 3

So are you trying to invent a new breed? I wouldnt recommend this. Some things to think about are $$ of course and responsibility. Good breeders dont get rich and they are also prepared to be responsible for any puppies they produce for as long as there alive.This means if not all of there homes work out youd be willing to take them back or help place them even if its 5 years from now.What about behavior problems with the pups in the future. You as thier breeder need to be prepared to help out. Are you prepared should an emergency arise with your Bitches pregnancy. Are you prepared for the expense of pup visits to the vet. And by far are you prepared for the work it takes to keep a litter of puppies fed and clean? Your basically breeding mixed breeds, if you are intending on making a new breed do a little genetic research first, dont do this just because you think your dogs are great and the pups would be beautiful or whatever your motivation is.

Answer 4

SPAY OR NEUTER!!!!!!!!

1.Not all dogs are built to be bred.

Most pets, although lovable, are not of breeding quality because they have genetic defects and other problems that should not be perpetuated. People who breed dogs for a living are very careful about choosing which dogs they will breed together based on physical characteristics and behavior. Some people decide that it would be fun to breed and just start looking for a dog that has the proper equipment and is willing. This can be a huge mistake.

2. There are already too many dogs in the world.

Breeding your pet is a serious endeavor and should not be taken lightly. There are far too many pets that end up in shelters without good homes. If your breed of dog has large litters, what will you do if you are unable to sell the puppies? Do you really want to contribute to the massive problem of pet overpopulation?

3. Dogs that aren’t neutered face serious health risks.

Consider your dog’s own health. Male dogs that are neutered are less likely to be hit by cars, because unaltered males have a very strong urge to roam and find a fertile female. Male dogs will go over or under fences, through doors and windows, and will pull leashes out of unsuspecting hands in quest of a mate.

Additionally, neutering greatly reduces the incidence of prostatic disease and eliminates testicular cancer in males, and cuts down on breast cancer in females. The possibility of uterine infections is also eliminated by spaying.

4. Female dogs used for breeding may have unwelcome visitors.

If you spay your dog, you will not have to chase persistent male dogs out of your yard. Also, you won’t have to worry about cleaning up messy heat cycles.

5. Be prepared to work like a dog when your pet goes into labor.

Many people do not realize just how much work and expense is involved with letting dogs have puppies. Getting the mother through pregnancy is the easy part, but labor is truly laborious for dog and owner alike. Dogs usually decide to have their puppies at the most inconvenient times, like 2:00 in the morning when veterinary hospitals are closed.

If your pet develops a problem during delivery, it means at least the expense of an emergency call. If the complications are life threatening, you must be prepared, especially if you have a breed of dog that has a broad head like a pug, to pay for an emergency C-section. It is very distressing to have to leave home in the middle of the night, worry about your pet, get a large veterinary bill and then try to explain to your boss why you cannot possibly come to work the next day.

6. It can be devastating when the puppies die.

There is always the prospect of the loss of some or all of the puppies. A neonatal mortality rate of 10 to 30 percent is considered normal. And, it’s easy to lose a puppy if you don’t have the experience or knowledge to care for newborns. Because puppies are not able to regulate their own body temperature initially, you may need to supplement their environment with heat.

7. Not all dogs make the best mothers.

If your female doesn’t have enough milk to feed all its puppies, or decides that feeding her offspring is not her cup of tea, it will be your responsibility to provide them with nutrition every three to four hours, round the clock. And how many mouths are there to feed?

Another aspect of puppy care that you can look forward to if your dog wants nothing to do with her brood is the manual stimulation of urination and defecation. Until puppies are three weeks old they will only void if directly stimulated. If mom isn’t doing this, you will need to take a moistened cotton ball and gently rub the urogenital area until the babes begin to urinate and pass stool. Failure to do this can result in some pretty unhappy puppies.

8. Good luck seeing a profit!

Your last responsibility before they go to a new home is to have them dewormed, vaccinated, and examined by a veterinarian. You will want to make sure that you have budgeted a sufficient amount for this purpose. Needless to say, if you decide to breed mixed breed puppies, you have no opportunity to recoup this expense.

Puppies are a lot of fun and it can be very exciting when they are born, but more often than not, owners find themselves in over their heads when they decide to endeavor into breeding.

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SPAY OR NEUTER!!!!!!!!

Answer 5

please dont breed!! if you want to make an animals day, spay and neuter all the way!! (bumper sticker. haha) there are sooooo many dogs in the pounds and shelters who will be euthanized. all the prospective owners can find a great dog, possibly even a purebred, at their local humane society. breeding just for the heck of it or for a small profit is cruel! BTW puppies wont make you a profit if thats what your looking for with this. they often cost more in shots and everything than the price you will get for them.

Answer 6

Hi,
Don't worry, the temperament of any dog is more about their training and environment than there breeding, though certain breeds may be harder to train never-the-less no bad dogs only bad owners

Answer 7

if you're having any doubts, don't do it. besides, you never know, you may get really nice dogs that are riddled with hip displaysia probs (are your breeding dogs OFA certified??). i also agree that there are plenty of dogs that are just as nice at your local shelter or rescue group.

Answer 8

neuter and spay...can you afford shots and vet visits for all those dogs, and guarantee they will get a good loving home? and...there are so many dogs in the pound who need a home. don't do it.