What do I need to know about breeding dogs?

Question

I have two dogs (a male jack russell terrier and a female dachshound/terrier mix) and I wanted to know what age I can breed them, what kinds of health checks they will need, and all that stuff. Right now the male is 2 1/2 months and the female is 1 1/2 years. Thanks so much!

Answer 1

Bad idea. You aren't going to be producing purebred puppies, so you won't be able to sell them, and there is a huge pet overpopulation as it is. Leave it for people with AKC certified dogs, and have yours fixed.

Answer 2

the female, wait until she is at least 2 years old. The male, no less than 2.5 years old. The female should have x-rays of her hips done to make sure she can carry and birth the pups. A complete health check should also be done to the female no earlier than 2 months before breeding her to a male. The male should be no younger that 2 years old because anythign before they are still considered "teenagers". In fact, since you have small breed dogs, I'd wait until both are over 3 years old because normally small breeds come of age at a later time than large breeds. The male should also be checked for hip and bone problems that could be passed on the the offspring. If either dog has a problem with teeth, mouths, eyes, smell, bones, body, muscles, heart, stomach, or immune system, the two dogs should not be bred. If this is your first litter ever, I HIGHLY suggest you talk to your vet about delivering them for you. It will cost you roughly +/- 1000 depending on the vet. Also, since you will be breeding and raising, remember that the cost of shots after 4 weeks, after 12 weeks and sometimes after 6 months could be on your shoulders. It is not uncommon for a breeder to pay +/- 3000 for one litter of pups plus whatever care the ***** and stud need.

Answer 3

Unless you know 12 people who want your dogs, don't do it. Backyard breedings are responsible for many, many shelter dogs each year. Unless you are willing to spend 20 or 40 years in the business, not including the years of research to find the right dogs, please don't breed them. Read the website below, it would explain things better. What are your motives for breeding, anyhow? If it's money, realize that reputable breeders rarely make any profit from their pups.

Answer 4

Don't. They are mutts. There are 6 dogs killed every minute in the US because no one wants them. Please don't bring any more into the world. How can you guarantee that your puppies won't end up in a pound like that when their owners tire of them. If you want puppies, see if you can foster a pregnant dog from a shelter. Then you get the joy of birth and puppies and you will be helping out. But the rescue will find them good homes and pay for the medical. Just look on http://www.petfinder.com and see how many homeless dogs there are right now.

Answer 5

If you have to ask, then you should not do it. First of all there are already too many unwanted pets, millions of animals a year a euthenized. Second of all unless you are a professional dog breeder, breeding show dogs, then don't do it.

Answer 6

It is not a good idea to breed them. They are mutts and there are more than enough animals in the world looking for homes without you making more. If you have no idea then it is best you don't breed them. Get them spayed or neutered.

Answer 7

Why would you want to breed these 2 dogs? Forget about it and get them spayed and neutered!.

Answer 8

I have had many dogs and bred them.I have found that they are better mothers at around 2 years old.They tend to have better instincts at that age.Also small dogs sometimes need a little help with the breeding process.Especially if the male is smaller than the female.

Answer 9

You need to go to the humane society and dog pound and ask yourself if that's what you really want to do.

Answer 10

Make sure the male is in the back.
Nature will take care of the rest!