Judging without knowing the facts [breeding my dog]?

Question

What is so wrong about wanting to breed my dog? I have had all the checks done to make sure she is in excellent health and i have had all my other pets neutered to make sure they do not breed, have pet insurance, yearly booster injections but people still feel like they have the right to insult me and say i a bad pet owner and this really annoys me, they do not know nothing about me or my pets and i think that if you dont know the facts then you have no right to insult anyone, How many of you out there find that people judge you badly without knowing all the facts? and if no one ever breed from their dog then there would be no dogs left for anyone to own and love!!! my dogs are like my children and i care for them the same as i would a child this is why i am so angry at being insulted

Answer 1

I am so sorry for you, as I think you asked the question in good faith, and were subjected to a barrage of totally unnecessary abuse.
I strongly disapprove of the in-breeding that the Kennel club has been responsible for for years, and I think the respondents to your last question were a prime example of the sort of pedantry which still exists in that institution.
My last dog died some years ago, but I would never have bothered with a KC registered animal, she was from racing stock, although it was never intended to race her and she was always a pet.
You obviously care for your animals and have been very upset by the insensitivity of some folk who are probably just trying to maintain the high and fancy prices of the animals they breed themselves, not thinking that someone might just like a thoroughbred animal as a pet, so they would know how big it would grow, and what its likely characteristics and temperament would be.
Don't let it get to you - Good Luck

I think you have been totally misunderstood here. You do not want to be a "breeder" you just want your pet to have a litter of pups, for which you will find good homes. Money does not enter into it.
I suggest you resolve this, and your previous question as soon as possible to prevent any further damaging and depressing advice. - I have looked at your previous questions, and would suggest that other respondents do so as well before judging further.

Answer 2

The problem is that most people do not breed for the right reason. They want cute puppies or to make money. The truth is that because of the HUGE amount of dogs dying in shelters, the ONLY time a dog should be bred is if it is a good Representative of the breed. This means that it is in good health , of good confirmation, with the correct temperament. Only people who know what they are doing,and have a good knowledge of the breed and the bloodlines within that breed should ever try to breed. Do You know how to pick the right mate for your dog that will accentuate the good qualities and help phase out the bad? Is your dog SHOW QUALITY??? If so, do you show her? If so is she finished or at least a have some points under her belt? Are you prepared to spend MANY sleepless nights hand feeding the pups if the mother rejects them? Are you prepared to find responsible and loving homes for the puppies? Can you afford all that vet bills, including the possible C-section? Did you know that most responsible breeder actually LOSE money on a litter?

Answer 3

I know there are lots of bad owners out there and sheltered animals that require good homes, I think all responsible breeders would welcome legislation animal registration, to help the problem, however some people want specific breeds of dogs and dogs that are guaranteed healthy and origins are known sometimes taking a chance on a dog that may have been abused in a shelter and then being allowed to mix with children when the dogs history is not known is not safe in these circumstances even smaller dogs can be dangerous people want to and do pay for a specific dog pay a good deal of money often £200-800 depending on the breed to know the dogs is healthy and from a good home. It is these people that are generally the responsible good dog owners.

Answer 4

After reading that I'm sure that you'll agree that most people do not treat their dogs as good as you do or care as much about their health.
I understand your anger but you have to understand that others are just as upset that apparently EVERYONE with a b**** in heat thinks they HAVE to breed her without doing the research,without having the tests done and without a care about where the pups end up.
They don't care that they're flooding the market with poor quality animals.They don't care that most of the pups WILL be abused or neglected or their medical needs neglected.All these people care or think about is that they paid x amount for their dog so they think that amount x at least 6 pups and look at all the money they have!Whoopee!
Pitbulls are a dime a dozen.So are labs.The quality of german shepherds in this area is extremely poor.I could go on.
So please excuse the insults.Use your head and breed responsibly and please,PLEASE screen the buyers of your pups.Find out what their plans are for the dog.Will they see to it's training?Where will it be housed?Inside a loving home or stuck in a kennel or on a chain 24/7.Will it have plenty of company or left on it's own most of the time to get into lord knows what?And make Damn sure they're aware of your breeds exercise requirements! If they don't have time to keep up with the dog then don't sell it!
Your pups should go to NO-ONE who will not measure up to your standards.
Make sure the people are aware that you WILL be checking on the pup to insure it's quality of life.And DO NOT sell to anyone who has a problem with this.
Some things are more important than money.A life is one of them.ANY LIFE!So understand that all those who gave negative feed-back and angered you have had their hearts broken more times than they can count seeing the results of poor breeding practices by idiots who should not themselves be allowed to reproduce.

Answer 5

75% of pups don't have a long happy life or live to a ripe old age in the same home they're sold to.
Threequarters of the pups you breed will be dumped, shunted from home to home or put down.
The average life span of a dog is 14 years, but the average life expectancy is 18 months. Thats how long it takes for the average owner to get bored of their dog and its behavioural problems. Its around the age they start biting.
Its cruel to breed one litter from a female and then never breed har again. Even after she's spayed she'll want more pups. You'll think its cute that she adopts toys.
You advertised here for a male, which rings alarm bells in anyone who knows what they're doing. And youdon;t have a female thats so special that theres a queue of people waiting for her pups.

You can call that 'animal rights bullsh*t' if you like. But the fact is I'm an ex breeder and have been placed at Crufts.

Answer 6

from my point of view which is as a RVT, vet tech at a large animal hospital the breeders of a dog really need to know what they are doing. not just how to properly take care of the dog and puppies, but to know which blood lines improve the breed standard.its not about how how sweet your dog is or how much you love them. we see dogs and cats both that were breed there first estrus cycle. the babies (mom dog and cats) were breed to early. these are the people that are judged as poor breeders. there are many tests that should be done before breeding. the hips and elbows should be x-rayed. both the male and female . this is done at 2 years of age. in some breeds the eyes should be checked and a hearing test for other breeds, and you should always have a brucellosis test done on both dogs before breeding.

Answer 7

Because people that breed QUALITY dogs do not go advertising on the computer for a stud. We have a breeding planned out a YEAR or more before it actually happens and we breed along a specific "LINE", not just from someone that answers an add and whose dog has testicles.
There is no reason to breed a pet quality dog just so there will be more pets. There will continue to be pets from quality breedings.
Breeding just because you can is not a reason.

And Countyr Girl...that IS why you cannot charge much for your backyard bred Dobies!!! They are PET QUALITY BACKYARD BRED puppies, not Champion sire,Champion Dam,working titled parents,health cleared parents,thought out bred puppies......that is what the price for a GOOD quality puppy is for!!!!!!!!!! You can get a crap fee because that is what you are producing!!!!

Answer 8

Hey! The reason for that is evident in the good answers you've already gotten....BUT...to articulate it in a different way, we 'radical protectionists' have studied & seen what happens out there with breeding dogs. It's really horrible & almost every breeder who is not responsible (i.e. parents who want their kids to see the 'miracle' of birth, dogs reproducing because they have not been spayed, just letting a dog have puppies for no reason & ignoring it, etc.) add to that the millions euthanized because people treat them like they are "disposable' we tend to jump the gun. Watch Animal Planet's rescue shows to see the horrors of what people do to unwanted animals (neglect & starvation) or see information published by PETA to see why a lot of us begin with judging. I still don't agree that you should breed your dog but rather have a constructive campaign with your friends to adopt & rescue ones who will propably be killed soon. You are a good pet owner so either way Good Luck

Answer 9

Nothing wrong with wanting to breed from your dog. As you say, she is in good health so why not. My only concern is finding good homes for the puppies - lots of unwanted dogs out there, that started off as cute babies, but ended up being too much hard work for the owners.

Answer 10

I judge and I KNOW the facts.

If you do not want to be judged, don't post here. There are a ton of people who are sure they are going to be a 'good' breeder, then are not. I've seen it PERSONALLY so many times it makes me sick. I've seen people get in over their heads very quickly.. Most people who post here about becoming a breeder are doing it for all of the wrong reasons.

The list of good breeder traits from the HSUS, are you ALL of things? Do you have a mentor in your breed you can call for info and help? If not, than you are just another back yard breeder.


How to Identify a Good Dog Breeder—Tips from The Humane Society of the United States
Look for a breeder who at a minimum:
□ Keeps her dogs in the home and as part of the family—not outside in kennel runs.
□ Has dogs who appear happy and healthy, are excited to meet new people, and don’t shy away from
visitors.
□ Shows you where the dogs spend most of their time —an area that is clean and well maintained.
□ Encourages you to spend time with the puppy’s parents—at a minimum, the pup’s mother—when
you visit.
□ Breeds only one or two types of dogs, and is knowledgeable about what are called “breed standards”
(the desired characteristics of the breed in areas such as size, proportion, coat, color, and temperament).
□ Has a strong relationship with a local veterinarian and shows you records of veterinary visits for the
puppies. Explains the puppies’ medical history and what vaccinations your new puppy will need.
□ Is well versed in the potential genetic problems inherent in the breed—there are specific genetic
concerns for every breed—and explains to you what those concerns are. The breeder should have had
the puppy’s parents tested (and should have the results from the parents’ parents) to ensure they are free
of those defects, and she should be able to provide you with documentation for all testing she has done
through organizations such as the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).
□ Gives you guidance on caring and training for your puppy and is available for assistance after you
take your puppy home.
□ Provides references of other families who have purchased puppies from her.
□ Feeds high quality “premium” brand food.
□ Doesn’t always have puppies available but rather will keep a list of interested people for the next
available litter.
□ Actively competes with her dogs in conformation trials (which judge how closely dogs match their
“breed standard”), obedience trials (which judge how well dogs perform specific sets of tasks on
command), or tracking and agility trials. Good breeders will also work with local, state, and national
clubs that specialize in their specific breed.
□ Encourages multiple visits and wants your entire family to meet the puppy before you take your
puppy home.
□ Provides you with a written contract and health guarantee and allows plenty of time for you to read it
thoroughly. The breeder should not require that you use a specific veterinarian.
In addition to the above criteria, you’ll want a breeder who requires some things of you, too.
A reputable breeder doesn’t just sell her puppies to the first interested buyer!
The breeder should require you to:
□
Explain why you want a dog.
□ Tell her who in the family will be responsible for the pup’s daily care, who will attend training
classes, where the dog will spend most of her time, and what “rules” have been decided upon for the
puppy's for example, will the dog be allowed on furniture?
□ Provide a veterinary reference if you already have pets or, if you do not have other pets, she should
ask which practices you are considering for your new puppy.
□ Provide proof from your landlord or condominium board (if you rent or live in a condominium
complex) that you are allowed to have companion animals.
□ Sign a contract that you will spay or neuter the dog unless you will be actively involved in showing
him or her (which applies to show-quality dogs only).
□ Sign a contract stating that you will return the dog to the breeder should you be unable to keep the
dog at any point in the dog's life.