My dog is in heet now (as of yesterday). She is 2 1/2 yo. Buddy is 7. Neither one have been bred before. They have had a few play dates in the last few months to get ready for the big day. Is there a certain time during the heet to mate? Do they have to be together for a certain amount of time or over several days? How do I know if she has conceived? If she conceives, does the heet stop? How long does she carry the pups? Any info would be of most help. Thanks to all who respond.
2006-10-11 10:12:21 · 10 answers · asked by dwen2go 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Sorry, but if you need to ask any questions about breeding then PLEASE don't do it. I can understand but the puppies will be soooo cute, do yourself a favor just go to petfinder.org and look at the puppies there that need a home. For the health and happiness of both dogs have them spayed or neutered. You are not a breeder and your dogs are not show quality, and to many irresponsible people breed the dog to have cute puppies and its not fair to them. Regards KG
2006-10-11 10:24:05 · answer #1 · answered by kgreives 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, it's spelled heat, not heet. And technically, it's called estrous. I get the chills whenever someone asks these basic questions about breeding on here. Inevitably, you will go ahead and breed your dog, regardless of the recommendations on here.
So, as someone who sees the worse side of breeding, I'll let you know the things that you need to prepare for if you are going to be having puppies.
First, you need to make sure that both dogs are healthy, and free of genetic disease, such as with eyes, hearts, allergies, etc. They also should be free of infectious disease, and up to date on their vaccines, for the sake of the puppies.
Then, read as much as you can about breeding dogs, and raising puppies. There are tons of good books out there; it is up to you to learn about this, as your dog most likely can't read.
And last, save at least $2000 for a possible c-section, because problems happen all the time, mostly to the unprepared.
Oh, and make sure that you get puppy milk and bottles in case the dog won't feed the puppies, or dies in whelping. That happens too.
I think the point of my post is that breeding dogs is more than just "put them together, and let's see what happens." There is some knowledge that you should have before you go down that road. Once she's pregnant, you only get about 60 days until the pups arrive. And I really don't want to see a post in 2 months asking for advice because your dog needs a c-section and you can't afford it.
Good luck, whatever you decide. And remember, failure to plan is planning to fail.
2006-10-11 10:35:27 · answer #2 · answered by clovicat 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I believe that if you don't know how to spell the words that are central to the concept, you are not really equipped to breed.
That said, the dogs need to be cleared of any health problems before they are bred. Shih tzus are prone to many congenital diseases of the eye - CERF clearances are needed.
Has either of the dogs been shown?
Are they temperamentally sound? Do they love every person and animal they meet? Do they allow you to handle them in anyway you want (nail trimming, grooming, checking for fleas, removing them from a distraction, etc.)?
Do you have homes lined up for the pups? There are many unwanted shih tzus looking for families already. Why take homes away from them?
2006-10-11 10:25:17 · answer #3 · answered by melissa k 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you can't spell the word "heat" you shouldn't be breeding your dogs period.
Breeding should only be done by experienced people and not by anyone thinking it would be "nice" to have puppies or to make money. It is dangerous to do so without being fully informed and having experience with all of the possibilities of a bad whelping. The health of the dogs you are breeding should also be considered; do you have OFA, VWD and CERT health certifications/clearances? Are the dogs champions in the show ring? Are you doing this for the betterment of the breed?
Do your dog a favor and get her spayed.
2006-10-11 10:22:56 · answer #4 · answered by Monet_Star 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
As a rescue member I cringe when I hear of someone wanting to breed their dogs. You should only breed dogs to better the breed. If they aren't truly excellent examples of the breed they shouldn't be bred. There are enough dogs out there that need homes. Just go on petfinder and enter Shih-Tzu and you'll see what I mean. Please re-consider.
2006-10-11 10:18:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
To be honest...have puppies is a lot harder are more expensive that most people think....Not only to you have to make sure the pups are alright, there are vet costs, shots for the pups, having dew claws removes, etc....so just make sure you do all the things new puppies need
2006-10-11 10:21:11 · answer #6 · answered by yetti 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you did the right thinggetting them friend first, she will be ready about 12 days from 1st bleeding she will stand for the male about 3 days it only takes 1 mating but best to let them for 2 or 3 put them together be for shes ready as she will want to play first its kind of like she will be teasing him quite funny to watch realy , she will bleed a little more the it will become clearer and the swelling will go down and in 9 weeks the patter of little feet so to speak...good luck !
2006-10-11 10:18:57 · answer #7 · answered by cazzra1 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Soft lights, a bottle of wine and some Barry White music should help.
2006-10-11 10:17:19 · answer #8 · answered by bigggmatt 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
OMG UH UHHHHHH THTA DOG IS WAY OLDER THEN YOURS TALK TO THE VET HELL TELL U BUT DONT DO ANYTHING URSELF BECAUSE UR DOG CAN GET A DECEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-10-11 10:16:05 · answer #9 · answered by nahir_lozza 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give her a roofie!
2006-10-11 10:14:51 · answer #10 · answered by day dreamin baby 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋