Dog Lovers ...When is the right time?

Question

My dog is a Female Poodle she is a year and three months. I really don't want her to have pups yet...she is one herself! But people keep telling me that it is time. IS IT??

Answer 1

All dogs should have their health clearances done and pass them, before considering breeding. Just to name one is x-rays to check for the possiblity of Hip Dysplasia, which cannot be done with proper results until a dog is at least 2 yrs old. So your dog is still too young, still a pup herself, to be having her own litter yet. As I understand it, the age of 3 is a good age for a first litter.

I have to agree with other statements here about making sure your dog is really a good representation of the breed and worthy of breeding in the first place. You should definitely seek out the unbiased opinion of someone who shows poodles and can confirm your belief that your dog is worthy. It's important to go this way as you, being "mom", will be biased in your opinion, feel that she is, even if she's not. A responsible breeder makes sure there is an outside opinion BEFORE the breeding. Really the best way to do this is to show your dog and gain titles that prove your dog is a fine example of the breed. Once you do that, then you will have access to many reputable breeders who will consider your dog acceptable to allow their dog to stud (reputable breeders are VERY picky about who their dogs stud to).

Visit this link to the AKC website which details the specifics on being a reputable breeder. These are really good guidelines that all good breeders follow. For me, I won't purchase a pup from anyone who doesn't do this, and I'm willing to pay much more for these breeders pups as I know they have invested the money to ensure a healthy litter.

http://www.akc.org/breeders/resp_breeding/Articles/breeder.cfm

Every breeder starts somewhere, I just hope you make the commitment to doing it ethically and responsibly.

Answer 2

No its not time. If you are asking questions like this you definately need to get her spayed. There are way too many dogs being euthanized. You never breed before 2 years of age. First, what is the purpose behind the breeding? A dog should only be bred if they represent their breed standard and will improve upon the breed. Does she have any titles? Has she been evaluated by a reputable poodle breeder. What health test has she had- brucellois, OFA, Optigen, ect? Are you really a dog preson- into show, agility, ect? Are you prepared to acknowledge that through breeding you inevitably add to the millions of euthanized animals?

It is time to schedual for a spay. Research is important. Wait until you have fully researched breeding and find a poodle that meets it breed standard before thinking of breeding.

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Answer 3

NO it is not time.
Unless she is at least two years old she does not need to have pups.
In fact most likely she does not need to have pups ever and should be spayed for her health.
Unless she is a finished CH or holds some other type of title what makes you think she is even of the right quality to breed?
What genetic testing and medical tests have you had done for this dog to insure healthy pups? How do you know what her health status is at only 1 year and three months?
OFA will not even rate a dog until it is two years old.

Answer 4

Honestly, I would never breed a dog unless it excelled at a sport and had a great disposition. Otherwise, I alter them. I wouldnt breed your pup to be honest, if she in a sport of any kind, does she excel in it, does she have a wonderful disposition? If no is applied to any of those answers I would spay her. If you do answer yes to all of these questions then get her certified with the OFA and CERF for health clearance. If the age to breed a dog is not known than the breeding should not be dealt at all.

Answer 5

No you are right she is still a pup herself. Give her time to mature. I hope you will reconsider breeding your dog. Just because she is a pure bred doesn't mean she is breed quality and puppies are a lot of work no to mention it can be hard finding suitable homes. There are so many unwanted pets do not add to the already overcrowded pet population.

Answer 6

No! It is NOT time for her to have pups! If you are breeding, wait until she is 2 1/2 at least. And remember, do your research!

She is old enough to get spayed but not to have pups of her own! Make sure you talk to your vet before pursuing anything!

Answer 7

Generally, it's best not to breed a dog on her first heat, but after that, it's really up to you and what you are comfortable with. I would not recommend breeding a dog after 5 years of age, but I know other breeders that wait until the dog is 7 before retiring her. If you aren't ready, then don't do it. Having puppies is a huge investment of time and money. There is also the risk of losing the mom in the process, although the risk varies significantly depending on the breed.

Answer 8

First of all - she's too young, her body is not yet mature. Secondl, she should ONLY be bred if she is a truly excellent example of her breed, conformation and temperament, and has had all of her health checks (hips, elbows, brucellosis test, etc.) It would be much healthier for her to be spayed. And since you don't seem to know anything at all about breeding, you need to be educated first on the breeding process, how to look after a pregnant dog, whelping and looking after a litter. The whole process does require knowledge, you know.

Answer 9

I always spay or neuter my pets before they turn one year old. It controls the pet population and also wards off health problems that can develop when your pet becomes old. The animal shelters will not release a pet from there care until they spay or neuter it.

Answer 10

it is around that time dogs usually have pups at a very eirly age usually befor they r 1 years old