Dog breeding?

Question

Do you think its fair to breed dogs without doing the research into the dogs back ground and history?

I ask this as when deciding to breed my dog i want to do as much reserch into the dog as possible.

By the way i think you should as i have done alot of research into my dogs breed and all the relivent info that i will need.

Answer 1

No, I do not think people should breed their dogs without researching the dog, the breed, and doing the proper testing on the dog. The following is a list of things to consider when thinking of breeding your dog.

First, is your dog AKC registered? If not, stop now and do not breed your dog. Even if it is registered through a different registry, it is probably not "good" breeding material.

Next, you must know the pedigree of your dog. If it does not have any champions in it, your pup is probably not worth breeding. Stop right there and do not breed your dog.

Third, check to verify if your dog falls within breed standard set by the AKC. Go to AKC.org and check out your breed. If your dog is in any way out of standard, do not breed it.

Then, if the dog does have champions in his line,and falls within standards, take your dog into the vet and have it tested for any genetic issues that may cause it to be unfit to breed. If your vet is qualified, have the dog temperment tested also. Temperment is one of the most important attributes in a dog. If it fails any of these tests, do not breed it.

Now for my lecture....Not all dogs should be breed. Breeding takes time, energy, and a lot of money. There are so many dogs in shelters or puppy mills now, that should never have been born or breed. Please think long and hard about the quality of puppy that your dog may produce. If you have any doubts, play it safe and fix your dog.

Answer 2

If you are going to breed dogs..not only shuld you research all the dogs bloodlines and look at their temperament...you should also learn all the knowledge about actual dog pregnancy and whelping. I see too many eople who dont even know how long a dog is pregnant for. It makes me sick These sort of people sahouldn't be allowed to breed. My husband and i are planning on getting into breeding, but we are researching as much as we can about the bred we are going with and their bloodlines..any health issues, agression etc. We are also in touch with a few breeders so we can learn as much as possible about breedng before we do it. That is what a responsible breeder does. puts the temperament and health first..knows their breed and then starts. It should never be the other way round. I just wish some people would stop being ignorant and trying to make money. Its about bettering tehe breed. Not profit. Any 'good' breder knows most of the litters they produce will run at a loss, but thats not the important thing. Its being sure to find good homes where backyard breding will not occur from these well produced dogs. ( sorry but i could rant on this for hours..dont want to bore you)

Answer 3

No I think it is responsible breeding! You need to know as much as possible about the breed, How easy the bitches whelp, smaller breeds may need help more often and Caesarian sections dont come cheap, cost of housing and feeding puppies and Mum, and even how many pups the breed usually has. It is also important to choose the right stud dog. The health history of it and any known puppies will indicate whether there is an inherited problem like Hip Dysplasia. Obviously you dont want a dog who has a close relationship to the b1tch so pedigree becomes important! I dont know what breed you have but a good temperament is very important in breeds like my GSD.
Good luck and I hope you have fun rearing all the babies!

Answer 4

The only reason to breed a dog is if that dog will better the breed in whole! Is your dog a champion, has he/she won competitions in showing! Is there something Very special about your dog that no other dog of that breed has? No matter what kind of dog you have these are the only reasons why it should be breed at all.

Have you had the hips x-rayed, have you done blood test, has your vet given you approval of breed worthness!

If you are just a pet own and what to breed your dog then you would be considered a Back yard Breeder and this is not a good thing! Breeders of certain breeds have studied for years and know what to look for in a certain dog to decide weather or not that dog is breed worthy! What reason do you think you have for breeding your dog?

Please walk through the local pound or animal shelter and see for your self al the unwanted dogs that are sitting in the pound! More then half of them are unwanted Prue-breeds!!! Really they are!! I use to breed Rott until 5 years ago when the pound was over flowing with them and I made the decision to fix all of my dogs and no longer breed! My family has been breeding Rotts for over 30 years! It stops with me! Walk through the pounds and if you have any heart at all you will be calling the vet to make an appt for your dog to get it fixed!!!

Hope this helps you make the right decision!

Answer 5

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Answer 6

The only time any dog should be breed is to Better the breed...
There are too many mixes and purebreds alike in shelters and city dumps after being put to sleep because the general pet population is exploding.
Breeding is not something to take lightly and i would say health history as well as the background of as many generations as possible and dont forget all the health certifications on your animals and all the pups you may produce.
A serious breeder that has good intentions will always take back or help to re-home any pup their kennel produces.
Also a strict contract should be required so you dont find out all your pups were dumped in a shelter and put to sleep later on...or worse...there are alot of sick people in this world.

Answer 7

You shouldn't be breeding the dog unless you bought it specifically for breeding purposes, in which case you should know the dog's pedigree and bloodlines already. The dog itself should also be a good example of the breed, and have a great temperament and relevant health certificates (for example golden retrievers need hip certificates).

Answer 8

1. No. Knowing the dog's lines allows you to predict genetic issues that may arise, as well as the physical traits that may appear. Knowing about genetic issues in the lines is *critical* for breeding responsibly.

2. You must also keep in mind the breed's Standard and original function. The best place to research this is through the National Parent Club for the breed (i.e. the Siberian Husky Club of America, the United States Rhodesian Ridgeback Club, the Dachshund Club of America).

Just about all Parent Clubs have a website, these days.

Unless you're trying to improve upon your dog, physically and genetically, there's no reason to breed. You must breed with the goal of producing a genetically healthy dog that fits its breed standard, and is capable of fulfilling its original purpose.

Chances are you're not going to find a knowledgeable breeder in the newspaper classifieds. Go to the Parent Club website. Look for breeders in your area and contact them. Discuss your goals. Go to dog shows and meet other people in your breed.

Answer 9

I don't have a problem with people breeding dogs, back they should make sure that they don't cross-breed, and when they want to sell the puppies, I hope that they go and do some research about the people they sell the puppies to.

Answer 10

Not for the faint hearted
Can be expensive with stud fees, vet fees (insurance companies do not cover breeding problems).
Takes a lot of work on the owners part to help female look after her pups eg extra feeding, cleaning, not to mention the sleepless nights.
Better look into this in much more detail..