I'm not a breeder,?

Question

Hi,
I'm one of the biggiest dog lovers you can find and I know that I'm going to get alot of rude answers more than likley but here it is:
I want to breed Treeing Walker Coonhounds when I get older and have a house with alot of land. I don't want to be a Back yard breeder but just a well known breeder who breeds quailty puppies. I'm not even a teenager so I'll have a good while to study this and things like that.
So, I know that there are test that the Females and Males have to have. I would like to know the test and things like that if you don't mind.
I don't plan to breed a female over and over like a puppy mill. So, if you could give me the information I'd greatley appreciate it.
Thanks!

Answer 1

Well, for someone so young you already have more brains and maturity than most on here. Contact the AKC at www.akc.org They will have all the info you need. Start studying now and you will be ready once you own your own land. Follow the standard and check out the events......... Good Luck!!!!!!!! I don't see a reason for anyone to give you a rude answer if what you say is true!!!

Answer 2

Sounds like you are wanting to go about this the right way, which is great. However, please remember there are a LOT of dogs in the shelters already, by people breeding them with maybe good intentions.

First you will want to learn about the breed standard for that dog. You should only breed dogs that will increase the breed standard. Second, both the male and female dog will need to be healthy, parasite free and have the hips X-rayed and their eyes checked for any hereditary traits they might pass on to their offspring. It's better to have homes lined up for them before you actually breed them and make sure the people that take the puppies are taking them as pets only and have them sign a contract that they will not and cannot breed them. You can give them a limited AKC paper, that way they will not be able to breed them and get papers for the puppies, or you can go a step further and make them sign a contract that the must get the puppies spayed and neutered when they are old enough. Also, realize that you probably won't make much money from breeding dogs. With all the checks and health care they need, you are lucky to break even. Good luck.

Answer 3

Ok, you're on the right road though, asking questions. It's funny you want to breed Treeing Walker Coonhounds, I just read about them on AKC website. I would sugguest going to a dog show and talking to good breeders who do this for a living, not just in your breed. They would know what it takes from start to finish. In order for you not to be a backyard breeder you would have to also show your dogs to get good standings in the breeding community and then be able to have your dogs breed with others. Do lots of reading on the breed and look at a lot of dogs too. Get some hands on experience at a local vet or shelter and see if breeding is what you'd like to do or rescueing the breed would be even better. At least you didn't say lab, or poodle breeder. They're everywhere. Have fun!

Answer 4

There is too much information to give you to include in one of these answer-fields. You need to buy books specific to Coonhounds and read up everything you can about them, check with the American Kennel Club (AKC) for their specific information on what they consider to be high-quality coonhounds (i.e., the traits of th breed they look for), then purchase high quality breeding stock.

We also suggest that you get some training in dog biology and genetics, first aid and cpr for animals, dog grooming, dog training, and behavior assesments. The Humane Society of the United States offers many of these courses on-line for a nominal fee.

Volunteer at your local pound or shelter so you can get some first hand experience.

Dog breeding isn't to be taken lightly. The more education you can get now, the better you'll be as a responsible breeder when you get older.

Answer 5

A female should not be bred more then once a year, she should not be bred under the age of 2 years nor over the age of 6-7 (goes for males as well).
Both males & females need OFA/PennHip, CERF/PRA, thyroid, burcellosis and possibly other genetic tests pertinent to the breed. They also need a good pedigree which is noted for health, longevity and breed standard..if you are looking for a hunting dog litter tehn you need to not only find dogs that meet the standard and have been bred for the above but also with strong hunting lines and perferably titles in hunting/field work.
You also need to make sure that any dogs you consider are registered with a legit registry..AKC/UKC and not one of the scam registries..CKC (Continental Kennel Club,, Canine Kennel Club), ACA (American Canine Association), Worldwode, National Pet registry, etc.

Answer 6

I'm glad that you want to be responsible about this decision. I think that quality breeders are few and far between but when one wants to be, they should be encouraged. You need to get involved in showing dogs in order to do well and make a decent name for yourself. I don't know where you live but there is usually a dog show within a few hours of most people. Look up on the net for your local breed club or kennel club. They will be more than helpful to put you in touch with someone who can mentor you in your chosen breed and teach you all the things you need to know. Breeding is heartbreaking but also very rewarding as well. If you decide to make your breed better then more power to you. Let me know if you need more info on showing or anything else. I am unfamiliar with your breed but I've been showing dogs all my life.

Answer 7

There are several health tests to look for genetic disorders that are needed before a dog is used for breeding.

~ Checking, by x-rays in some cases, for orthopedic conditions should be completed and the results registered with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Some tests require the dog be at least 2 years old, so breeding should wait until tests have been completed.

~ Testing for brucellosis should be done before each breeding as it is highly contagious, can cause sterility, and can be passed to humans.

~ There are also breed-specific tests that should be investigated. Genetic disorders exist that are specific to different breeds of dogs, and some of these disorders do not appear until the dog is older. ~ Eyes should be evaluated by a registered ophthalmologist and the results registered with CERF.

Before making a decision to breed, you should be familiar with the dogs in the pedigree of both the male and female. What were their good points and what were their faults? What health problems did they have and what did they pass on to their puppies? What health problems did the littermates of the dogs in the pedigrees have? What were the temperaments like?

In addition, there are a few color genes and patterns in certain breeds that can have harmful effects on offspring if dogs with these are bred together. It is important to read the breed standards before you breed and be prepared for the potential defects that can be caused by certain colors. For example, the gene for merling pattern in certain breeds causes dilution of the coat color. When both parents pass this gene to the offspring, the resulting puppies can possibly be born deaf, blind or both.

Breeding requires a lot of research and should not be taken lightly. Even experienced breeders, if they get a dog of a different breed, will go to an expert for advice because they don?t have the knowledge to make good decisions in new breeds. Visit the AKC website for more information on responsible breeding or to find National Breed Clubs where you can begin your research on breed standards and breed-specific health issues.

There are points to consider when leaving your dog intact to use for breeding. Between breedings, the owner of a male dog has the responsibility of keeping the dog from roaming, being a nuisance, destroying property, or causing fights. Male dogs can climb or dig out of fences when a female is in heat in the vicinity. Some will mark in the house when a female is in heat, whine constantly, or become aggressive with other dogs. Females will come into heat on an average of every 6 months, and the cycle lasts for about 3 weeks. Besides the obvious bleeding and discharge to clean up, there is the confinement and isolation from other dogs necessary to prevent an accidental breeding. See Spay/Neuter Behavior Benefits

If you are prepared to continue with the breeding, there is more to learn. The pregnant female will need additional food to maintain her body weight and nutritional needs while puppies are forming and growing inside her. Preparations will also be needed for a nursery, a quiet place for her to deliver the puppies. You should also be informed and able to recognize signs of distress during labor, and be prepared to assist in the delivery or be able to contact a vet for assistance.

Once the puppies are born, they require socialization. This begins the day they are born with gentle handling. Clipping toenails starts early (2-3 weeks) to get them used to it. After their eyes and ears are open, the need to be exposed to different sights and sounds. They should be handled several times a day. It is usually good to also have other people (and children as the puppies get older) play with the puppies, but make sure they have not been around other puppies (or any sick dogs) that day, have them wash their hands, and either remove their shoes or dip them in a Clorox solution.

Puppies should be sold with contracts specifying what is expected of the buyer and seller. This includes the health guarantee and what will happen if the puppy should develop a health problem with a genetic link. Breeders should be honest about what health testing was done. Puppies should be sold on a spay/neuter clause and limited registration. If, for any reason the original buyer of the puppy can no longer keep him or her, an agreement that the puppy will be returned to you or placed in a home of which you approve. This part of the contract is to keep your puppies from ending up in a shelter, in a bad home or a puppy mill.

Remember -you are responsible for the lives you help bring into this world.

Answer 8

Well done you. Ignore all the rude answers, you are going the right way about things. I would suggest that you join a breed club and talk to as many breeders as you can, read as much as you can about the breed and see as many examples of the breed as possible. That way you'll get "your eye in" and learn to recognise a good example of the breed. You'll learn the important things to look for & the strengths to go for when buying your foundation stock and also the weaknesses to avoid.
Good Luck

Answer 9

Here is a Coonhound magazine. There may also be info about hunt tests/trials.

http://www.ukcdogs.com/pubcoonhound.htm

Also look for tests/trials at infodog.com

There are many good books about structure and genetics at dogwise.com. I really recommend K9 Structure and Terminology by Brown, but there are many other good books as well.

Answer 10

There is a lot of great information on the breeder page at AKC.org

http://www.akc.org/breeders/index.cfm?nav_area=breeders

If you look down the left side of the screen, there are all sorts of links (Getting started, insurance, other tips). You should also get to know a local breeder in your area that will let you learn from him/her.

Thank you for being a responsible young adult and wanting to do this right when you get older!