do we have to wait a few day's? or can she mate anytime?
2007-02-12 12:10:31 · 7 answers · asked by clintandchelle 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Dogs are receptive when the bloody discharge starts changing in color to a watery mix of blood. Also the swelling starts to soften up a bit. Rule of thumb would be at 11 days and then every other day until day 14 but that varies with individual dogs.
2007-02-12 12:14:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't suggest breeding her right now simply becaue, no offense, you don't seem to know very much about breeding a dog. I'm not trying to insult you intelligence but there is a lot of research that goes into breeding. It's more complex than just getting two dogs together. First, you have to have documentation for both potential parents of the dogs, you have to have physicals to check for abnormalities or genetic defects and to make sure the dog is suited to give birth or find out what complications could arise and how to deal with them. You also have to test the compatibility of the birch and stud. If the dogs don't get along you don't want them to be around each other when one is in heat or you could result in two seriously wounded dogs. I would suggest putting it off for a year and research a bit. There are plenty of reputable groups that would be willing to help you out or give you advice. Here is the AKC website that list the steps to responsible breeding. I hope this didn't sound harsh I just want you and your dog to be well prepared for such a big step. Good luck!
2007-02-12 12:25:11 · answer #2 · answered by al l 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She can mate at anytime. All I had growing up were chihuahuas. She will get pregnant very easily. Just keep an eye on her to make sure she mates with another chihuahua and not a big dog! Also, when the chihuahua is close to giving birth,it starts to look for secretive places...like behind the washing machine or dryer.. You need to keep an eye when she does that. When ours were born the mother didn't chew the sac off one of the babies and it died.Just keep a respectfuyl distance as she will be snappy.
2007-02-12 12:15:35 · answer #3 · answered by JAMIE 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait until about day 10 to breed her. That is when they are the most receptive. Breed her 2 days in a row. Good luck! Chihuahua breeder
2007-02-12 12:27:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I imagine you have a stud picked out, etc. She will not be receptive in the beginning and likely the dog will not be interested in her, either. You need to watch for tail "flagging" as a sign of being receptive.
Is the dog experienced? Who will assist the breeding? Sometimes the female will even attack the dog, etc. If they mate successfully and are tied, I have seen bitches actually try to "leave" and the dog could get injured.
You might wish to get as many books as you can from the library...it helped me a lot in the beginning....good luck to you!
2007-02-12 12:40:30 · answer #5 · answered by fanci 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have to ask this question on Yahoo, you shouldn't be breeding. Dogs shouldn't be bred without the proper health tests, checks for structure, temperament, and months (if not years) of studying pedigrees, showing the dog in conformation or obedience/agility/etc. If you have to ask, you shouldn't be breeding. Don't be a backyard breeder and add to the millions of dogs in animal shelters. Please do the right thing and spay her after her estrus is over.
2007-02-12 12:19:01 · answer #6 · answered by Cave Canem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to get her spayed first....
seriously do you think you should think a little further ahead about something like this instead trying to figure it now...
2007-02-12 15:37:32 · answer #7 · answered by Eric J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋