We plan to breed our girl dog when she's mature enough. When can we start?
2007-02-19 12:03:20 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
After she starts winning shows regularly and is old enough to have cleared all genetic tests and certifications. Generally these tests can't be finalized until 2 years of age or so.
Remember, if you aren't breeding to improve the breed, the dog should not be bred. Anything else is against the guidelines of the AKC and the Golden Retriever Club of America.
Was this dog bought from a showing breeder who sold the dog as a 'show dog'? If not, then while the dog is probably an outstanding pet, she probably should not be bred. AKC registration and 'champion lines' are not reasons enough to be bred.
Start showing her. Join your breed club. Meet other reputable breeders. Have the genetic tests done. And if all that goes well, then start to consider breeding her. But, not a second before.
GRCA breeding tips: http://www.grca.org/acquiring.htm#breeding
AKC responsible breeding guidelines: http://www.akc.org/breeders/resp_breeding/index.cfm
Various other sources:
http://www.thepetcenter.com/gen/dbb.html
http://dogplay.com/Breeding/index.html
http://www.chihuahua-rescue.com/postit/spayneuter.htm
http://www.geocities.com/bluegracepwd/wheretobuy.html
Right now, you aren't educated enough to be a breeder. Good and responsible breeders have been involved with their breed and know other responsible breeders. They already know how old 8itches and dogs should be before breeding. This is basic information. Yes, everyone has to start somewhere, but a good breeder starts withother breeders and by being involved in the breed. This isn't saying that you can't accomplish that, but it will take probably several more years to get to that level. If you aren't willing to put that much time into it, or she's not a show dog, then have her fixed at 6 months old.
Good luck to you. : )
2007-02-19 12:26:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not before she's two years old and had and passed genetic health testing ...OFA/PennHip on hips/elbows, CERF/PRA on eyes, thyroid....all very important in Goldens. Also not before she is either shown and pointed/championed or evaluated by at least 3 unbiased, breed knowledgable people/judges to make sure she meets breed standard.
Do NOT breed before you are well aware of all risks associated with pregnancy/whelping and have learned at least the basics of breeding, whelping & newborn care.
2007-02-19 12:46:18 · answer #2 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the traditional age for achieving puberty is around 6-12 months of age, watching this way of breed. Smaller canines usually start up piuberty previously however.. as quickly as the dogs reaches puberty, secondary sexual characters are stepped forward that enables the dogs to mate with a woman dogs. in assessment to woman canines, men have not got any warmth cycles and can mate with the female at any factor of time. i think of specific he could be old adequate to reproduce via then, however the wonderful age to allow mating of the dogs is as quickly as the dogs has crossed one 12 months of age even however the attainment of puberty might have taken place lots previously. in case you enable the dogs to mate lots previous to it achieving the age of one 12 months, the sperms is probably no longer totally stepped forward and fertilization ultimate to being pregnant could be poorer.
2016-10-02 10:18:03 · answer #3 · answered by persaud 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would you want to breed her there are to many dogs in the world!You know how many dogs are euthanised each day in shelters because they have no home? I dont think you do because you wouldnt be try to breed her. well to educate you THOUSANDS DIE EVERY DAY!people like you who breed dogs just give other people escuses not to go to the shelter and get dogs from there!!!!! go to the shelter and save a life
2007-02-19 12:19:41 · answer #4 · answered by :) 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
After you have her hips x-rayed and rated by OFA.
She needs to be two years old before you can have a hip rating done.
It is very important in Goldens as they have a high incident of hip displaysia.
Among other things.
2007-02-19 12:10:28 · answer #5 · answered by tlctreecare 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why do you plan on doing this? To help add to the already overpopulated pet population? To make money? You really do not need to breed your dog. It is irresponsible for you as a pet owner.
2007-02-19 12:10:30 · answer #6 · answered by MissAIana 2 · 2⤊ 3⤋
You should wait until she has had her his checked. OFA x-rays (hips and elbows) cannot be done until she is 2 yrs old. She should be checked for cardio problems (heart disease) and her eyes need to be CERF checked.
2007-02-19 12:13:28 · answer #7 · answered by Pam 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say about 1-2 years for a dog, but im not exactly sure, plus, i don't know if its different for a retriever. Ask your vet.
2007-02-19 12:23:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋
Id say around 1 1/5-2 yrs old thats how old my dogs mom was and all the puppies turned out great and it was a lab
2007-02-19 12:12:25 · answer #9 · answered by Emily 2 · 2⤊ 6⤋
Read the answers..this question has be ask millions of times. I am sure you will find it if you read.
2007-02-19 12:07:55 · answer #10 · answered by china 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋