thinking about breeding my 22 month lab. what things should i expect from potential mates.?

Answer 1

In addition to what MMS said, you'll also want to have potential mates screened for brucellosis, which is a canine sexually transmitted disease, and you can't have hips or elbows certified until the dog is 2 (24 months old), you won't get a good price without OFA certification. Tbis is true whether you own the male or the female. Your dog will also need to be current on vaccines BEFORE getting pregnant, you can't give vaccines to a pregnant dog, and the pups will have compromised immunity if mom hasn't had her vaccines. You'll also need to deworm mom right before she gives birth, and deworm the pups at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks. Learn what's normal for pregnancy and whelping (labor and delivery) BEFORE you breed, don't come to Yahoo pets at 2 am and say "my dog is in labor,what should I do?" If you do things the RIGHT way you'll be lucky to break even.

Answer 2

Make sure both your dog and their mate have good temperaments and are OFA, CERF, and BAER tested. Are they a good representation of the breed, and will their puppies make a positive contribution to the breed? Do you have good homes lined up for the puppies in advance, and are you able and willing to keep any puppies that for whatever reason are returned? These are all important things to think about.

I adore Labs and they are one of my favorite breeds but they tend to be overbred. If I were you I would not breed her, and just enjoy having her as a pet.

Answer 3

You won't make any money out of it unless you are a bad breeder without testing your dogs for the things your dog needs to be tested for. Both dogs need their eyes tested and for hip dysplasia. If your dog is the *****, she needs all her parts checked to make sure she is healthy enought to be a mother. And if you have the stud, you need to make sure the ***** gets that done.
Reputable breeders work very hard to make the breed better. Not to make more unwanted, homeless puppies in the world.
You need to consider what you will do with the pups if you can't sell them all. You need to consider what will happen if your dog has problems during labor. You need to consider the costs associated with having all the puppies having their first shots and wellness exams. It costs a lot of money to breed. And you will be kept up at night with new pups. And you have to worry about new pups peeing and pooping everywhere. And puppy proofing your home. Well all this is if you have the *****!

Answer 4

I am with kdlyn74!! Please don't breed her! She will be happier and healthier with you not breeding her and getting her fixed!

http://www.animalsheltering.org/resource_library/magazine_articles/jul_aug_1996/dont_breed_annie.pdf

http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/why_you_should_spay_or_neuter_your_pet.html

read those, before you do anything! Please!!

I volunteer at an animal shelter and I see how many unwanted pets come in and get killed. Its the saddest thing ever! there are hundreds of pure labs out there already. I got my pure breed lab puppy at the shelter, because the breeder wasn't able to sell them all, because his girl had 13 puppies!!! think about before you do anything! If you love your dog, you will do whats best for her and get her fixed.

DONT BREED OR BUY WHILE SHELTER PETS DIE!!!

Answer 5

Article on this site, written by a veterinarian will be of help > http://www.tamu.edu/univrel/aggiedaily/news/stories/04/082604-3.html
This breeder's FAQ site is also great> http://www.breeders.net/FAQ.html

Typical breeding fee will be the going price of one pup, or pick of litter..However, I really, really recomend that you don't offer pick of litter....That nearly always brings heartache..Iif the sire's owner will settle for second pick, that would be better, but you are better off just wainting until you can pay the fee..

Answer 6

a good stable career. family locally. good education is important.

Answer 7

Please don't breed your Lab. Visit your local shelter and see how many labs are there homeless.