I have a 10 mth old fully bred pedigree boxer and I was wondering how old does a dog have to be to stud are there any guidelines to follow from kennel clubs etc, or is it a case of the older the dog the better the stud it makes ?
2007-05-30 13:00:14 · 9 answers · asked by lainey 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The right time to offer him at stud is after he's completed his championship to prove that he's top quality, therefore an asset to his breed. He also needs to have been x-rayed for hip and elbow dysplasia and been certified clearn, had a brucellosis test. Just because a dog is a purebred (and all purebreds have pedigrees), doesn't mean they're breeding quality. At least 75% of the dogs out there are pet quality who would not improve their breed if they were allowed to reproduce.
2007-05-30 13:04:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 9⤊ 0⤋
I must agree completely with the above poster. Just because your dog is registered does NOT make him breeding quality. Does he have excellent to above excellent conformation according to his breed standards? Do you know this because he has been evaluated by a very serious and experienced boxer breeder? The dog's pedigree should be evaluated as well. There should be little to no inbreeding and you should see the pedigree lined with champions.
After the dog is well titled and has proven to be an exemplary example of his breed conformationally as well as temperament wise, and has passed all physical check ups in regards to his breed, then stud him out. Otherwise have him neutered and enjoy him as a pet.
There are lots and lots of boxers that end up in rescues and shelters. Don't be a part of the problem.
2007-05-30 20:12:49 · answer #2 · answered by The OTHER Boelyn Chic 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
The best time to breed your boxer male is after you have shown him and he has received his Champion (CH) title with preferably AKC, but there are some other organizations. This shows that he will be passing on the best of traits to the new puppies.
You must also have him vet checked for all the necessary tests.
I found a great site that tells you all you need to think about:
http://www.boxerworld.com/forums/view_top-6-reasons-people-give-to-breed.htm
Please visit the site!
2007-05-30 20:17:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
1) not before he's 2 years old
2) not before he has had all genetic health tests ....OFA/PennHip, CERF/PRA, thyroid and other tests pertinent to the breed
3) not before you have researched his pedigree for at least 4-5 generations for health, longevity,temperament and breed standard
4) not before he has either been shown and pointed/championed or has been evaluated by at least 3 unbiased breed knowledgable people/judges
5) not before you have thoroughly learned as much as possible about your breed
6) not before you have learned all the general basic knowledge of breeding
7) only if your dog is registered with a legit registry such as AKC, UKC (United Kennel Club) or CKC (Canadian Kennel Club).
Breeding isn't to be taken lightly..it IS a MAJOR RESPONSABILITY!!! You as stud owner are just as responsible for all puppies produced as the female owner is.
2007-05-30 20:27:17 · answer #4 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go into this properly and study.
If you like the breed then do something to promote it by only using your dog for stud if it is of the finest quality. If I was to mention 'topographical angulation' and 'skeletal angulation' would you know what I meant?
You have already been given some top quality answers and I hope that you will take them to heart.Even they, have only just scatched the surface though. You have asked for advice and that given is good.
Please ...please take it on board and don't just be one of those "Oh. I want my dogs to have puppies, people." There are so many second rate backstreet breeders producing second rate dogs already!
2007-05-31 01:19:32 · answer #5 · answered by Collie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
AC wants he male to be 8 months or older. I would say you should wait for your male to be a year old. As for these people telling you that you should wait until your dog is shown. Don't worry about that. I stud out my two Shh Tu and the only rings they have seen was a bath tub ring. They are AC and DNA tested and I go by their rules. They are tested for everything there is to be tested and you do not have to show your dog in order to stud him out. Just make sure he is a year old and health check is good.
2007-05-30 21:13:25 · answer #6 · answered by china 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋
at lease 1 1/2 years old
2007-06-03 19:17:01 · answer #7 · answered by orphan animals 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As the above answer said. I was going to post something silly like: just about 5 days after you have him neutered.
2007-05-30 20:08:37 · answer #8 · answered by DaveSFV 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just encountered this question myself. I have a King Charles Cav Spaniel, and when he was less than 2 yrs., my Vet said he was definitely ready. He said that when I found a mate, he would know what to do. I don't know about the guidlines, etc., but I trust my Vet; he's an expert on the subject. I don't know about the older dog thing you asked about.
2007-05-30 20:12:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋