I am breeding my dog, I am new to this...?

Question

before I hear from the "spay and neuter" police, both dogs have already had genetic tests, vet checked, they are both healthy, and we already have buyers for the pups, if we ever get them. So, please don't lecture me on breeding. Serious answers would greatly be appreciated. My female is in the 12 day of her heat, when the male is around, he is sniffing her behind, she is flagging her tail and standing, but he cannot seem to mount her and penetrate. The owner picked him up this morning and is bringing him back Thursday because all the fireworks are scaring them. My question is, is it normal for it to take so many tries from the male? I am worried that my female is too small, but the vet said she would be ok with him, she is 11 and half lbs and he is about18 lbs. Is he too big? The owner of the male seemed a little frustrated this morning, she expected him to have done his business and doesn't understand why he is having problems, as he is a proven stud. Does anyone have any advise?

to la buela, do you think "professionals" started out as professionals? breeders have to start somewhere. lighten up. I asked a question to get other breeders opionions and or advice.

Answer 1

Here are a couple things to concider first off, the best time to breed your b*tch is between the 10-14th day, sounds like you might miss this one. Secondly if your female is quite a bit smaller than your male, you might have to look into possible c-section if the puppies are too big.

Some dogs that are new at the mating deal can hop on and off alot til they get it right which is kindof what this sounds like to me.

You can always artificially inseminate if need to.

A BIG problem is, the female should be taken to the male!! not Male taken to the female, the male has more things to do sometimes than mount like find areas he needs to mark to keep the other dogs away.

I have been breeding only about 5-6 years now, I still learn things daily but that is a very big thing as far as you bringing the male to you.. Now, is this other lady new to this too?
Bring your female there.. and i honestly would do it today and leave her there for 2 days.. 10-14day is best time to breed

Answer 2

This is very unusual for the Stud Dog to go to the female's home. Normally it is the other way around. Your Stud Dog owner cannot know very much about stud work. This should be done in a controlled environment, preferably with the Stud's owner at the rear end of your dog and with you at the front holding on to her collar and giving her reassurance.

What is this guy doing to earn his stud fee, if anything?

She probably isn't ready yet. If she was she would readily accept the male. You should have had a blood test done on her 9th day by the Vet to see if she was ovulating or not. My females will usually accept a dog on the 13th and 14th day.

There is an awful lot to learn about breeding and stud work.
For instance would the stud's owner know how to check the female to see if she had a stricture? If she has there is no way the male can penetrate her. It might be prudent to get all this checked out by your Vet. Has your ***** been swabbed to check if she has any infection? Most Stud owners insist on this here.

Don't go into this lightly. Get some professional advice from your Vet about the pros and cons of breeding.

I feel that this Stud Dog owner hasn't a clue about stud work and is just putting all the onus on you.

Answer 3

I agree with Chetco. With the fact that the fireworks are making them both nervous, plus the male is in a strange place, you may miss your opportunity. You don't say what breed you are dealing with, but the size doesn't really seem all that bad, especially since you vet has given you the "go a head". If they do mate, make sure you take her in for x-rays or an ultrasound when she is about 50 or so days along. That way the vet can tell if your dog may need a c-section. Sometimes it does become a concern when the male is larger than the female.

Also, don't worry about those who say spay and neuter. You have done your homework and your dogs have been tested. That is better than most! Good luck to you.

Answer 4

I have worked for vets and breeders adn I have always been told that you should NEVER breed a smaller female
there is a very high risk t loosing the mom and/or pups
I hope if seh isn't returning till thursday it won't be to late if you still waant to breed maybe you can bring her to his house tomorrow.
I have bred for 20+ years and would never breed that size difference i would never go over 2 pound and that's only if i definately know the background ( go back about 3-5 generations to see teh size)
good Luck

Answer 5

So, exactly which genetic tests did they have? And what were the results? Not that I don't belive you, but....I don't believe you.

At any rate, if you need to be asking breeding questions in a place like this, you don't know anywhere near enough to be even considering breeding.

EDIT: >>>do you think "professionals" started out as professionals? breeders have to start somewhere. lighten up<<<

Yes, and GOOD breeders start by learning everything they can about their breed, dogs in general, good breeding practices etc. This takes YEARS, and involves getting involved in their breed clubs and all-breed clubs and networking with other breeders, not a few hours of asking around on the internet.

Answer 6

is this your dogs first time she might be a little nercous no he is not to big for her as long as you have her checked by a vet just give them time when she is really ready things will happen good luck when our dogs bred it did not take the first time and I know they were tied more than once it took another heat for her to get pregnant. if the owner of the male dog gets annoyed then get another stud with a nicer dog parent

Answer 7

Take her to the male's home. he will perform much better on his own turf.
You may end up taking them to the vet to get IA, instead of waiting for him to become aroused enough. Here, AI with both dogs present costs only about $80.

If she isn't 2 1/2 to 3 years old, her scent may not be strong enough to rev his engine.

Answer 8

You may have buyers for the pups, but have you done anything to improve the breed? Are you willing to risk the health of your 11 pound dog with a 18 pound stud just to sell a few puppies? There is a reason that there are professional breeders. Even though you don't want to hear it, please spay your dog.