Its my dogs 2nd heat. do I wait till after she stops bleeding to breed her?
2007-09-10 01:59:18 · 18 answers · asked by xcbuffrunner1 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Ive received lots of replies but still nobody has answered my question? Im not asking for people to tell me why I shouldn't breed her. Now please read the question and if you know the answer.... THEN ANSWER IT!!!! Thanks.
2007-09-10 02:51:00 · update #1
My dog is in good health, has had all her tests done and the vet said she is in excellent condition for breeding. I have a healthy sire that is also very capable of breeding. Now im asking you when should you get them together for a greater chance that they will mate successfully??? Now will someone please tell me!!!!!!!!!
2007-09-10 04:19:37 · update #2
I visit my local animal shelter often and volunteer there. So please dont tell me what I am doing is wrong. My dog is an AKC miniature pinscher. I also have 2 dogs i have gotten from the shelter. So before you go critizing me and judging me get your facts straight. AND NOBODY STILL HAS ANSWERED MY QUESTION!!!!!
2007-09-10 04:21:31 · update #3
As you should know a heat is 3 weeks long teh best time to breed is between 10 - 15 days into the heat but no more than 2 breedings and best if a day apart.
Tehn figure tht pregnancy to last give or take a few days of 63 days
Just a suggestion talk to your vet and make sure he feels she can free welp or will she need a c-section also make sure you breed her to a smaller male and make sure the size goes back not that your male is from a larger background as this can cause the pups to be to big to free welp
2007-09-10 05:34:25 · answer #1 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
EDIT EDIT EDIT: You cannot count by heat cycles. Some bit ches come into their first heat at 6 months & others might be 10+ months.
If your female is in her 2nd heat but only 12 months old, that like a 10-12 yr old little girl having a baby! Their body is not fully mature and alot of young 1st time mothers reject the litter because they have no idea what those squirming squeaky things want with her.
I guess I didn't word it good enough so I'll try again.
Females SHOULD be bred ONLY after they have had complete general & breed specific health testing done and results come back favorable, (Normal, good, excellent, clear) Hips and elbows can not be OFA'd until she is 24 months (takes 3-5 wks to get those results).
THE ANSWER IS: 25 MONTHS MINIMUM !!!
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When your female has had all general as well as breed specific health testing done and results come back favorable for breeding, then seek a breed specific club to have your female evaluated against her breed standard. If all that comes back good and she is at least 2 yrs, start seeking a male that has had all available health testing with favorable results that will guarantee you aren't passing along hereditary health issues.
OFA for hips/elbows cannot be done until they are 24 months of age, so neither the male or female are of appropriate breeding age until then!
Confirmation does show that the dog/bi tch falls within standard, but it's just the outer shell. Titles don't guarantee they aren't passing on genetic health problems! That is why I say do the testing and find a breed specific club
2007-09-10 02:56:49 · answer #2 · answered by Pam 6 · 4⤊ 3⤋
No, you don't breed her until she has been in the conformation ring and proven she is a fine example of her breed by gaining her championship. Then you do all the genetic testing (OFA hip/elbow, etc...) to ensure she is healthy and won't pass on a severe disorder to the litters. Hip testing cannot be done until the age of 2 yrs old. Then you need to find a properly matched male stud, which has also had all his testing and gained his championship in the ring. Then you line up more potential puppy buyers than you will actually produce in puppies, to ensure each pup will have a home.
There's so much more. If you are not following the akc guidelines on ethical and responsible breeding practices, please spay your dog and leave the breeding to the professionals.
2007-09-10 02:08:12 · answer #3 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 7⤊ 2⤋
People won't answer your question because people don't want to help somebody become a backyard breeder.
You don't sound like you are anywhere near ready to breed your dog responsibly (not having a go at you - I'm nowhere near ready either).
You say it's had "tests". What tests has it had?
***What is it about your dog that is so much better than what is already available in HUGE quantities?***
If you tell us that you might find you get more help.
In the meantime - just enjoy your dog for the wonderful pet that I'm sure she is.
2007-09-10 05:30:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 2⤋
This is exactly, the type of a question, you should already know the answer to, if you plan on breeding your dogs! Leave the breeding to the professionals and get your dogs Spayed and Neutered! Best Way To Go!
2007-09-10 05:08:23 · answer #5 · answered by Chihuahua Addict Adores Scooby 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
You should breed your dog because she/he is the top of the line representative of breed standards, when you offer health guarantees, when you do the proper testing for OFA certification or genetic defects, if applicaple. When you offer 100% re-homing guarantees for the puppies you produce should the buyer not be able to keep them.
The shelters are full and tens of thousands are dying every year because there aren't enough homes for them all.
Please...reconsider what you're doing. If you don't know the biology of canine reproduction, and lack the reputable connections to mentor you (otherwise, why would you post the question here)...you probably should not be breeding your dog.
2007-09-10 02:18:52 · answer #6 · answered by cnsdubie 6 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Breed her right after she has been health tested and shown in AKC conformation events. Breed her after extensive pedigree research and after you learn the standard of her breed inside and out. Breed her when you find a stud suitable to improve upon what you have. Breed her AFTER you learn all about WHEN to breed and how to whelp and raise a litter. Breed her AFTER you have found several homes for puppies. Breed her AFTER you have saved up a lot of money to pay for caring for a litter and possible emergencies. Breed her AFTER you get a clue.... Not AS you try to get a clue.
2007-09-10 02:08:34 · answer #7 · answered by Freedom 6 · 7⤊ 1⤋
If you have to ask this question, you obviously should not be breeding. Visit a animal shelter and see all of the animals needing a home before you take this on.
2007-09-10 02:51:05 · answer #8 · answered by Laura 3 · 2⤊ 3⤋
When to breed your dog? At the BARE MINIMUM - When you have completed the following:
Earned her championship through conformation showing.
Spent several years working closely with breeders/showers of your dog's particular breed.
Had your dog medically certified against inherited defects (dysplasia, wobblers, etc.)
Drawn up necessary legal documents - purchase agreements, return agreements, future show/breed requirements etc.
Thoroughly researched stud dogs for your girl - whose various traits compliment or correct your dog's attributes/flaws.
If you catch my drift, the real, bottom line answer is Never. Have your girl spayed.
Even if she's purebred and pedigreed - she's probably only a pet-quality dog. So please, don't breed her.
This isn't something for armatures. AND forget about making money.
2007-09-10 02:20:36 · answer #9 · answered by Barbara B 7 · 3⤊ 3⤋
How many titles does your dog have in dog sports? What have you accomplished in the breed ring? Who is your mentor? What medical/genetic tests have you done to be sure that your dog won't be passing on harmful problems to her offspring? Do you have emergency funds set aside in case things go wrong, and she needs an emergency C-section? Are you prepared if your dog dies from complications of pregnancy? Do you offer a health guarantee to the new owners of the puppies, and do you have homes waiting for them?
2007-09-10 02:10:28 · answer #10 · answered by Misa M 6 · 3⤊ 3⤋