Am I a Irresponisble Breeder?

Question

I decided to only breed my dog once a year I have checked her for problems common in her breed(pitbull) she is up to date on her shots am I being irresponsible by breeding her in the first place if I am PLEASE let me know

For those of you who asked she has won one dog show

Thank you all for your answers there is no need for any more answers I have made my decsion to spay her

Answer 1

YEP! Breeding for any other reason than to better the breed is ......wrong!

Answer 2

If you have determined that your dog is of breeding quality, then I would suggest going to a bigger breeder with her pedigree in hand and asking him/her what dog she would be best paired with. That way you´ll have an experienced hand to help you keep the pups´ gene pool clean. Also, while it is important to have your dog checked for health problems (especially genetic problems that could potencially be passed onto the puppies in a worse form), I think that ´irresponsible breeding´ has more to do with how the puppies are looked after. So make sure THEY are checked for health problems and have their shots up to date. Also, they must be well socialized. As for entering her into a dog show, her winning would undoubtedly make her pups more valuble, but I don´t think it matters in terms of ´responsible breeding´because the pups can still be healthy and the average buyer won´t care. Speaking of the average buyer, make sure you know what that is. A very important part of being a ´responsible breeder´ is screening potencial buyers. I would say that´s especially important for pits. There´s the obvious reason for that, and then there´s the fact that lowlifes seem to be attracted to the breed. Know when to say NO to a buyer.

As for you being irresponsible for breeding her in the first place... Well, I like pitbulls, but there is no doubt that they are being overbred. If you go the pound, a surprising percentage of the dogs are pits (at least in my state), most of which will not be adobted out because of the regulations that pounds put on the adoption of a pitbull. Most people just can´t be bothered with the restrictions and will just find one out of the paper if they are really deadset on a pit. In some states, you can´t even own an unspayed/unneutered pitbull without a permit because they´re just so many. But you´re not necessarily contributing to the problem by breeding. Just as long as you take care of your dog and her pups.

Answer 3

If you have to ask, you probably are...

And please, clarify for me, and the other APBT enthusiasts, and the real breeders here... what commong problems did you test her for?? Hmm? Because I'd REALLY love to know what exactly you did ...

Also, does she have her CH title in show? Otherwise, you're breeding a pet quality dog that shouldn't be bred. She needs to PROVE she's a good standard of the breed, not just because you say she is.

Furthermore, do you know how many people already breed pitbulls? And how many sit in shelters getting euthanized because no one wants them and they're the victim of ignorance and hatred on a daily basis???? You think about that, then tell me if you should be breeding.

And, I just can't help but mention... once a year... is WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY too frequently. That's just about every heat cycle... I wouldn't be surprised if your dam died from breeding exhaustion. She shouldn't be bred more than every 2-3 years... EVEN LESS in my mind, but if you REALLY think you need to breed her... stick to every 3 years. That way she can recouperate... being pregnant is REALLY hard on a body, I know.. my dam developed mastitis and anemia...

Are you prepared for the vet bills that are going to follow as well, all the shots, and emergency visits, and the checkups for those pups...

Plus, you have to screen all your potential homes, because, you don't wanna send a pitbull into a fighting home, or an abusive, neglectful home, because that'll just contribute to even more of a bad reputation. And you have to develop a sales contract!! All your puppies will need to be sold on a spay/neuter contract... otherwise you're further contributing to an already bad problem.

Are you really prepared for all this work?!! Are you? Because I think if you really researched this, you would second guess your desires to make a quick buck.

Answer 4

You should ask why you want to breed the dog. The only really good reason, IMO, is to try to produce the best pups possible, with sound structure, good health and stable temperaments. This means knowing the genetics and health history several generations back on both sides, and starting with the best possible stock. Do you have that? Can you calculate a coefficient of inbreeding? What are the known issues in that breed, in terms of genetic predispositions to various diseases? How will you screen prospective owners. Will you be willing to take these dogs back years from now, if the owners decide they don't want/can't take care of them?
Go to the AKC website and dig around a bit, and you'll find a breeder's code of ethics. Or go to website of the national breed club for your breed. You'll probably find the same thing there. Read that, and you can probably answer your own question.

Answer 5

Gee...I thought your pit bull was already pregnant by your toy fox terrier. An "unplanned litter" I believe you said in one of your previous questions. So you are either:
A a tr***
B an incredibly irresponsible breeder
I really don't believe that you have done any health checking at all.
And you also never answered the question one of the other posters asked you in a previous question-what did happen to your other two dogs?????

Answer 6

Is this the same pit who is prego with the unplanned litter? The one who ate the duck in your previous post?

I'd say you are definately irresponsible.

One more thing, who is your pit registered with and what kennel club do you show with? The reputable kennel clubs won't even register a pitbull, they register Staffies-2 different dogs. I have yet to see anyone with a registered staffie call their dog a pit instead.-

All signs point to the fact that you are:

A- trying to stir the pot or trolling

B- really just not knowledgable enough to even consider breeding your unregistered, un health tested, and I'm betting un-shown pit who accidentally got knocked up.

You gonna *try* to advertise them here too???

Answer 7

The only reason I would say no to your breeding is because of the amount of this breed in shelters and how hard it can be sometimes to find proper homes for them.

I adore pit bulls. They are wonderful dogs and I tell anyone that will listen about this. But I just would suggest be cautions in every decision that you make when it comes to your dog. I would have some sort of screening process. Maybe get to know a few candidates very, very well before the pups are even born.

Finding these dog the right homes with the people that will treat them with the love they deserve is always my biggest concern.

The decision is yours inevitably. Just weigh your options very carefully before you make a final decision.

Answer 8

God forbid if your Dog isn't a Champion!What a Joke!These lame people really think that is the main purpose for a dog in this life!Talk to the professional"Vet" about Breeding he will walk you through the correct steps for good Breeding .Maybe you just want another pup just like yours .Get him to help you find the perfect mate.All the forged paperwork in the world is just paper!Ribbons and pictures don't mean crap.All that stuff is for the magazines and T.V. get real.Everyone thinks their dog is the best and it is not always wrong to want your Loyal,Loving,companion to live on in his or her own pup.Just make sure you have good forever Homes lined up for certain before you breed a dog that could have 9-10 Pups.Don't forget their could be many pups instead of just one.Also it costs a lot of money to get proper vet care and nutrition .There are many things to consider .Do your homework first.There is no money in Breeding Dogs.

Answer 9

I'd have to ask WHY do you want to breed her. Is it for selling the pups? I always felt sorry for a dog that was breed only to have her puppies sold. I remember having a dog my folks did that with when I was a kid. The poor dog would wonder through the house looking for them afterwards. Sad. I'm for spaying/neutering myself

Answer 10

Tell us the problems she was checked for and that the male have been checked for. Can you give us OFA numbers????

She has "won one dog show". That sounds as if you have no clue what you are talking about!!!!!!! Only someone that has no clue would say that!!!

I see you have no given any OFA numbers yet. Why?

The bottom line...you are a BYB. You don't do what good breeders do to make sure that you are producing quality pups. You are breeding for the money.

Do you breed her to the same male??
How old is she?
How old was she for her first litter?
What guarantee do you offer puppy buyers?
Do pups see a vet before they go?
Are pups wormed and vaccinated?
Will you take any pup you have produced even YEARS later?

Answer these and then we will know for sure!!!

Answer 11

well...as long as you follow theguidlines, not strating until after shes 2 only breeding her 2 times, finding good homes for puppies BEFORE you bereed.
I do have a problem with you breeding pits.
I love the breed, but we dont need more of them, we need people to work with them and rescue them.