Have you ever had a litter? What breed? What was the motivation/reason that made you want to have your litter?

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Would you do it again? What did you require of the breeding pair? Where are your puppies now? Are you in contact with the owners?

Answer 1

I dont breed. If I was going to breed, I would start off by getting a couple of nice quality dogs from reputable breeders. Since Im new to showing, the dogs would most likely be co-owns.. and the breeder(s) would also be my mentors.

The dogs would be shown to proove that they meet their standard. If the dog doesnt make it in the show ring.. and just doesnt turn out to be what was expected, it will be altered and kept as a pet.

If they make it in the ring and earn those CH titles, the next step is to do health testing when they are 2 years old... Since Im interested in Chinese Crested, they would definantly have a CERF exam, and have their Patella's OFA'd. I would also do a BAER test, since closed ear canals and deafness are becoming an increasing issue in the breed.

While in the process of showing and testing, etc.. I will do lots of reading on breeding, asking questions, and saving money. I will talk to my mentor(s) and my vet.. ALOT.

Once the dogs are titled and tested, next step is to decide if Im ready for a breeding. The 2 particular dogs I have may not be the best match for each other. I would have to talk to my mentor(s) as well and get an opinion there. Why use my stud for my b*tch, if there's another one available that would be a better match? I want to produce the best pups I can. I could also stud out my Stud if there's an available female that he would be a good match for.

If I have to stud out, all dogs should be tested for brucellosis. Any dogs mine would be bred to would be expected to have CH titles, and also have genetic testing done to assure healthy puppies.


Also, I would also have an approved waiting list for my puppies before doing a breeding. I would hope that I keep in contact with all the puppies owners.

Answer 2

I have averaged a litter about every 1-2 years since 1991. The last litter I whelped was in April of 2006 (if you don't count the Siberian b itch that came into my rescue with her day-old puppies...did everything but whelp those).

Would I do it again? Funny you should ask, I'm on a sabbatical. I don't know how much more breeding I will do. I really, really hate breeding. I always say that I'd rather order a puppy to be delivered by Stork, and it's true. I hate the stress of pregnant b itches, whelping stresses me out, and I really dislike having to choose homes for the puppies I don't keep.

What did I require of the breeding pair? In the case of my first litter, I was looking for a strong, driven working sled dog to compliment my leader; I was looking to build a team, and I wanted a typy dog with drive.

Since then, it has mostly been about improving what I have based on my vision of the breed standard. More leg, tight ear set, etc. A pedigree that I can work with (mostly line-breeding), typical temperament, and working ability in addition to type. Good/Excellent hips and current eye clearances, of course.

My puppies are in homes, 75% within driving distance, and I have all of the contact information on their contracts. I am in regular contact with the pet people from probably the past 3 litters (since 2004-05)...intermittent contact for updates with the people who have older adult puppies. I received word a couple of months back from a family who lost their 12 year old dog (bought as a puppy from me), and another who lost their 13 year old dog. So it's now getting to the point where I'm getting those kinds of cards/letters,which, although sad, is nice that they still involve me.

Answer 3

Have you ever had a litter? Yes many in my short life.
What breed? German Shepherd-Timber Wolf mixes, aka Wolf Hybrids
What was the motivation/reason that made you want to have your litter? There were people trying to sell inferior ,fake Wolf Hybrids, and I wanted to breed quality, real Wolf Hybrids. I had already owned Wolf Hybrids that were half GSD before, and they were great family pets.
Would you do it again? Yes I have along waiting list on them; of people who came to get one a little too late.
What did you require of the breeding pair? The females must be young, smart, have no health problems in their family history, and must be great with small puppies before having pups of their own, to avoid any motherhood problems. I can't choose who the father is, I take one of my females waaay out to the wilderness where I have a cabin. I let her run around while shes in heat, and the male wolves come to mate with her. The wolves know me and my dogs pretty well, and don't try to be aggressive in any way. I can't go up and tough the wolves, but they act like normal domestic dogs towards my GSDs.
Where are your puppies now? Most of them have stayed in the community that I live in, some have gone to other native reserves near by, and a few have gone to big cities.
Are you in contact with the owners? Yes, the ones in my town always let me know how they're doing when I see them at the local stores. The others from out of town email me photos every now and then.
The puppy in my avatar is one of my recent puppies that I've sold.

Answer 4

Hey :)

Yes iv breed a few litters, so far Doxies,

we breed them to be good family/ earth dogs..

Yes we would do it again.

We tested both the male and female for any back problems, we looked back in there lines for any back problems, sinces thats one of the bigest things with doxies, also did a full blood screen, and a couple other tests, hip dyspalsia just incase... also both have been earth dogs... no they didnt win anything, but they are themselves good rabbit dogs...which is what there size goes after btw

our puppies are still in there homes, a couple of them went to good friends, all are fixed, and doing great.

Yes were still in contact with.. well Most of the owners, a couple have dropped off really talking, but we get pics every once in awhile :)

Thats all iv personally breed at this moment, but my Mother has breed cockers, elk hounds, pugs, shelties, and doxies...

And my husband and i wish to start a few lines of our own, he wants to do working german shepards, and i want to do working shetland sheepdogs... :)

Answer 5

I didn't have a litter personally, but my dog did. lol.
I bred my Siberian Husky one time. She had eight beautiful, healthy babies. Six boys and two girls. They were so cute.
They all got great homes. One went to a gentleman in north Alabama, one went to Baldwin County, and the other six stayed right here in the Mobile area.
I would do it again. I did because so many people wanted one. Everywhere I went people were asking me where I got her and to call them if she ever had pups. They sold all in a week. I had phone calls, asking if I had anymore left, for another week after the last was sold. I still have people asking for me to take their number if they she ever has pups again. I have another little girl, that I'm thinking about breeding when she gets older. She's so pretty and so good natured, it would be a shame not to pass on her genes. I bred my other female with my best friend's parents' husky. Both parents and all pups were AKC registered, vet checked and up to date on shots, and came with a packet I put together. I also, made everyone sign a contract with them that if they ever were to get rid of the puppy, no matter how old, that they would call me to come get he/she first. I also educated everyone that came to see them on the breed. I had print outs to prove everything I said, and told them that a husky is not for everyone. They take a lot of time and you have to put a lot of work and time into training them because they're so energetic.
They're all still doing great.

Answer 6

yes. Boxers. I really enjoy boxers, and have wanted to perfect my breed (as a hobby) as much as I could. I didn't know 1/2 as much as I know now, but when I started over 10 years ago, I was looking mostly at obvious physical characteristics of the breed. Now, I am into holistic food and health, temperament, titles and promotion of soundness of body and mind. I have maybe a litter every 18 months or so. My boxer family (1 retired, 2 breeding girls and 1 male) live with us in our home. My pups are all on the east coast. I am in contact with several of the owners and am always available to any owner who has one of my boxers (even those that don't have one call me time to time). I would do it again, but research more and get involved in breed clubs from the beginning. BTW I also provide rescue.

Answer 7

Yes, AKC German Shepherds (female blk/tan-male white , both parents were temperament tested great, Hip/Elbows Good, No eye problems, reason for breeding to better the breed. What was motivation: had already 15 people on waiting list for a pup (had 13-3 passed), all pups were vet checked, first vaccinations, wormed, heart/lung exam, before leaving. Also before they left they were well socialized and kennel trained. Pups are about 12 yr.s know and five are still with us most the others past away just not to long ago, no hips problems, one with cancer, one heart, and the others just in their sleep. Won't due it again, too many wonderful shepherds that need homes.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

I've never had a litter - Both my dogs are neutered.

My Mom's best friend is a retired breeder of CH Rottweilers and I think I spent more time at her house growing up than my own...I am fully aware of what's involved in breeding the "Correct" way and don't have anywhere near the amount of time required.

Answer 10

I've never been responsible for a litter, I have ended up owning expecting b****es and gotten the lovely experience of whelping and raising puppies. My dog is from my boss's litter, he is too lazy and cheap to get his dog spayed and there is a chance she's expecting again. The three litters (two were surprises from dogs given to me, third was my boss's) all went to friends of mine, people who provided references and yes I am still in contact with the owners. They call me every time they have good news, bad news or questions.