For many potential breeders, one thing they fail to consider is how they will find buyers for their litters. This is an important consideration because regardless of the reason for producing a litter it is very important to find suitable homes for each of the puppies. Breeders who are not actively involved in activities associated [...]

For many breeding is considered to be a hobby. It is typically something they do because they love a particular breed and want to produce top quality puppies that are fine examples of the breed. Other breeders may breed just because they love having puppies around once or twice a year and enjoy placing them [...]

The gestation period for dogs is much shorter than the gestation for human beings. While the development of a human being is approximately nine months long puppies develop in the womb much more quickly. The typical gestation period for dogs is approximately nine weeks or between 58 and 65 days. New breeders may be curious [...]

Making the decision to breed puppies is a very serious one. It is far too easy too take one look at an absolutely adorable puppy and decide that you would just love to have your own house full of puppies. Puppies have a way of doing this to people. They sit there looking so cute [...]

One of the saddest moments for a breeder is always the day when the puppies head off for their new homes. However, this is also one of the most rewarding days. Sure the breeder is going to miss the puppies he has bonded with for the last seven to ten weeks but knowing he has [...]

Choosing a stud dog is an important part of the breeding process. Most potential breeders will spend a great deal of time preparing their bitch for breeding. Whether they purchase the bitch as a puppy or an adult dog they will carefully evaluate the dog physically, socially and according to temperament to ensure the bitch [...]

There are many reasons to decide to start breeding puppies. Some dog owners are truly committed to a particular breed and want to do everything they can to ensure the breed maintains a high standard. These breeders are very discriminating about the types of dogs and bitches they will breed so the lines are of [...]

One of the biggest mistakes new breeders make is either not having new buyers sign contracts when they purchase a puppy or having a contract that is not extensive enough to cover all of the problems that may occur after the purchase of the puppy. In most cases there will be no problems. However, having [...]

In most cases the breeding of a dog and a bitch will be a very simple and natural process. However, there will be some cases in which the intervention of a veterinarian may be necessary. The veterinary intervention may be necessary for the health and well being of the bitch or the puppies or to [...]

For both experienced breeders as well as first time breeders one of the most difficult parts of the breeding process is sending the puppies to live in their new homes. This time can be difficult for a number of reasons; however, the most common reason is the breeder is sad to see the puppies go. [...]

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