How To Breed Dogs Columbus OH

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Making the decision to breed dogs is one which should be made out of love for the breed as opposed to an opportunity to make money. Responsible breeders should seek to breed their dogs in an effort to produce high quality dogs of their chosen breed and should place these dogs in suitable homes. The following tips will assist those who have an interest in breeding their dogs to learn more about the process:

1. If you plan to breed your bitch, you should first make certain she is healthy. This will help to ensure she has an uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery. Complications can also be minimized by waiting until your bitch is full grown before breeding her and supplying her with a high quality diet rich with supplements.
   
   
2. Documenting when your bitch first goes into heat is also important. Bitches typically go into heat at approximately one year of age and every six months thereafter. Failed breeding attempts are largely a result of poor timing. Keeping adequate records of when your bitch goes into heat and using hormone tests to predict when the breeding should occur will increase the odds of a successful breeding.
   
   
3. It is also important to choose a mate wisely when breeding. Ideally the bitch you have chosen to breed will be free of any flaws you do not wish to pass onto the next generation of puppies. It is important to research the breed carefully and have your bitch evaluated for common problems with the specific breed such as hip, eye or ear problems. You should only breed bitches that have satisfactory ratings and should select a mate who also has a similar health history. You should also seek out a mate who does not have flaws you do not wish to pass onto the puppies. Both the bitch and the dog should be free of genetic flaws, well constructed and of a sound temperament. Additionally, you may wish to evaluate certain skills if you are breeding for a specific purpose such as herding or hunting. In these cases you will want to breed dogs and bitches that possess sound instincts.
   
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