This is the official version of the “perfect” breed specimen and should be the starting reference point for any dog breeder.

How can you become an expert? Study Your Breed’s Standard Responsible dog breeders devote time to learning as much as they can about their breed, about canine health and training, and about AKC rules. If you go forward with breeding dogs, your underlying purpose should be to improve the breed-not just increase its numbers.īreeding a litter of puppies should begin with knowledge. It is exciting and challenging.īreeding purebred dogs is also time consuming, expensive, and, occasionally, heartbreaking. Part art, part science, and total devotion, breeding will show you all the best in the human-and-dog bond. Step One – Prepare Yourself for Breeding a Litter of Puppiesīreeding dogs has been a passion for people through many centuries. Encourage New Owners to Register Their Puppy with the AKC.

Consult Your Veterinarian if Complications Arise.

Prepare Yourself for Breeding a Litter of Puppies.

You may also want to watch the AKC webinar on Planning Breedings: Are you ready to breed a litter of puppies? You can download the complete guide to responsible dog breeding, or follow along with each step that’s outlined below. Use the following resources as a guide to responsible dog breeding.

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