Dog breed

Dog Breeding - Whelping, The Process

Building a whelping box helps you prepare for dog birth. At least 4' wide by 6' long by 1' high, will give the dam a place to feel comfortable and enclosed and keep newborn pups from wandering the first two weeks. Lining the bottom with newspapers over plastic will make for easy cleanup.

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Dog Breeding - Whelping, Preparation

When your female dog, called a dam or bitch, is about to give birth there are frequently clear signs. These signals can help you know when to put her in the whelping area, near the instruments. Oh, you don't have one? You haven't any instruments? Oops... better back up and prepare....

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Dog Breeding - Breeding, Things to Think About

Breeding dogs is a serious responsibility and entails risks and surprises for even experienced breeders. But, even in a world too crowded with unwanted dogs, there are positive aspects. Here are a few things to consider......

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