Becoming a dog breeder may seem easy, but there are certain guidelines you must follow to safely breed a dog. If you are thinking of starting your own dog breeding business, the below tips may help…

1. Ensure the dog is healthy

Before you even consider breeding a dog, you must ensure the dog is healthy and strong enough to carry a litter. There are many recommended tests for a dog that should be taken before breeding is attempted, these tests will vary slightly depending on the breed of dog.

2. Engage with buyers first

The last thing you want is a large litter of puppies, with no home to go to. Communicate with potential buyers, giving them a rough timeline of when your dog may be having puppies, and try to confirm their interest in taking a puppy home. You should, of course, never sell a puppy to a home you believe is dangerous or unsafe.

3. Carefully plan your time

Puppies generally need around 8 weeks with their mother, though this can vary depending on the breed. Looking after a litter of puppies can be a time-consuming and difficult task. You must carefully consider whether you have the time and resources to look after multiple puppies before you begin breeding.

4. Complete an equipment checklist

You must purchase all the <a href="https://www.vetimagesolutions.co.uk/dog-breeders.html">equipment</a> necessary before trying to breed a dog. Some essentials you should buy include a heating pad, towels and surgical gloves. Whilst at first you may wish to take your dogs to the vet for an ultrasound, eventually, you may wish to purchase your own <a href="https://www.vetimagesolutions.co.uk/dog-breeders/kx5600v-ultrasound-machine-with-convex-probe.html">ultrasound scanner</a>.

5. Read as much as possible

There are many books and online sources that can give you information about breeding and whelping. It is also important you read about puppy care and ensure all the new owners of your puppies have read and understood this information. This will ensure your puppies are going to knowledgeable owners and safe homes.

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