Successful dog breeding is a challenge.

If there's one thing to remember when breeding it's never become complacent, It matters little if you are a first time breeder or an experienced and well known kennel operator, an experienced breeder can become too relaxed sometimes. The best advice is from your local vet who should be informed that you are hoping to breed from your dog.

They will have dealt with your dog on numerous occasions and is only a phone call away if anything should go wrong during the pregnancy. Getting a quality partner to breed off is essential as some purchasers request to see the father of the pups. Click Here For Free Dog Advice Some questions you should ask yourself - Have you got the room for eight pups? Does your whole family mind the upset? Have you got the time to look after puppies for at least six weeks? Can you afford the first injections, vet bills? It is recommended that the pups are seen by a recognized vet and given a once over.  What happens if you can't sell the pups? How will you advertise them, usually word of mouth isn't enough unless you are well connected via dog shows etc. Remember if you have kids they will be more than likely upset when the pups have to go. It can go both ways I know people who have bred only once and say they will never breed again and on the other hand others want to breed full time as they just adore the whole process.