If you are
considering breeding, then you are probably a dog lover. A good pet can bring
more joy into a person’s life than anything. Being a part of such a happy
industry is very inspiring, but there are pitfalls and negative aspects that
you want to avoid. These quick tips can help you breed happy dogs for happy
owners:
Secure Owners
Few things are sadder
than sending puppies straight to a shelter or worse. The best practice is to
secure owners before siring the puppies. Costs and arrangements should be
completely settled at the outset. Requiring deposits is a great method to
prevent cold feet. Even with all of these arrangements, it is impossible to
predict litter sizes. Having contingencies for large or small litters is vital
to keeping all parties in good care, especially the puppies.
Get Your Dogs Tested
Even if your dog is
healthy, it could be a carrier for genetic problems. You can avoid heartache with
a blanket set of tests offered by most veterinarians. It is easy to let your
love of your pet blind you to health issues, but disorders can lock puppies
into a miserable life or cause buyer's remorse. These are both issues that can
be easily mitigated.
Never Pressure Buyers
Every sale should
have an iron clad contract, but a buyer should never feel pressured into
signing. Pets require willing owners to avoid abusive or neglectful
relationships. Not everyone is ready to own a dog, and the biggest part of
being a responsible breeder is investing in the well-being of your puppies.
Take the time to secure buyers who are as invested in their pets as you are
yours.
Breeding is a fulfilling practice. You can get the most out of the experience by taking these
steps and avoiding unnecessary tragedy. Enjoy being a fundamental part of the
enriching relationships your puppies are sure to have.
