Top Things to Know About a Stud Dog Service

Breeding dogs can be a rather lucrative business but the money should be secondary to the love of producing a dog that is appealing, loveable and will make a great family pet or a show dog. Finding or acquiring the services of a reputable breeder with the stud most likely to produce the best litter can be a much more difficult task.

Stud Dog Service

A beautiful, well-bred dog looks exactly like its ancestors (foundation dog) and will have a temperament to match its appearance. The dog will also have papers proving generations of championship or breeding bloodlines. What should you know while looking for a stud to impregnate your female?

Breeders

A good breeder will have all the proper papers—at least five generations of pedigree—and documentation to assure that the dog is healthy, has had the required vaccinations and has a history of medically sound bloodlines. This can be extremely important as all diseases and problems are not apparent when pups are born. Beware of BYBs (Backyard Breeders) as they produce pups simply for the pleasure of breeding animals and selling to just about anyone that comes along with the money in their pockets. They are unconcerned with bloodlines or inherited diseases or disabilities. The best places to look for answers and find a reputable breeder are dog shows, veterinarian’s office, groomers, boarding kennels and local kennel clubs.

Contracts

The breeder will offer a breeding contract with specifications for payment, and responsibilities that he or she will take for the pups after the breeding has taken place.

Location or Insemination

If your dog is to be bred on the breeder’s premises, they should take responsibility of ensuring that the two dogs do engage in intercourse. However, many breeders offer artificial insemination, which can be less stressful for their stud and your female.

Experience

Several years of experience breeding dogs can be an advantage, but it’s not a guarantee that the breeder is the best person for you to choose. His stud could be one of many pups bred with problems. Checking for registration is a must but this may not guarantee the physical condition of the stud or breeding practices of the owner.

Inbreeding

Be sure to check the bloodline to make sure that the stud you find is not related to your dog. While inbreeding can breed out some problems, it generally works in the opposite degree and can lead to severe disabilities with the pups.

Cost

Breeding your dog can be expensive. There are several sites online offering stud service and depending upon the breed of the dog the fees can range from $250 to $1500 and above.