Dog Breeding and Mating

Puppies typically have their first heat cycle between 6-12 months of age and will bleed for about 2-4 weeks. This cycle then repeats every 6-8 months. It's essential to consult with a veterinarian to discuss the specific needs and health concerns of your puppy during this time.

No, selling lots of puppies and taking good care of them is not the same thing as a puppy mill. A puppy mill is a breeding facility that prioritizes profit over the well-being of the dogs, often keeping them in cramped and unsanitary conditions. Responsible breeding involves taking proper care of the dogs' physical and emotional needs.

To know how old your dog is you must know the date your dog was born and what the date is today and then you know how old your dog is.
get the dogs age in human years, then multiply that by seven... that should give you the dog's dog year age...

UNFORTUNALLY, YESSSSS!!!!!!!!!

Yes, a brother and sister dog can mate and have puppies, but the puppies will most likely be deformed and have problems because they are so closely related.

NEGATIVE.

My sisters dog had babies with the brother, 3 times, none of them came out deformed or anything. We went to a Vet, he said it perfectly fine, because animals DON'T have the same affects as us humans.

I agree

Yes, with caution.

On raw food in general: A lot of people, and with considerable support, believe that raw food entirely is best for dogs, ie. canines. That includes raw chicken bones. NOT COOKED CHICKEN BONES!

They call the diet: "BARF". (No need to go into shock over the word; it stands for "Bones And Raw Food". It is not a catch word for regurgitation at being offended, annoyed or just because you consider somebody else lame...for sure!)

Many responsible people who just spend fortunes on canine heath care, and canines, and doggie lifestyles, and working-dog employment, and companion dogs, and not just on account of diet, but also other factors, such as hip dysplasia and dental care, aging, internal and external parasites control, behaviour modification, and socialization so they can live in the same house without totally trashing it, tend to agree with some of the explanations and notions about dog diet. For sure, the diet more nearly fits their evolutionary background. Sort of like it would be best for relatively hairless bipeds to eat more vegetables, drink more water, and run more...that fits their evolutionary background, too.

Dogs are carnivores, and digest raw meat and bones easily.

Cooked vs. Uncooked chicken bones: One suggests that the first answer has a bit of confusion between COOKED chicken bones which do splinter, and are nearly impossible for the dog to digest easly, and can penatrate the bowels, and just about everything else. Bones alone tend to compact in the lower colon. These animal are mammals. Digging lumps of desicated and compacted colon crap from a dog is neither fun for the dog nor the human.

That is simply not the usual results from raw chicken bones, draped in raw chicken flesh. Constipation is a very bad doggy trip; however, a balanced diet of the whole animal goes a long way to decrease the possibility of the problem.

So, the first answer is interesting and seems to follow the culture promoted by dog food manufactures; in that sense it is conventional wisdom, but it is probabally incorrect: like all dog diets and human diets, you just have to think about what you are trying to do with the animal if you are the one doing the feeding.

Find a single example, with competent observation and recording which shows that dogs have intestinal injuries from raw poultry bones, when the bones are coated with flesh and/or feathers. (It might happen, but there's just not a very good record.)

The three-headed dog's name is Cerberus. In Greek mythology, Cerberus is known as the guardian of the underworld, preventing the dead from escaping and the living from entering without permission.

It is not recommended to bathe a puppy at 3 weeks old as their immune system is still developing and they are not able to regulate their body temperature well. Puppies at this age should still be kept clean by wiping them down with a damp cloth if necessary.

Well if your never going to let her mate,I would have her spayed,if you are going to let her mate,I would make sure there are no male dogs around (if possible) then give her a oatmeal bath( oatmeal bath for humans) and lay down with her and give her afull body massage,this will relax her and she will feel much better.

Dogs typically find a mate through their keen sense of smell, which allows them to pick up on pheromones released by other dogs. When a female dog is in heat, she emits these pheromones to attract potential mates. Male dogs may then follow the scent to locate the female and initiate mating behavior.

This behavior is called a "tie" and occurs due to the male dog's bulbus glandis swelling inside the female's vagina, creating a temporary physical lock. This helps ensure successful mating and can last from a few minutes to over an hour. It also helps to prevent other males from mating with the female while the pair is tied.

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the 2011 World's Biggest Dog is George, a purebred Great Dane. He weighs nearly 18 stone and stretches 7 foot long from nose to tail. He is nearly 4 foot high at the shoulder.

Gestation is usually about 63 days, but it depends on the dog. A vet check after day 35 after breeding can usually tell you if she is pregnant or not. An ultrasound can reveal pup after this time as well, but will not normally tell you how many pups there are. An x-ray after day 53 will be able to tell you how many pups to expect, so you know when she is done birthing.

If you know the date of breeding, it's best to just wait until late into the pregnancy to confirm number of pups, as most times, when a dog is bred, they WILL be pregnant, especially if it is not a first litter.

Puppies can have periods of low energy due to growth spurts, playtime, or changes in their environment. However, sustained lethargy, especially when accompanied by other symptoms like vomiting or diarrhea, may indicate a health issue that requires veterinary attention. It is important to monitor a lethargic puppy closely and consult a veterinarian if concerned.

Well, a little after 2 days it has been in your house. But I would suggest NOT to train them at a very young age, such as, newborn, or 1-5 weeks old. They still need their mom. So I would say about 7 or 8 weeks your puppy should be housebroken.

The above info is so ridiculous That is how long until a puppy can be weaned and taken from it's mother. Housebreaking is a totally different situation and that training should begin the moment you bring them home.

It will take awhile, and each dog is different, it could take up to 6 months to a year to be totally complete and successful. You can consider it reasonably housebroken when it goes w/o going potty inside for at least 2 months w/o accidents.

(FYI-Housebreaking is making sure they no longer pee or poo inside the house)

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Housebreaking a puppy is something you start doing right away. The time period will vary from puppy to puppy, but you can be successful within a few months. You must be consistent in the process.

I think a puppy has about twenty three baby teeth, then they fall out and their permanent teeth come in, or your vet will remove the baby teeth at the time of spaying or neutering if they have not fallen out by six months.

This behavior, known as coprophagia, can occur for various reasons such as nutritional deficiencies, boredom, or mimicry of a mother dog cleaning her puppies. It's important to consult with a veterinarian to rule out any underlying health issues and to discuss management strategies.

You shouldn't, because it is too harsh for their skin. You should use cat shampoo, or if you don't have any cat shampoo, you can use baby shampoo, but not dish soap nor regular human shampoo for adults.

No, puppies are born with their eyes closed and they typically start to open their eyes when they are around 10 to 14 days old. It is a natural process and an important milestone in their development.

Average dogs have their first heat cycle around 6 months. Some, however, can get pregnant as early as 4 months (rare). There are things that affect the timing, including the size of the dog, breed, and general health.

Puppies can reach sexual maturity at around six months of age, but it is recommended to wait until they are at least 1-2 years old before allowing them to mate. Breeding too early can have negative health implications for both the mother and the puppies.

Yes, it is healthier for the dog to wait at least until she is an adult dog and not a puppy (at least 2 years old) - it will also stunt her growth. Remember, at 16 months old, she is still a pup herself.

It is unlikely for a dog to be pregnant and experience spotting a day after breeding. Spotting in dogs can occur for various reasons, such as hormonal imbalances, infections, or issues with the reproductive system. If spotting continues or is accompanied by other symptoms, it's best to consult a veterinarian for proper evaluation and diagnosis.