Introduction to breeding
Are you thinking of breeding from your bitch? Here are some questions to ask yourself first and important points to keep in mind.
First time breeders
You might not think of yourself as a dog breeder, but if you own a female dog (bitch) and you allow her to produce a litter of puppies, then by definition, you are. This role comes with responsibilities to the bitch and her puppies, as well as their new owners.
When you're ready for your first litter
Ensure you're well prepared to take care of your dog, and to produce happy, healthy puppies.
During pregnancy
Learn how to tell if your bitch is pregnant. While every dog is an individual, these are the key milestones you can expect.
Whelping your very first litter
Learn how to prepare a whelping box, how to know when your bitch is due to whelp and what you can expect throughout.
Raising and rearing your puppies
While this is a very exciting time, it's also a busy one. Learn how to take care of puppies before they go to new homes.
Five weeks of free puppy insurance
Just like choosing the right home for your puppies, it’s just as important that you choose the right insurance for them.