Most dog owners consider breeding their pet at least once because “nature intended dogs to have puppies”. But before you decide to breed your pooch and let it bring new dog life into this world there are some serious things to consider.
The first thing to keep in mind is that you are responsible for those puppies for the rest of their lives and while finding them a home is easy, you need to check up on them every once in a while and take them back if the owner doesn’t want them anymore.
Having a litter is rather expensive and it’s unlikely that it will be an investment that pays off in the end.
Your dog requires various exams before breeding and so do puppies after they are born. Don’t forget vaccinations, tail docking, equipment and so on.
Last but certainly not least, having a litter requires a considerable amount of time to first find a good mate for your pet, care for it if it’s a girl though pregnancy and labor, care for the puppies once they are born and eventually sell them to their owners. You will need to be extra careful if you have a female dog that she doesn’t hurt her puppies, which is more than a common occurrence among many breeds.
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In the end, is having a litter worth it? Well, it depends on your resources and will to see it through. Nursing little puppies can certainly be a rewarding experience that warms the hearts of everyone involved, but do take the time to consider everything that needs to be done in order to have healthy and happy pups.