How many times should a dog be stud to get pregnant?
Most dogs are first bred between the 10th and 14th day after the onset of proestrus. As long as the bitch will accept the male, mating every other day for a total of two or three matings is generally considered sufficient.
How much can you stud out a dog?
The amount of the fee is determined by the stud dog owner and listed in the contract. On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $250 to $1,000 depending on how many champions a particular stud has produced. Some breeders charge a stud fee that is equal to the asking price for one puppy.
What does the stud owner get?
In exchange for services, the stud owner will receive a stud fee and will usually be guaranteed the first pick of the litter if breeding is successful. The service also extends beyond just purely allowing a dam to mate with a stud.
How to find and choose the best stud dog?
Obviously finding a good stud dog takes a bit of research and you need to know what your breeding goals are. If you’re hoping to produce show dogs, conformation aspects of the dog will be important. However, if you’re breeding to produce pets, then temperament will play an important part in your choice of stud dog.
When to stud a male dog for the first time?
You should stud your dog for the first time when your male dog has fully sexually matured, has a clean health sheet, and is provided with a suitable, experienced brood bitch that exhibits the desirable features of your breeding program.
Do you need health test for stud dog?
A stud dog can father many puppies and so it is essential that they are healthy and fully health tested to reduce the risk of passing on any health issues on to future generations. Stud dog owners can check which health tests are applicable to their breed by referring to our Breeds A to Z, or by checking with their local breed club.
Can you breed a stud dog with lower Cois?
In brief, you stand a much better chance of breeding healthier pups using a dog with lower COIs simply because hereditary health issues are usually inherited recessively. It’s really important to meet a potential stud dog in person and not rely on just seeing online photos of them.
Obviously finding a good stud dog takes a bit of research and you need to know what your breeding goals are. If you’re hoping to produce show dogs, conformation aspects of the dog will be important. However, if you’re breeding to produce pets, then temperament will play an important part in your choice of stud dog.
When is the best time to breed a stud dog?
If you have found a good stud dog, ask to see his medical records. He should not have any heart issues or congenital health problems. Do not breed your bitch with a stud having aggressive tendencies. The best days to get the dogs together for mating are Day 9, 11 & 13 and again on 10, 12 and 14 (with Day 1 being the first day of her bleeding).
Is there a kennel club for stud dogs?
We do not currently keep a register of stud dogs. If you wish to use your dog at stud, please contact your local breed club for more information and advice. If you have not mated your dog before, you may want to seek advice from experienced stud dog owners to find out what to expect before, during and after the mating has taken place.
How much does it cost to mate a stud dog?
On an average, stud dog fees come to an amount of $250 to $1000 for each time that he mates with the female dog.