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| Subject | Date Asked |
| heatless beagle | 2/11/2012 |
| Q: my bitch is already 16months old... but she is not yet having her first heat.. i assumed that her ... A: The best is to separate them completely until she is ready to breed (starting at about day 9 to day ... | |
| Pregnant Dog Bad Smell | 2/9/2012 |
| Q: I have a 2.5 year old Shih-tzu who is pregnant. This is her second litter. The first litter had one ... A: Does she have a discharge too? Occasionally, you will find that there is a slight odor however ... | |
| Hole in Heart in Boxers | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: I have a question about breeding my female boxer with a male boxer who has a hole in his heart. I ... A: Ventricular septal defect (VSD)or hole in the heart is a malformation of the heart where there is a ... | |
| Noodles | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: my dog Noodles is a Pure Bred Shih-Tzu, and she is in heat. She is about 4 years old, and one of the ... A: My question is why would you allow your pure bred to be running around with the neighborhood dawgs ... | |
| strange yorkie pregnancy | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: I had a question previously about my yorky's pregnancy because I could not see or feel anything at ... A: Sara if you've had four pregnancies, then you know that each one can be different. If you are not ... | |
| Selling dog sperm | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: It is a good friends dog and she ask me to look in to it. He is papered and is pure bread. Where we ... A: Are you wanting to sell the semen of your dog? Is he papered? Titled or championed? Or is it just ... | |
| Pregnant yorkie with 2 puppies | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old yorkie normally 4 pounds, now 5. This is her first pregnancy. Her male yorkie ... A: Was the female only bred with the your male? There was no chance of the neighbors Shi-tzu getting ... | |
| Update - Day 57 | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: I have a 7 lb. tiny australian shepherd female. She is almost 3 yrs. old and our new 5 month old ... A: Sorry, I was certain I send this message to you, and if you get it in duplicate, I apologize. If ... | |
| worried about my pug | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: i have a question i have a 15 month old pug she was in heat and ready with the male on the first ... A: When undertaking a breeding, a breeder has to realize that almost all females personality will ... | |
| Shih Tzu on heat. | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: I would just want to ask about my shih tzu on heat. I've noticed the droplets of blood dispersed on ... A: It's common for owners of small dogs to miss a females season because they are small and do keep ... | |
| pregnant chiuahuah | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: i think my 8 month old is pregnant. tonight she urinated and a clear mucousy discharge came out. ... A: Did you bred your female or are you just guessing? Clear discharge in a pregnant female is the ... | |
| pregnant or why not? | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: but I guess you did not get my other question about the sister yorkie whom I just "tried to get ... A: What day in her season did you breed her? How old is she? She should have vitamins regardless of ... | |
| 43 days pregnant possibly | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 7 lb. tiny australian shepherd female. She is almost 3 yrs. old and our new 5 month old ... A: At day 43, it may still be to early to tell. Calcification doesn't occur in pups until around day ... | |
| breeding | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 dogs, 2 males and 1 female the famale just had puppies about 3 weeks ago she dosent mind my ... A: Dogs don't think in terms of father, mother, etc. She see's the younger male as a threat and she's ... | |
| Mother separating four week old puppy from rest of | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a three year old min pin. She had her second litter thanksgiving weekend. They are four weeks ... A: She instinctively knows that this pup needs some extra feeding and time. What you may want to do ... | |
| birth of yorkies | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: about six months ago I bred one of my 5 year old female yorkies by artificial insemination like I ... A: Females that have pups after around 5 have a great risk of fading puppies. This is true regardless ... | |
| pug pregnat | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: The lady down my street has several dogs three pugs and a pit. She asked me to look after her oldest ... A: Dogs don't discriminate when it comes to breeding. The chances are very good that she would pick a ... | |
| Determining the date of birth? | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: We inherited and hopefully saved (long story) a Bullmastiff that's about 2 yrs old and pregnant (as ... A: If you are taking her to the vet for x-rays, you should know that calcification in pups doesn't ... | |
| Boxer breeding | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: we have two boxers, dog 5.5yrs, bitch 19months, she is on day 12 of her heat cycle and is very much ... A: As a maiden she may yelp when the male enters. You will have to hold her so he can mount her and ... | |
| think shes pregnant? | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: my boyfriend and i have a rottie and she is a year this month.. i dont even know what to think. she ... A: If she bred in August, she would have had pups and they would have been on their way by now. Sounds ... | |
| pregnant beagle temp drop | 12/16/2011 |
| Q: i have a 2yr old beagle who is pregnant and due anytime now. a few nights ago she lost what i ... A: What day is she? What is her "normal" core temp? Is she panting, quit eating or in any distress? ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a three year old shih tzu that came into heat last Thursday. Is Saturday the start of her ... A: It's important to breed them over the course of a few days unless you do a progesterone test, then ... | |
| Size in breeding | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: 5 lb stud + 5/5.5/6 lb bitch = FINE 4 lb stud + 4/4.5/5/5.5/6 lb bitch = FINE 2/3/3.5 stud + ... A: Only problem with your math is that males tend to be larger in most breeds and genetics plays a big ... | |
| cocker spaniel breeding | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: hi i have a cocker spaniel and i want to know when is the best age to breed him A: The male should be in top physical and mental health and each dog is an individual. A male produces ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a three year old shih tzu that came into heat last Thursday. Is Saturday the start of her ... A: Each female is different but she should be coming into her prime breeding time. Is she standing and ... | |
| dogs and pregnancy | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: she has gained waight she went through the stage of wanting like nothing to eat at all and now she ... A: Okay first off, you must be making that little thing crazy. Stop with the temperature and the ... | |
| Mastitis | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a six year old great Dane that is pregnant im new at the breeding process and im sad to say ... A: I wouldn't start her on antibiotics prior to whelping in case she doesn't get it. Antibiotics will ... | |
| Dane not giving birth yet | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: My friend has 2.5 yr old Dane bitch and her last breeding date was September 1st. She has been ... A: Have you confirmed that the female is in fact pregnant? Larger breeds can go a bit longer than the ... | |
| dogs and pregnancy | 11/1/2011 |
| Q: she has gained waight she went through the stage of wanting like nothing to eat at all and now she ... A: 21 days is typical for a season, they just shouldn't breed for the entire time. The thing to ... | |
| dogs and pregnancy | 11/1/2011 |
| Q: she has gained waight she went through the stage of wanting like nothing to eat at all and now she ... A: Just a couple of questions. 1. Did you breed her only the one day? 2. What day in her season ... | |
| Panting After Birth | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: My shih tzu whelped 5 babies 5 days ago and I've noticed that she is panting fairly frequently in ... A: I think you're female is overheating. 5 warm babies and a 100 degrees is a bit much. The pups can ... | |
| Baby's puppies. | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: My very young puppy just had puppies. They are 9 days old today. She had a c-section, so recovery ... A: Was she given antibiotics for infection? How many pups has she had? What is her breed? You may need ... | |
| Solid white blue heeler | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: This is really not a question rather an answer to an old question you asked back in 2008 there ... A: We raised working Heelers in the early 1980's and I still stand by my answer. Although the ... | |
| Obsession | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 years old german shepherd male dog .. has an annoying obsession which is urine marking ... A: Is the male fixed? An intact male will mark ALWAYS. He only "wants" to mate when there is a female ... | |
| RE: 8 month schnauzer girl that tied | 10/12/2011 |
| Q: I ma so frightened. I have a pair of schnauzers I bought as a couple to breed much later. The boy is ... A: At 10 months chances are the males semen is viable. However, that being said, it takes 7 days for ... | |
| possible false pregnancy? | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: My dog will be 45 days tomorrow from the first time she bred w/o a tie. She bred several times over ... A: It's too hard for me to determine accurately. From the picture, Bella still appears to be nicely ... | |
| Is my min pin pregnant? | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: She is 9lbs. She was born beginning of Feb. So I believe she is 7months old. I know she is very ... A: When the male was over you didn't notice them tied or did you just leave them together without ... | |
| breeding | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a male and female Golden Retriever. My female is in heat and has been for 7or 8 days. I had ... A: Could just mean that he's not that interested yet. When you keep a breeding couple together 24/7 ... | |
| Bichon Pups 5 weeks old | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: My Bichon had a litter of 5 pups on the 14th July 3 are big all healthy weighing over 1kg now the ... A: I don't have enough information to determine if they have physical abnormalities. Some pups can be ... | |
| standard poodle breeding | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: a friend was watching our 4 standards while my family was welcoming back my son in law home from ... A: On the plus side, if your male has an infection it will affect his sperm count. So the breeding may ... | |
| temp drop in false pregnancy? | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: German Shepherd was mated, 9th 10th 12 th June, no tie, had two scans 21 and 50 days, vet saw no ... A: No matter what the vets say or the Internet says or even what I say. The bottom line is you know ... | |
| yorkie dog | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: my dog was mated and tied on several occasions over a week i was under the impression i counted from ... A: Gestation is 64 days from the time the egg was fertilized NOT necessarily for the day of breeding. ... | |
| Breeding Shetland Sheepdog | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I want to breed my female tricolor Shetland sheepdog, what color male Shetland sheepdog should i ... A: Honestly Shery, color should be the LAST thing you breed for. Temperament and health should be the ... | |
| not sure if dog is pregnant | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I had my german shepehrd bred during her last heat. i wasn't sure she was pregnant so i took her to ... A: The could be a number of reasons that your pregnancy test came back negative, one being she isn't, ... | |
| female doggy intercourse! | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 male shihtzu's breeding a female. How much is too much for her? Should i separate them? A: You have 2 males breeding one female? All kinds of red flags arise for me including the real chance ... | |
| breeding chihuahuas | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: I am writing this because she has no computer. She has a female in mind but the owner has asked ... A: With Chihuahua's there are a number of other health issues that are a concern including, Patella ... | |
| tie out of heat | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 female dogs that I use for breeding and one male that is not yet ready. My female in ... A: Animals, unlike humans, breed for procreation not recreation. So that means a female can only be ... | |
| Is my yorkie pregnant? | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: My yorkie was bred on July 9th, 10th and 11th. They made successful ties about 4 or 5 times. I bred ... A: I thought I was looking at a cats tail for a moment LOL. 2 weeks is way to early to tell. What I ... | |
| Brother and Sister | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 lab/German shorthaired poiner mixes. They are brother and sister and are gunna be 8 months ... A: It sounds like the female is coming into her season. So keep them separate for at least a month!! ... | |
| chihuahua whelps | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: My chi has just had her first litter. She's relatively small - about 4.5 lbs but had them naturally, ... A: My female Chi is 4 lbs and her pups were approximately the same weights as your litter. After a few ... | |
| Dog pregnancy | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a female German Shepherd husky mix female who is 13 months old she had her first heat cycle ... A: By looking at the picture, she still looks pretty tucked up in the back. A pregnant female would ... | |
| 10 month old beagle without heat | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: my beagle is very playful and energetic. she will be turning 10months young on july 1 2011.. but ... A: It all depends on Mother Nature and her plans for this female. As she is still young you are able ... | |
| Male pug an female Boston breeding issue | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: My question is that i have purchased two good quality registered pets to breed. My concern is now ... A: Boston's are tough little dogs, so she may be alright. However, it's important to know the lines of ... | |
| RE: looking for a seller of frozen boxer semen | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: My name is Joe-Anne And I'm from Australia and i am looking for the way to buy frozen boxer semen ... A: UPS or Fedex can both ship frozen semen from anywhere to anywhere. The problem of course is the ... | |
| Newborn Puppy Care | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: My dog (Chorkie) just had puppies 5 days ago. She has been such a good and protective mommy until ... A: If the pups were swallowing air they would be way more nosier. If they aren't active though, that ... | |
| ovulation? | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: we bred our female 7 times over a 9 day period. everytime my male got inside her, she wouldn't make ... A: Timing is the number one reason that a female doesn't take. Breeding 7 times over 9 days is great ... | |
| Pregnant Olde English Bulldogge? | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: Hey! My husband and I are wondering if there are any symptoms of pregnancy that we might notice in ... A: Typically a female will slow down, become more affectionate and have a change of appetite. This ... | |
| dog in surprise labor?? | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: My boarde collie is 3 yrs old. She has been putting on some weight but we did not think anything of ... A: Sorry I can't be more help but honestly it's up to Mother Nature. Personally if she doesn't produce ... | |
| My pregnant yorkie | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: My Yorkie's temperature has been between 99.2 and 99.6F for five day. She was due on Saturday. she ... A: Did you breed her over a course of a few days? Are you 100% certain of her due date. Other than ... | |
| doberman puppies hep | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: my doberman just had her first litter of puppies of 9 but only 3 made it she seems to lack milk what ... A: How old is the female? Was the male tested for Brucellois or other STD prior to breeding? If the ... | |
| estrus | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: Im breeding my 2 year old dalmatian and she went into heat over a month early. I went to the vet for ... A: Females ovulate immature ova. It takes between 48 - 72 hours for the ova to ripen after ovulation. ... | |
| Breast feeding lump | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: 2 years old Husky My Husky had 6 puppies 2 days ago and is in good health. I noticed this morrning ... A: I'm not certain exactly where you mean to say the lumps are located. Antior usually refers to ... | |
| breeding a pug | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: just wondering if you have any info about breeding a pug dog that could come in handy?? how old must ... A: Pugs can have issues with whelping. So you want to know the bloodlines on both sides to ensure your ... | |
| breeding | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: Ive been breeding british bulldogs for 6 years and i also breed neopolitan mastif, i have a bitch ... A: The concern with Diuretics (water pills) is that it has been proven to cause "fetal disturbances" ... | |
| breeding | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: Ive been breeding british bulldogs for 6 years and i also breed neopolitan mastif, i have a bitch ... A: The problem with puppy food is that the pups can grow so large that the dam can have difficulties in ... | |
| breeding | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: Ive been breeding british bulldogs for 6 years and i also breed neopolitan mastif, i have a bitch ... A: Heart murmurs aren't CAUSED by pregnancy. A dog will be born with murmur and it can be manageable ... | |
| Weaning Pups | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: my litter is 6 weeks old and I have been gradually weaning them for the last week or so. The mother ... A: At 6 weeks, the only immunization the pups get are from their mother. They shouldn't get shots ... | |
| cocker spaniel bitch | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a cocker spaniel she has just turned 2 she had her first heat at 1 year but has not had one ... A: There could be a number of reasons why she hasn't come into heat. Is she mainly an inside dog? ... | |
| alexbshields99@gmail.com | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: My female is 3 yrs and my male is about 4yrs. She is in heat and every time he mounts. She squeals ... A: You didn't mentioned the breed and small breeds are notorious for problems with breeding. Try ... | |
| black lab | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: Our black lab had puppies 6 days ago she is feeding them well but I notice that she won't stay in ... A: There are a number of reason why you're female won't stay in the whelping box, the main one is she's ... | |
| dog breeding | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: If a male minature collie age 4 years old mated with a female chihuahua 2 1/2 years old what would ... A: You would bred a Collie with a Chihuahua on purpose? Do you mean a Sheltie or is the Collie a ... | |
| Breeding Boxer | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: Firt off I want to tell you I am very ashamed. I have a male boxer who is 1 year 7 months old and a ... A: Did they only tye the one time? If you did the research you know then the lines in your dogs and ... | |
| Is my bitch ready to breed? | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: She is 10 months old, she has her male by her side but seems like she does not want him to mount on ... A: I'm of the opinion that 10 months old is too young to breed. The female will not have developed ... | |
| whelping/travel | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: Your Question was: Two questions for you and thanks much for your time: 1. I have a GSP who is at ... A: Personally I have an issue with temperature as it does fluctuate from everything as simple as the ... | |
| whelping/travel | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: Your Question was: Two questions for you and thanks much for your time: 1. I have a GSP who is at ... A: Gestation is 63 days from when the egg is fertilized. So as breeders we usually round out the days ... | |
| Nursing Chihuahua | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: My chi had 5 pups on Thursday. 3 have died. I thought I could feel a hard lump in her abdomen that ... A: X-rays are pretty accurate. If the tech was competant there is no reason to believe they missed ... | |
| dogs period | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: My vet told me that when my 7 month old dog got her first period there would be no bleeding and that ... A: A female can come into what is refered to as a split heat or pre heat. Now is the time you want ... | |
| first litter | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: My dog storm has always been a loving caring dog. She just had her first litter June 15, 2011. After ... A: Do you have a yard? You could tie her out for the time required to clean the whelping area. With ... | |
| first litter | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: My dog storm has always been a loving caring dog. She just had her first litter June 15, 2011. After ... A: What breed is she? If a female is warning you against her pups, a stern NO is in order. ... | |
| 10 month old beagle without heat | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: my beagle is very playful and energetic. she will be turning 10months young on july 1 2011.. but ... A: Whether she's mentally prepared on or not, Mother Nature waits for no man (or pup). She could have ... | |
| pregnant bullmastiff | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: the last couple of days she has gone off her food eating probably half of what she normally would ... A: That's common for a female to have a mood changes when their expecting. You can encourage her to ... | |
| Panting Dog | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: My Australian shepherd just had 10 puppies 19 days ago and she is panting alot is this normal?? All ... A: When she had oxytocin did she expell her afterbirth? It's not normal for a female to pant 19 days ... | |
| Whining mother | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: My name is Laura and our bitch has just giving birth to 8 pups, unfortunately 5 have died. She feds ... A: When did she birth the pups? Do you know why the pups died? Did your vet give the female a shot of ... | |
| 2 aussies mixed emotions | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a beautiful 3.5 year old blue merle male, not neutered, companion dog.I recently saved an 8 ... A: Option A: Seperate them every time she comes into heat -- but you have a real risk of an unwanted ... | |
| have a question about my pug | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: my pug is a female pug who is 9 months old. i wanted to know the right age for a female pug for ... A: Ideally, a female should go through her second or third heat before breeding. It's important that ... | |
| 19 month old healthy staffy pregnant by Rottweiler | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: his 3 year old rottwieler got to her, which i was not very happy about. i was just wondering wether ... A: Staffy's are tough little dogs. But it depends on the lines the male comes from. He may be a small ... | |
| 1st Time Breeding | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I are starting our own kennel and we are breeding one of our sires and dams for the ... A: First thing you want to do is seperate them. Anticipatation towards the breeding will excite a male ... | |
| Puppies | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: We didnt think she was due because she had just started to look pregnant. We didnt have time to get ... A: Is she at least in a whelping box and/or in a safe area where she can be monitored? This will ... | |
| She Just Won't Eat | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: My dog is VERY pregnant but not about to give birth we had no clue she was pregnant until she ... A: I thought you said she wasn't due soon -- this would explain the not eating. How many pups did she ... | |
| She Just Won't Eat | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: My dog is VERY pregnant but not about to give birth we had no clue she was pregnant until she ... A: Table scaps are better than nothing but you may want to get her on raw. Beef heart, kidney, liver, ... | |
| my baby dajah having babys | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: she want eat that much at all she will her treats but not her food i bought sportmans pride dog food ... A: Those are the teats with the milk last to come in, but once the pups are sucking the milk should ... | |
| Yorkie breeding | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 1/2 yo female and a 4 yo male. I bred them on her last heat cycle (puppies whelped on ... A: You talk to enough people, you will get enough different answers to make your head spin. From my ... | |
| my baby dajah having babys | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: she want eat that much at all she will her treats but not her food i bought sportmans pride dog food ... A: The discharge is normal. The mucus plug will start to discharge up to 10 days prior to whelping. ... | |
| Yorkie breeding | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 1/2 yo female and a 4 yo male. I bred them on her last heat cycle (puppies whelped on ... A: You are right about your options, those are them. If she's in good health I would consider ... | |
| aborted fetuses | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: Sure hope you can help...I breed just for my own purposes of showing. I have been breeding poms for ... A: Because you're female is a poop eater, lets start there. Dog that ingest their (and others) stool ... | |
| after whelping question | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: First Im glad that I found this website. Ive found alot of my questions answered by reviewing other ... A: Did she receive oxytocin to ensure all the afterbirth and placenta's were discharge? Second give ... | |
| Pregnant Bichon | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: This is her second litter and we had to supplement her food with calicum last time. She is normally ... A: Is she peeing more frequently than usual? It could be that she has a puppy pressing against her ... | |
| Pregnant Sheltie (unknown due date) | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: 'How much longer untill my dog give birth?? I have a pregnant sheltie that I rescued on April ... A: The thing with temperatures is you should know her "normal" internal temperatures. Some females can ... | |
| hi i have some questions to ask you | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: I'm just wondering what is the main reason why people want to breed and have puppies. I have more ... A: I'm not a mind reader so I can't assume what other people's reasoning are. I can only speak from ... | |
| pregnant bitch? | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: My 2 year old mated during her fertile days and is now exhibiting strange behavioral/physical ... A: All signs are normal. And signs of a true (and false) pregnancy. What you can do is start measuring ... | |
| Mom, Daughter and babies | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: We have raised three Australian Shepherds. Mom (Patch)- 7 yrs old, Male (Cy) - 5 yrs old and ... A: Now the females have a history and it's going to be harder to keep the peace in the family. The new ... | |
| GSD pregnancy | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a little GSD female I bred for the first time at the age of 27 mths she's on her 63rd day of ... A: I have seen big dogs go 72 days. Depending on the style of your female and if she is carrying ... | |
| Female Obvulations | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: she was mated 6 months ago and has started her season as of the the 4th of march I have a male ... A: Each female is different, but yes it is possible that this particular female ovulates on her 12th ... | |
| hernia | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: but my question is, are umbilical hernias genetic? i took her to the vet he said it wouldn't get ... A: Umbilical hernia's are genetic or are considered congenital. To put it simply, there is a weakness ... | |
| My dog is pregnant! | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: I have 1 year old Red Nose Pit and she is pregnant I do not know ANYTHING about this I've never had ... A: I will not make mother in law jokes but I will think them. Do you know the lines of both the dogs ... | |
| non suckling puppy | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: All day yesterday a newer puppy was born. All but the last has accomplished suckling. She is the ... A: Is your female a new mother? What breed is she? Some females need a few days to bond to their ... | |
| pregnant boxer ! | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: Hey there. I have a pregnant boxer who is almost 2. I did not attend to bred her . My 3 year old ... A: The discharge would be the mucus plug. Normal. The panting is her in labor. DO NOT wait until she ... | |
| chihuahua breeding - puppies | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have just had a litter of chihuahua puppies both parents are short haired and kc reg (no ... A: Genetics being what it is -- you should know the pedigree behind both the sire and dam 3 generations ... | |
| Whelping complications | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Please could you throw any light on the complications my Chihuahua bitch has had when she whelps. My ... A: I have seen this once before in a bulldogge we bred. It was the same situation for us, she was 5th ... | |
| accidental whelping? | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: My female Pit Bull stopped bleeding about 3 days ago, and is now flagging and allowing our other ... A: It's the point after the breeding that ovulation occurs and the females are prime for breeding. ... | |
| Whelping | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I was just wondering if there were some good supplements to give my dog during her pregnancy, and ... A: I like fish oils for brain development, Nature's Logic All Food Fortifer and BioVites by Biologic. ... | |
| Not Spayed | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I adopted an American Eskimo female 2 months ago to prevent her from going to the pound. She will ... A: She will still come into season and want to breed. A female is born with all the eggs she is ever ... | |
| pregnant Shih Tzu | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: My Shih Tzu is 52 days pregnant and I can't see or feel the puppies move. Also, milk cannot be ... A: What day in her season was she bred? Some females expand the last week of pregnancy especially if ... | |
| Day 67 | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 3yr old toy Poodle who is now 67 days from 1st tie. This is her 2nd litter. I assisted in ... A: Remember it's day 63 from when the egg was fertilized not necessarily for the date of mating. 7 ... | |
| Two litters at the same time | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 Yorkie females, 1,5 and 3 years old, they are both in heat and I would like to mate them. I ... A: It's typically for females to come into heat at the same time. It's important to keep them ... | |
| breeding | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: My female was on day 10 of her cycle yesterday. She was flagging. I took her to the stud's house. ... A: Is the male experienced? Day 10 may still be early for the female. Days 12 - 15 are usually optimal ... | |
| my old pregnant dog | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a ten year old chawawaha mix. She ran off while she was in heat and she got pregnant.I was ... A: If she's straining and pushing and she's not getting anywhere, there's a problem. The best thing to ... | |
| my old pregnant dog | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a ten year old chawawaha mix. She ran off while she was in heat and she got pregnant.I was ... A: Risk 1. She was bred to a Lab, Shepherd, Great Dane. Anything bigger than a bread box that will ... | |
| worried | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: im worried that earlier i was rubbing her belly while she was feeding the pups and i thought i felt ... A: Did your female expel the afterbirth and all the placenta's? The sausage shape you may have felt ... | |
| Pregnant Saint Bernard | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: Ok so I have a 2 year old Saint Bernard we planed on breeding her this spring but her heat cylce ... A: A false pregnancy has the same signs of a real one without the end result. Gestation is 64 days, so ... | |
| mateing | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: i have a male dog 20mth and an 4yr bithch who is in day 9 of her season he keeps mounthing her and ... A: There's a small chance. However, Mother Nature invented the "tie" for a reason. Day 9 is still ... | |
| Whelping - still no puppies at 71 days | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: My English springer bitch has reached 74 days (put to the dog once so no question about dates)had a ... A: Are you certain on the day? Gestation is 64 days from fertilization, not necessarily from breeding. ... | |
| bleeding after birth | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: My golden delivered 9 pups 1 died at birth the others are very healthy. My girl now has diarrhea ... A: Diarrhea after whelping is common. Add canned pumpkin (NOT PUMPKIN PIE FILLING) to her diet. You ... | |
| Boston Terrier labor | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: My BT is in labor. I came home and she is nesting (digging around), only wants to be in her crate ... A: Has she broke the water? If not you can do it for her. It's the beginning of her labor, so no ... | |
| signs of problems after delivery | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a shih tzu who gave birth last night. I put a heater near her box that she has the puppies ... A: Did you do an x-ray to know how many pups to expect? Did your female expel all the placenta's and ... | |
| Birth | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: Well you guessed right! Our boxer had her pups last night (64 days)- like you said sometime this ... A: Congratulations. Did she expel the afterbirth and both placenta's? If you're not sure, take her ... | |
| Pregnant Boston Terrier - Temperature | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: My Boston Terrier is pregnant and she is due on the 12th of February (she tied the first time on Dec ... A: How many days was she bred over? What day in her season was she? And is this her first litter? ... | |
| boarder collie season | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: wanting to breed my 4 year old boarder collie. Please can you tell me if boarder collies have a ... A: For a whelping box a wooden "crate" lined with tile. You can find some excellent examples on line. ... | |
| boarder collie season | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: wanting to breed my 4 year old boarder collie. Please can you tell me if boarder collies have a ... A: The most important thing is to ensure that your female is both mentally and physical fit. A check ... | |
| breeding maltese | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: This is my first time breeding. I have a 5 1/2 lb female maltese and want to breed her. what size ... A: I will try to get my answer across one more time too. The male of any breed is going to be larger. ... | |
| breeding maltese | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: This is my first time breeding. I have a 5 1/2 lb female maltese and want to breed her. what size ... A: You will ALWAYS have a larger male no matter what the breed. So again, a male up to 5 pounds ... | |
| breeding maltese | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: This is my first time breeding. I have a 5 1/2 lb female maltese and want to breed her. what size ... A: In all breeds, the males tend to be larger than the female. Up to 5 lbs heavier would be a safe ... | |
| lab puppy intake requirement | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: i have a 6 weeks old male golden lab. i brought him home 3 days back,although he has settled down ... A: A puppy only needs to eat twice a day if it's fed the right food. Dog's are carnivores so they need ... | |
| My boxer is 58 days pregnant | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: My boxer is 58 days pregnant. This will be her second litter, and she is about half the size she was ... A: Her date has everything to do with ovulation and less to do with the date of breeding. I would take ... | |
| My boxer is 58 days pregnant | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: My boxer is 58 days pregnant. This will be her second litter, and she is about half the size she was ... A: A larger chested breed like the Boxer can carry higher. The symptoms all sound normal -- she ... | |
| Bloodhound after birth | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: Our family dog, Ruby, is a registered bloodhound. She went into he the first week of December and ... A: She needs a shot of oxytocin -- especially as you don't know how many pups she had, or if she's ... | |
| PUPPIES | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: With regards to my question 12/18/2010 and my bitch bleeding all through her pregnancy, I would just ... A: Congratulations! Oxytocin is always recommended not just to bring the milk in but to ensure she has ... | |
| 9 month old pregnant shih tzu | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: As hard as we tried to make sure that our 9 month old female shih tzu did not tie with our 1 1/2 ... A: Sorry I wasn't clearer Katie. Yes a 52% of younger females will reject than older ones (under 1 ... | |
| Pregnant Boston Terrier | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I believe my Boston Terrier is pregnant and will be scheduling an xray next week to see how many ... A: Save your money for a few more weeks. You won't be able to see pups on the x-rays until they are 50 ... | |
| 9 month old pregnant shih tzu | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: As hard as we tried to make sure that our 9 month old female shih tzu did not tie with our 1 1/2 ... A: Dogs are like people in the sense that some females will take to their off-spring and some won't. A ... | |
| breeding | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: My shih tzu pup went into heat on Dec 30. I went out of town to work so had to leave her with a ... A: Could be a false pregnancy. At this point it's kind of hard to tell. A false pregnancy has all the ... | |
| boxer pregnancy | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have been breeding boxers for about 5 years now and do so responsibly. All of my dogs are health ... A: Some of the larger chested breeds do carry up near their ribs, they've just got more room. I found ... | |
| preguency in Yorkie Poo | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a yorkie poo who I think is preguent froma yorkie cock a poo she is 8lbs and he is around ... A: Do you know the sizes of the dogs in both their pedigrees going back at least 3 generations? If the ... | |
| moving mum n pups | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I work as a semi-live-in carer, and HAVE to work 2 days after my bitch's due date...she normally ... A: I'm thinking you're across the pond because I've never heard of them. Tripe is rich in amino acids, ... | |
| moving mum n pups | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I work as a semi-live-in carer, and HAVE to work 2 days after my bitch's due date...she normally ... A: The best thing for the mom and pups is to leave everyone home safe and snug. There is a greater ... | |
| Female Maltese | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a female maltese and she is 2yrs. old. Recently I noticed her mammory glands were swollen and ... A: A season lasts 21 days so if she was taken to the groomers after the bleeding, she would have been ... | |
| Female Maltese | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a female maltese and she is 2yrs. old. Recently I noticed her mammory glands were swollen and ... A: I would find out immediately. If she was bred to say a Doberman, you're little female is in for a ... | |
| Female Maltese | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a female maltese and she is 2yrs. old. Recently I noticed her mammory glands were swollen and ... A: Has she been bred? Has she gone through a season lately? If she hasn't been breed, it could be a ... | |
| diet information | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: i have a bitch lab i want to mate her. which diet is best for her during pregnency ? she ... A: Royal Canin has different products and I'm not a big fan of kibble. All our dogs are on a raw ... | |
| information | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a bitch lab and i want to mate her. she is now 14 months old. what priquation I should ... A: With ANY female you are considering for breeding, regardless of the breed, you want to ensure of ... | |
| Pregnant dog | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a female pit bull who is 51 days pregnant. She is painting a lot & seems uncomfortable & also ... A: Is she up to date on all her shots? Could she have contact kennel cough or a respiratory infection. ... | |
| whelping | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: As this is the first time I have had puppies I don't know very much! so is it normal for her to have ... A: She should have expelled a placenta for each pup and then she will have one large "glob" of ... | |
| italian greyhound | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: i recently got a male italian greyhound. i already had a female shit tzu terrier mix dog. i was ... A: My question would be... why would you or what would be the purpose? Please don't take that to mean ... | |
| mating yorkie | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: My yorkie went in heat with signs of red discharge about 8 days ago, my friends yorkie has been ... A: First, your male should only mate your female when she's in her season between days 9 and 15. ... | |
| Dog season/mating | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: My bitch usually has long seasons lasting 3/4 weeks (bleeding bright/dark red blood all the way ... A: Personally all antibiotics should be giving PRIOR to mating, usually at the start of a season. As ... | |
| whelping | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a female Australian shepherd who is 8 weeks pregnant. She has started showing signs today of ... A: What exactly is she doing? Is she flagging and engaging in sexual play or is she humping? Just ... | |
| my pitbull and three day old puppies | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: hey my name is emily and i am concerned about my pitbull. she gave birth three days ago and she is ... A: A couple of things, How old is your female? Each pup should have been in a sac so there is a ... | |
| 3 non-pregnant dogs | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: I am a breeder. I just started a couple years ago. Since Then, I am really enjoying the experience. ... A: I'm going to try and answer all your questions without missing any (I hope). First your females ... | |
| First time Mum digging after whelping | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a golden retriever bitch who has had 10 puppies to our labrador dog. When ever she goes ... A: That behavior typically means that the location where she's digging, is where she wants to raise her ... | |
| Extra large dog bred with a medium dog | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: Hi i Have a 1 year old female dog she is half blue healer and half some kind of hound i went to ... A: Was she in heat when you bred her? What days in her cycle was she? She may be exhibiting a false ... | |
| pregnancy | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: my staffie was bred august 30th and has shown all signs to be pregnant she has been having ... A: Did you only breed her the one time? What day of her season did you breed her? Is this her first ... | |
| hernia queston | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: While delivering her puppies my Yorkie bit to close to the umbilical cord leaving what started as a ... A: How much of the intestine was coming out? Do you mean she bit to much of the cord off to close to ... | |
| inbreeding | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: what if someone mated brother and sister, what would be the "alot of problems" you were referring ... A: It depends on the breed and the specific problems that are inherent in the lines. Professor Steven ... | |
| mis breed... | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: we have 4 doberman pinschers of varying ages. our male is 2 1/2 and a perfect specimen. our new ... A: If you are going to abort the litter, you should do it sooner rather than later. Waiting 30 days ... | |
| Whelping | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a Dogue De Bordeaux and she is 60 days pregnant. Last night she had discharge hanging from ... A: The thing with taking the temperature is that .... everything can make her temperature fluctuate. ... | |
| frustrated chihuahua | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: jazzy is my 1 1/2 year old male chihuahua that has lost his mind because my 1 year old female boxer ... A: Boys, can't live with em..... You can try putting him on vitamin B but honestly consider shipping ... | |
| interbreeding | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: I'm just sick about this. I was keeping my 3 yr. old male basenji away from his sister in the house ... A: Some breeders use in-breeding as a tool to narrow in on a specific trait. Don't correctly and with ... | |
| whelping | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: We have a 3 year old border collie, small in stature. She whelped a litter of 4 pups last week. ... A: Each female, and each pregnancy and subsequent whelp is different. Are you going to breed her to ... | |
| mother looking for dead puppy | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: She tried very hard to revive the puppy but despite her efforts it didn't survive. We let her keep ... A: You have to remember that dogs don't "think" like we do. Even with the fancy, cleanest whelping ... | |
| mother looking for dead puppy | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: She tried very hard to revive the puppy but despite her efforts it didn't survive. We let her keep ... A: How is she with the rest of the pups? If she's digging in the bushes and under the porch that ... | |
| introducing dogs to mate. | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I would like to mate my female golden I have carefully chosen a mate for her. We have taken all ... A: How far along in her season is your female? Is the male experienced? Neutral territory is the best ... | |
| when will dog have puppies | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: My friends Boston Terrier (11 months) and My peek-a-poo mated approximately August 10th. When should ... A: Did you breed only the once? What day of her season was she? Gestation is 63 days. So her date is ... | |
| boxer bitch | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: i took my 5 and a half yr old boxer bitch for an ultrasound at 31 days, they found 2 heartbeats. i ... A: Personally, I like x-rays for detecting pups for just that reason. You have to wait until after day ... | |
| pregnancy | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: 5ys old with our 5.5yr old male. They (the dogs) locked together at about day 8 of her heat --now ... A: I would measure her chest AND stomach. If she's pregnant they will both expanded about the same ... | |
| breeding my boxer | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I just tried to breed my boxer. The male was very willing but there was not a successful "tie" He ... A: First off I have to ask if you have breed him before, did you test him this time for STD's such as ... | |
| preg 2 cycles in a row | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: my shih tzu has had puppys 5 mo apart seems like her heat cycle is less than 6mo how can i determine ... A: You have to remember to include the pregnancy months in the heat. Vigilance is really the only ... | |
| mating | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: i have a toy yorkie , who is in season when will i know if she is ready to mate , is it between 9 ... A: Each female is different. To be certain, you can do progesterone testing to see when she will be ... | |
| Mating Bullmastiffs | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: my female bullmastiff is currently in heat, she has been bleeding for 14 days now and yesterday we ... A: With the big boys sometimes a intervention is required. Sit on a low chair with the female ... | |
| First heat after C-section | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: We bred our 2 1/2 yr old golden and she had a C-section. She is now supposed to be in her first ... A: A section is very invasive and can change the cycle. It sounds more like she may be in a pre heat or ... | |
| My Lhasa... | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I have Zoey, a Lhasa apso.. She's just over 2 yrs old and hasn't had any bleeding, so I thought she ... A: Did you mate her? Does she live with an intact male? Have you ever seen a male mount her? A false ... | |
| dogs wont lock together | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: i have 2 bichons, the male is 3 and the female is 5, they have preduced 2 litters in the past, and ... A: Have you checked him for Brucellois or STD's? Has your female ever been bred with another male ... | |
| pregnancy | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: ANSWER: Hi Karl, What day in her season is she? Does the male live with her 24/7? A progesterone ... A: Other than x-rays or ultra sound, you just have to sit back and wait. False pregnancies have all ... | |
| Moving house with whelping dog | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 20 month old jack russell bitch who is due around the 4th to the 8th of this month. The ... A: Gestation is 63 days. Everything from laying in the sun, to picking up your stress will lower or ... | |
| my yorkie male | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: my yorkie male is 16 months and we have a friend with a female yorkie also 16 months and we would ... A: If she's flagging the male, she may be ready to be bred. Some males can have low libido's or ... | |
| my boston terrier is pregnant | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: My boston terrier is only a year old. Both male dogs caught her while she was in heat. And we ... A: The "long mucus thing" is her mucus plug, normal and typically starts to discharge up to ten days ... | |
| how long can you breed a pomeranian befor she and he has to retire | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: ive recently adopted a breeding pair of pomeranians they are around four years old and has already ... A: Do you know the history of the pair? Bloodlines, health issues, etc.? At 4 the female is starting ... | |
| Behavior after giving birth | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a American Pit Bull who just gave birth to six puppies, there look nice and healthy and are ... A: How long have you had your female and how old is she? A stable female will let her humans in. It's ... | |
| breeding an older dog | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: How old should a dog be when it stops having puppies? And does size matter, like shelties one is ... A: Yes age does matter. A female is born with all the eggs she is ever going to produce, so as she ... | |
| mating my dog | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old Lhasa Aspo that we want to mate, the dog is keen she has been 12 days since ... A: Is the dog you want to mate familiar to your female? If she's flagging she should be ready. Some ... | |
| my dog | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: i am so worried unsure dont no if my dog could b pregnant she is only a pup herself another dog ... A: A tie is not necessary to become pregnant but it's Mother Nature's way of helping things along. Was ... | |
| Breeding | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Boxer bitch 3 years old, she is in heat day 13, but my dog doesn't seem very interested. ... A: There are a number of reasons a male will lose interest. He lives with the female 24/7, he could ... | |
| Chihuahua pregnancy | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 female 10 month old chi's and 1 3 yr old chi....none of which have been fixed. I'm ... A: Each female carries differently, she could be have a singleton or a false pregnancy. What I would ... | |
| chihuahua pregnant but not big | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old chihuahua that is indeed pregnant , she was breed aug.8.2010, since then she has ... A: Palpating a pup is very hard, the kidney can feel like a pup to the inexperienced. A female must ... | |
| first time mom behaviour | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: my 5 1/2 yr old pug has just given birth to 3 pups, 2 alive. This is her second day & she is very ... A: Occasionally there will be a pup in the litter that a first time mother will seek out. It can be a ... | |
| breeding | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: hi i have a 2 year old shih tzu last time she was in heat she wouldnt stand for my male and this ... A: What day in her season is she? Does the male live with her 24/7? A progesterone test will determine ... | |
| Boxer bitch's conception | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old boxer bitch that I have successfully had 2 tied breeding on the 12th %26 14th day ... A: There is nothing you can do to ensure conception unless you had the sperm implanted directly into a ... | |
| welping | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a shih tzu that has given birth to her fist litter she had her 1st pup 16hrs ago and had ... A: Did she pass the placenta's and after birth? You can't miss the afterbirth as it's a big red mess. ... | |
| Breeding | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old Newfoundland dog and was wanting to breed her but he has a heart murmur.Consider ... A: No. A majority of heart "murmurs" are out grown by 6 months. At 6 years, the stress of breeding, ... | |
| Breeding Pugs | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: my pugs name is maggie she will be three years old in march of 2011. we just had her with a male in ... A: What day in her season did you breed her? She could either have a split heat, or, you bred her too ... | |
| jack russell terrier and breeding | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a JRT of 1 and half years old. He has a lovely calm temperment and is friendly with children ... A: Once the a male is used for breeding. That's all he will want to do. He will go looking for a ... | |
| C-SECTION | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: i would like to know what happens during the process of a c-section when the bitch is pregnant. I ... A: First talk to your vet? Are you certain that your females have to have the sections? There are ... | |
| my dog is pregnant | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: my name is tawnie and i have 2 amazing pit bulls. my female is named ruby, and the male gimpy. we ... A: I don't get paid to lecture here. A great dog is a great dog regardless of the breed. In fact, when ... | |
| labour | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: my staffordshire terrier is 65 days pregnant, this is her 4th litter she is seven years old. this ... A: It doesn't seem to go any quicker, if your counting the minutes. You're still waiting, and waiting. ... | |
| Breeding Min Pins | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a Min Pin female that is 8 months old. We are wanting to breed her and have found a stud for ... A: A responsible breeder will wait until a female has matured both physically and mentally. At 8 ... | |
| my dog | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: i have a Chihuahua, she's pregnant(yes!!) well, i know nothing about whelping, do you know what i ... A: When you breed a pup that's not developed both mentally and physically you have to anticipate that ... | |
| whelping | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: she has reached day 63 after tying together with another boxer for 20 mins but we have noticed her ... A: I'm not a fan of the temperature as a gauge as anything from drinking water to lying in the sun will ... | |
| my 1st mini dachshund pregnancy | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: daffy(black%26tan) is her name and she is so huge, was wondering when will she let me know when she ... A: Gestation is 63 days. Do you know the approximate time she was in heat? Females are born with all ... | |
| whelping | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: she has reached day 63 after tying together with another boxer for 20 mins but we have noticed her ... A: Big chested girls can carry quite high and can "hide" their pups easier. For future reference after ... | |
| Whelping | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: My german shepherd is approx 58 wks gestation. She's kind of a nervous dog - what can we do to ease ... A: Do you mean 58 DAYS gestation? Dogs carry for 63 days. I'm of the opinion that a nervous dog ... | |
| Finding female Black Lab in heat | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a beautiful (just turned 2yom who is from Idaho)Black Lab, I'd like to mate before having ... A: The best is to find a local breeder and/or check with local breed clubs. Remember if you are ... | |
| dog pregnancy 64 days temperature normal | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: my dog is a bichon frise ,she is 1year and 6months old. she is 64 dogs pregnant ( counting from her ... A: How many days was she bred? Was she ovulating? 63 days is from ovulation, it takes 7 days for ... | |
| Help with gaining wait after giving birth | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: She gave everything she had in doing so. She was a good weight before breeding and she got really ... A: The weight loss is very common with a larger litter. A high quality puppy food will help but ... | |
| Rottweiler whelps | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: We have a dam Rottweiler that just whelped 4 days ago. Took to vet for docking at 56 hrs old and she ... A: The pups sound like they are a perfect weight. Typically a pound a pup is average. Did your female ... | |
| Brittany | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: My Brittany is 9 months old. I assume she is in heat because she is spotting and acting different. ... A: All common. It's starts with spotting, swelling and THEN she'll be ready to breed. At 9 months ... | |
| Jack Russell Not Nursing Enough | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: my Jack Russell gave birth to 5 pups 21 days ago. At first she was very attentive, now she will only ... A: That happens. The pups are getting teeth and have sharp little claws, I don't really blame her for ... | |
| Post natal Complications for Dogs | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: my pug had a litter of healthy pups a week ago. She seems absolutely fine and is looking after her ... A: Did she expel all her placenta's and her after birth? The discharge doesn't sound what is ... | |
| My Shih-tzu & Labor | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: today she has stayed in her bed all day long and when she would come out she wanted to go outside. ... A: What day in her pregnancy is she? Is she still eating? Is she nesting? Does she have a whelping box ... | |
| Small female dog breed by large dog | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: We have a small beagle who was breed by our yellow lab. I thought we kept them apart the whole time ... A: Before you start to panic you need to ensure that she is in fact truly pregnant and not experiencing ... | |
| maltese pregnancy | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: My 10 month Maltese is nearing her 5 week of pregnancy. My family and i are extremely worried about ... A: The concern with breeding young females is their mental and physical maturity. It's best to wait ... | |
| Boston Terrier Agression | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9yr old boston terrier and we recently came across a 1yr old female boston terrier, when ... A: Where did you introduce them? It's important to introduce new dogs on neutral territory. Your male ... | |
| Yorkie wieght. | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: Does the female Yorkie have to be bred to a Yorkie that is smaller than her and not the same size.? A: It's important to know the bloodlines on either side for at least 3 (but 6 is better) generations. ... | |
| On what season should I breed my bitches first litter? | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I Bought a yorkshire terrier puppy who is now 8 months old she is currently 2 days into her first ... A: Each female is an individual. Some dogs mature quickly so the second heat may be fine. When she ... | |
| Bottle feeding Chihuahua puppies | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I was considering getting two Chihuahua puppies that are 2 weeks old their mom died when they were ... A: I would look for a female that has just whelped a litter and try and get her to take the pups. The ... | |
| is it a faulse pregnancy? | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: ! Yesterday her temp dropped and today she has lost a mucus like substance she is off her food and ... A: What kind of "scan" did she do? If they did a ultra sound or a x-ray, even one pup would be ... | |
| mini dachshunds breeding | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a long haired miniature male and a short hair miniature female dachshund. She is two and we ... A: AKC recognize both the standard and miniature size. They come in three different coat varieties ... | |
| breeding my dog | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: could you tell me do you count day one the day you first see blood loss,my dog is on day 12 since ... A: Day 1 is typically the first day you see blood. Ovulation can occur between days 10 - 17 (or there ... | |
| my pregnant toy poodle | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: my sweetheart is pregnant for about 50 days now. a couple of days ago she lost mucus and today when ... A: The mucus plug can start to expel up to 10 prior to whelping. You want to watch now that she's ... | |
| pregnant daschund | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: My pregnant daschund is ready to give birth. She has been leaking fluid since friday 7/23/10. She ... A: Does she have a whelping box with old towels or newspaper? She needs a place to safely birth this ... | |
| white german shepherd | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: A: For years, breeds of dogs that had pups born predominately white that were not recognized as such, ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 21 month old shih tzu pup. I asked a friend to sit her and she ended up pregnant, She got ... A: There is always a risk when doing a breeding, especially if you don't know what she was bred with. ... | |
| Normal weight gain/single pup | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: Our miniature schnauzer gave birth to one puppy a week ago. The puppy seems to be gaining a lot of ... A: It's common for a singleton to grown in leaps and pounds as there is no competition for the buffet ... | |
| Pregnant Pug | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: We brought my pug Ashley to his bf Pogo to be stud last Thursday and Saturday after consulting with ... A: A progesterone test is required to determine if your female is ovulating. That's done by taking ... | |
| Pregnant pomeranian????? | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I breed my 3yr. old pom.may 19th. My husband would not allow me to take her to the vet. I do not ... A: Without x-rays or ultra sound, you're guessing. Let assume the breeding on the 11th she released ... | |
| after whelping | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old Schnoodle that had a litter of 5 yesterday night. After having the litter she ... A: Did you notice if all the placenta's were accounted for and did she expel the afterbirth? If the ... | |
| Pregnant pomeranian????? | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: I breed my 3yr. old pom.may 19th. My husband would not allow me to take her to the vet. I do not ... A: What day of her season did you breed her on? As today is day 67, it's doubtful but possible that ... | |
| white german shepherd pregnant | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: A: No I don't recommend puppy food for the dam until AFTER the pups are whelped. The puppy food has ... | |
| female won't stand for a male but flags | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a female that 12 day of heat and she won't let the male breed her is it too late . she flags ... A: Some females just won't be mounted. They are either too scared or dominant. These females should ... | |
| breeding 2 virgin dobys | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 virgin dobermans. They are both 2 years old. My female is in heat its her 11th day. she has ... A: Experience can play apart but I think the biggest thing is that they are together 24/7. Day 11 can ... | |
| Pregnant Dog Follow up | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: My fox terrier is very close to birth, it is her 63rd day into pregnancy and I am expecting her to ... A: It's important to remember when your counting is that you have to give a few days leeway as it's 63 ... | |
| breeding | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: i have a bassett who was a year old at the beginning of july and has had one season and due her 2nd ... A: Each female is different. You are the one best able to determine if she's in the best physical AND ... | |
| dog breeding | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: i have a 9 month old rottie that has recently mated with my friends dog is it possible for them to ... A: Is your dog a male? 9 months is young, and the semen won't be the best stuff, but he can produce. ... | |
| Overdue Papillon | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: We have a 5 year old papillon that is on her 4 litter right now. She was bred on May 15 and her due ... A: Have you used the same male for the breedings? Have you done an internal? Can you feel if a pup is ... | |
| Hair loss after whelping | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: Our 2 year old English springer spaniel gave birth to her first litter 5 week ago and we've noticed ... A: It's very common for a dam to lose her hair. She's giving her all to the nursing pups and she ... | |
| Urgent- Pregnant Dog | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: My fox terrier is very close to birth, it is her 63rd day into pregnancy and I am expecting her to ... A: Does she nest in her box? If it's her first litter, she may not know. But Mother Nature has a way ... | |
| whelping | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: my 2 year old bull terrier bitch is 59 days pregnant today it is her first litter shes has lost a ... A: Don't forget that she's ingesting everything that the pups eliminate. And that can be a mouth full. ... | |
| My Pug gave birth to 1 puppy, yesterday it was here first litter | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: My question is... My female Pug whelped one pup yesterday morning, she wants nothing to do with the ... A: It can be happen with new mothers, but more common in breeds like the Pug. Sometimes it's a ... | |
| 2 week pregnate puppy | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: My little rose is a min. Schnauzer 7 months old she will make a whimperimg sound if you touch her ... A: Did you witness the breeding? Did you plan the breeding? 7 months old is too young for a female ... | |
| aggression of new mother | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: i have a boxer bitch aged 3 1/2 years old and she had a c-section yesterday (babies to big to be ... A: That's common for some females. Not acceptable or desirable but common. You can start by adding ... | |
| Pregnant femal puggle 14 mos. old | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 14 mos. old femal puggle "honey", who I am definite is pregnant, and possibly in her ... A: Although I'm the champion puppy guesser at our place, it's not a fool proof way of determining pups. ... | |
| whelping | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: my 2 year old bull terrier bitch is 59 days pregnant today it is her first litter shes has lost a ... A: With the pressure of the pups, she will urinate more often, and sometimes without realizing it. The ... | |
| Tie pulls apart when breeding | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 yr old first time breeding male Chihuahua that I am trying to breed to my 3 year old ... A: Is the female a maiden? Has she been bred before and/or whelped a litter before? I know it's the ... | |
| breed | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: how much money can you get for breeding german shepperd A: Wrong question. Or maybe right question, wrong "expert" to ask. I believe that breeding to better ... | |
| 3 questions on my yorkies sorry. | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: 1. I have a 9 pound female and a 4 lb male can they tie with his size she is flagging now and not ... A: Your male can tie he just may need a boost up however, how old is he? Too young and he won't ... | |
| Palpation in Pomeranian | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: How are you? My husband and I bred and showed rabbits a while back. I had gotten good at palpating ... A: The female must be standing run your hands along her lower sides with your finger grazing her belly. ... | |
| stalled labor? | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: My Springer Spaniel started labor last night. She delivered two puppies within about 20 minutes of ... A: Have you taken her up for a walk? A nice brisk walk (of course you'll have to have her on a leash ... | |
| placanta still inside | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: my dog just gave birth to 3 puppies, on the 3rd puppy the cord ripped and the placenta didnt come ... A: No need to panic just yet. You want to ensure that all the placenta's are accounted for, but if ... | |
| Breeding time frame | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Havanese females who is in heat right now, She was standing for the male on the 22nd and ... A: Well I love answering your questions, so were even LOL. Some females will expel a lot of fluid ... | |
| Breeding time frame | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Havanese females who is in heat right now, She was standing for the male on the 22nd and ... A: Some females will stand for their entire cycle, starting as soon as they bleed until after they are ... | |
| Min Schnauzer expecting | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: My lil Saidee Mae lost her mucus plug yesterday and her temp is 98.4 as of this morning. My question ... A: Personally I'm not a fan of the temperature taking, as everything from laying in the sun to drinking ... | |
| Min Schnauzer expecting | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: My lil Saidee Mae lost her mucus plug yesterday and her temp is 98.4 as of this morning. My question ... A: Well now that Saidee Mae's reputation is soiled, all you can do is find a good convent for her and ... | |
| My fox terrier is pregnant! | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: my fox terrier recently tied with my japanese spitz, their weight difference is approximately 4 ... A: The Terrier is a pretty hardy breed but that being said I would be taking her into the vet for ... | |
| boxer breeding | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: i was hopeing to breed my three year old boxer for the first time this year, when is the best time ... A: A female will only catch if she's ovulating or about to. So if you're not going to do progesterone ... | |
| breading problems | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: My dog is in heat and she allows my sire to mount her. The problem is he can"t penetrate her. what ... A: What exactly is the problem? Is he too short? Does she dance away? What day in her season is she? ... | |
| Breeding problems | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I asked the following question on June 23rd: I want to breed our two Aussies. The male is 3 1/2 ... A: When a female comes into season, she starts by swelling (this can last a week), then she'll start ... | |
| Breeding problems | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I asked the following question on June 23rd: I want to breed our two Aussies. The male is 3 1/2 ... A: We'll take June 20th as the first day of her season. That would make her receptive starting the ... | |
| Is my female prouducing enough milk for her pups? | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: My female boxer had puppies on June 21. She is a little over a year old(13-14mo). 7 healthy pups. ... A: Not a fan of Purina Puppy Chow. A breeding female should be on quality food. Raw organ meat and ... | |
| puppies at birth | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: My girl delivered 5 puppies on day 58. She is a great mother so far. They were born from 4.83 ounces ... A: New born pups can't regulate their body temperature which for the first 2 weeks should be around 95 ... | |
| dog breeding | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a two year old white female schnauzer, she had her third period so we waited after the ... A: You want to start counting when she first starts bleeding. When the female is about day 9 or 10, ... | |
| problems achieving a tie | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: My Golden's achieved one tie 1 1/2 years ago and she had a litter of 9. We have since tried a year ... A: This may require some brute strength. Well maybe not brute strength but some assistance from you. ... | |
| Chi-Weiner Behavior after mating? | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have 1 year old Chi-Weiner Dog mix and she has just gone through her second heat cycle. Last ... A: It's important to get all the information, or as much as possible. What is even more important. ... | |
| Due today Cocker Spaniel? | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: This is sometimes on her right side lower abdomen, sometimes on her left sometimes not there at all. ... A: Sperm can live 72 hours and eggs take 7 days to mature. I find, that a female that is ready to ... | |
| pregnant female | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a shih tzu that will be 59 days pregnant on sunday and is doing well. I am having 13 people ... A: Is your female high strung or nervous? Is this her first litter? If the answer is no to these, then ... | |
| Due today Cocker Spaniel? | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: This is sometimes on her right side lower abdomen, sometimes on her left sometimes not there at all. ... A: First how many days was she bred? You may still have a few days left. When palpating for a pup, ... | |
| Yorkie Breeding | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6mth old female Yorkie. What age and when can they become mothers. I have been torn ... A: A female pup CAN become a mother at her first season. As young as 6 month old. However the ... | |
| Bichon Frise pregnancy | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: My Bichon is showing many signs of pregnancy such as eating more, nipples are more swollen and her ... A: Did you witness a breeding? What day in her season was she bred? How large/small was the male she ... | |
| Litter Size | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a great dane that is 63 days from the final breeding today. She has a small - medium about of ... A: When was the last ultra sound done? Big breed dogs can carry higher, deeper and because of their ... | |
| over due staffy/ emotional upheaval | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: My Staffy, is two years old, good health, shiny coat, I bred her against another staffy the same ... A: Sounds more like a false pregnancy. Gestation is 64 days, a few days of what is considered "overdue" ... | |
| breeding | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a friend that wants to breed her 4lb 4year old yorkie. I have a 7lb 5 year old chihuahua. We ... A: The only reason a spayed female would have discharge, is if she had an infection. What day on her ... | |
| Finding a breeder with available litters | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to buy an English Mastiff and I want to know the best way, preferably on the internet, ... A: A lot of people sell their dogs on the internet, doesn't make them reputable just visible. You can ... | |
| Dog pregnancy | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: What happens if my pregnant dogs temperature stays 97.7 and somewhere around for the rest of the day ... A: One more question. Is it day 59 from the first breeding or the last breeding? I ask because 59 ... | |
| Westie breeding | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I purchased my female westie at age 7 months. She had a heat cycle at 18 months but we wanted to ... A: It's not so much running time, but sunlight time. Weather and sunshine can play a huge part in ... | |
| Dog pregnancy | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: What happens if my pregnant dogs temperature stays 97.7 and somewhere around for the rest of the day ... A: I'm sorry you feel that I didn't answer your question, but I was asking some questions of my own so ... | |
| Dog pregnancy | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: What happens if my pregnant dogs temperature stays 97.7 and somewhere around for the rest of the day ... A: Was she laying in the sun? Curled up and having a good snooze the first time, and just finished off ... | |
| Westie breeding | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I purchased my female westie at age 7 months. She had a heat cycle at 18 months but we wanted to ... A: A couple of questions, how much sun does she get? Is she in with the other females? What food do ... | |
| Is it infection or miscarriage | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: My female Labrador was mated 15 days back, during mating the inner skin of her vagina tore and there ... A: What she got was a bunch of antibiotics. Depending on the dosage of all you mentioned it sounds a ... | |
| Female dog pregnancy | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 54 days pregnant and she's a Pitbull. I was wondering when do you think she will have her ... A: The thing with taking the temperature is that you have to know what your female usually runs. Does ... | |
| 61 day into pregnancy | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: so when is it considered late?? shes been sleeping alot and I've been feeling and seeing the ... A: Gestation is 64 days from when the sperm enters the eggs. Not necessarily the date of breeding. It ... | |
| pregnant dog | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: In my past dog labors, once they start heavy panting they progress. This time its different. ... A: With a large litter a female can become uncomfortable and start panting and moaning a few days ... | |
| female heat cycle | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a female boxer who is six years old. She is currently in her heat cycle and I want to breed ... A: Without progesterone testing you won't know when she's ovulating. However that being said, day 7 is ... | |
| Yorkie 64 days since first mating | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: It's been 64 days since my Yorkie's first tie and I'm really worried, her tempreture hasn't dropped ... A: How many days did you breed her and on what day of her season? Ovulation occurs over 7 days and ... | |
| Is my sharpei pregnant?? | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: i am a bit confused as to if my little girl is pregnant or not. She was mated about 3 and a half ... A: Did you breed her only once? What day in her season did you breed her? Is there a lot of ... | |
| colors expected from breeding a red bulldog to a black tri color bulldog that carries the dilute gene | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: What colors should I expect from breeding a red bulldog to a black tri color bulldog that carries ... A: Did you have the tri tested to determine that it is carrying the "dilute gene" or are you guessing ... | |
| Female dog pregnancy | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 54 days pregnant and she's a Pitbull. I was wondering when do you think she will have her ... A: If your female has them early they won't be fully developed, won't have fur, lungs are weak and ... | |
| pretty confused mating question | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: i have 3 Australian shepherds all intact as i am starting a breeding program. all have been tested ... A: A silent heat confuses the males as it's the smell of the blood that helps gets the males excited. ... | |
| bulldogs | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: my girlfriend has always wanted a english bulldog i have been offered 1 whom is 3 years old but i ... A: Older dogs can be a joy to be around. Before introducing any dog, regardless of the breed, it's ... | |
| breeding | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: My 3yr old staffy has just gone on heat what would be the best time to introduce the male to her. ... A: Start around day 9. If she's ready she will stand and flag. Day 9 is early but it will give you a ... | |
| Stud dog cannot penetrate | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I asked you last week about my 15 month old havanese stud dog who was trying to mate a 2 year old ... A: Temperament plays a huge part in the breeding and ultimately in the breed. A female with the traits ... | |
| hair loss after whelping | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: how long after whelping does it take for my bitches hair to grow back? i have a 20 month female ... A: What food are you feeding? Does she get any supplements like oils or vitamins? All that will ... | |
| Yorkie poo breeding | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a female yorkie poo that i have been trying to breed with a Toy Poodle. She is swollen but ... A: Sounds like she was in preheat the first time you tried. Some females will have the symptoms with ... | |
| Yorkie poo breeding | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a female yorkie poo that i have been trying to breed with a Toy Poodle. She is swollen but ... A: Smaller dogs are hard to gauge because they keep themselves cleaner and don't spot as much. Without ... | |
| Stud dog cannot penetrate | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 15 month old havanese who is trying to breed another havanese female. The owner noticed ... A: You can use a slight slope, pillows, driveway, phone books. But if she's not flagging and standing ... | |
| Stud dog cannot penetrate | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 15 month old havanese who is trying to breed another havanese female. The owner noticed ... A: Was a progesterone test done on the female prior to mating? The simple test will tell you where she ... | |
| x-ray/48 days prg | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 yr old Aussie fm, and 3 yr old ml, the male has never mated before.My female had a litter ... A: Of course it depends on the females. If she ovulated after the breedings she could still take. All ... | |
| x-ray/48 days prg | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 yr old Aussie fm, and 3 yr old ml, the male has never mated before.My female had a litter ... A: Bones of pups don't calcify until the pups are 50 days in utero so they won't show up on x-rays ... | |
| Female's role in tie | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I am a relatively small home-breeder of toy and miniature poodles. I have been breeding for about 16 ... A: Has he been tested for Brucellois? Also, have you done a internal on the female? Some females ... | |
| x-ray in a collie high breasted dogs | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: Salutations, I have a female Collie bitch about 20 months old that was successful bred. I took ... A: Have you taken this female in to a vet? Although I would rethink taking it to the same vet that did ... | |
| x-ray in a collie high breasted dogs | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: Salutations, I have a female Collie bitch about 20 months old that was successful bred. I took ... A: Pups bones don't calcify until they are about 50 days old in the womb. That means on a x-ray they ... | |
| virgin stud dog | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: My virgin JRT bred a virgin bitch successfully on their first mating. They liked each other from ... A: Try leaving them along together (watching from inside the house for example), some males get ... | |
| new puppies | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: My Pomeranian has just given birth to three puppies. There is one runt and her left leg seems stuck ... A: Color is the least of your worries, especially if you don't know the lineage on both sides 3 ... | |
| pregnant pug shitzu mix 9 mo old! | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: My question is if I figure the date from when I saw them tie shes not due till may 3-5. however ... A: Typically a female isn't ready until days 9 - 17 so she may have been in heat sooner than you ... | |
| pregnant pug shitzu mix 9 mo old! | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: My question is if I figure the date from when I saw them tie shes not due till may 3-5. however ... A: What day in her season was she when you saw her tie? Of course it's possible that she was bred ... | |
| breeding | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: my question didn't get answered sry if she stopped bleeding and i only noticed the blooc on april 6 ... A: As I mentioned. April 6 is considered day 1. Day 12 - 17 (if using ONLY the counting method) is ... | |
| breeding pitbull dogs | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: i have 2 pitbull dogs one male one female they are brother & sister could i breed them to have babys ... A: Pitbulls are the most interbred dog in the world. The dogs have to be the best specimen to even ... | |
| breeding my female yorkie | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: my female yorkie will be 3 this month..i noticed a wk ago she was licking quite a bit but not blood ... A: You would could day 1 as the day you notice the blood. So the 6th. She should be ready to breed ... | |
| jack russell terrier penile pain | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: My male jack russell terrier seems to be having penile pain. I have a female jack who is coming out ... A: An infection could cause it. We're the dogs tested for Brucellois prior to breeding? His could ... | |
| dog mummy swollen nipples and breasts | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: ... we are adoptive parents of a mixed breed spaniel... she has just been separated from her litter ... A: You can put her in a tub of warm water, make sure when she's standing the water covers her teats ... | |
| sore inverted nipples | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you know of some ease for my bitch with 6 pups she has got 4 inverted nipples which i ... A: One inverted nipple has been known to happen but not 4. You don't want the pups to drink of off of ... | |
| preganat dog | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: well,hi...my female chihuahua has been lazy these days and her breasts(mammary glands)have gotten ... A: Was your female bred? When did you mate her? Is this her first pregnancy? How old is she? A false ... | |
| dog birthing | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: my German shepherd had two puppies early this morning is that normal for her or could there be more ... A: If you didn't do x-rays then it's anyone's guess. A female can produce anywhere from 1 - a dozen ... | |
| hi | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: Can brother and sister mate? A: They can but the question should be ... SHOULD they mate? In breeding should only be done with ... | |
| nursing pups | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: alright our st bernard had pups this morning 6 in all they all survived and mama and pups are doing ... A: Mother Nature knows what she's doing. It's normal for pups to take a few hours to "get the hang" ... | |
| During Mating | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: Our Standard Poodles were in the middle of the mating process, back to back, and our bitch pooped. ... A: It's very important that the male and female both have done their business PRIOR to breeding. You ... | |
| golden retriever breeding season | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old golden retriever pup,she has not yet been in heat and she will be 1 at the end ... A: Some females take their time going into heat, especially larger breeds. Depending on your ... | |
| problems 4 days after delieverig puppies | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: my german shepherd age 6, just delievered 9 pups, one died...she seemed to be doing great...vet ... A: Did your female pass her afterbirth, where all the placenta's accounted for and did the vet give her ... | |
| Transcervical Insemination | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: on day 28 an ultrasound was done by a general vet, he didn't see any pups however, the bitch ... A: I prefer x-rays done after day 50 for clearer results. You have to wait until that long as the ... | |
| Suddenly aggressive pregnant English Buldog | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: We currently have three dogs, 2 English bulldogs and our daughter's shi tzu that we have been caring ... A: Once a female is bred, her behavior can change. A once docile female can turn into physco pooch. ... | |
| boston terrier breeding question | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a small female (13 lbs. at one year old). My question is if I decide to breed her in the ... A: What you need to know is the weight and sizes of the parents and grandparents on either side too. ... | |
| Verbal breeding contract | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I agreed to breed my female with sperm saved from a friends dead male dog so the male owner could ... A: The number one reason we don't stud out or use outside males. Everything has to be in writing and ... | |
| New Mother Reluctant To Feed | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: My 18 month old lab had her first litter of 8 healthy puppies a little over 18 hours ago. She is ... A: Some females need a little help calming down, especially if it's their first litter. Once her milk ... | |
| dog in heat previous problems | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: Joyce, first I want to thank you for you help and time, it's much appreciated. My Weimaraner bitch ... A: Before you breed her I would put her on a low dose of antibiotics to ensure she's all clean with no ... | |
| Mother dog misses puppy? | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: My chihuahua gave birth to 1 pup on Sunday. He didn't seem to be quite right and I brought them both ... A: She needs to work through it but you can help by giving her a small stuffed animal. This is common ... | |
| staffordshire bull terrier bitch | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: My bitch is 5 days off her due date, shes restless, nesting, off her food and ive noticed recently a ... A: The hardest part about breeding is the waiting. The discharge is her mucus plug, which can be ... | |
| find A mate for my Lhasa male | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: My lhasa Apso dog is 5 years old and he is a great pet and family member. We would like to mate him ... A: You could start with your local breed club. It depends on your local demographics. Before you ... | |
| Dog breeding | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: We have a male and female micro mini Dachshund that are both a little over 2 years old. We are ... A: You now have a breeding male in your home, life is over as you know it. Your male will be on the ... | |
| Dog breeding | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: We have a male and female micro mini Dachshund that are both a little over 2 years old. We are ... A: Welcome to the world of breeding. A intact breeding animal is a totally different animal from a ... | |
| about breeding | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: i have a 3 year old gsp it is not interested in female dogs it is very aggressive with other dogs ... A: My question would be why would you want to breed an aggressive dog? Temperament is trait passed on ... | |
| What is the minimum to the maximum length of the mating session? | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a male chihuahua that is ready to breed with my friend's female dog. I want to know how long, ... A: Timing is the number one reason that a breeding doesn't work. There are many misconceptions ... | |
| mom-dog stopped feeding but wants puppies | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: two months ago someone dropped off a smallish brown mutt (25 lbs.) The dog was skittish and ... A: At this stage of the game it is not likely that the pups and mother will bond. The pups are better ... | |
| momma dog killed 5 week old pup | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: She has been an awesome first time mom, cleaning them, nursing them the whole deal. i Came home from ... A: Don't don't think like we do, the pups wouldn't be effected by a missing sibling. A dam can tell ... | |
| Schnauzer | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I have two mini schnauzers. My girl just got done with her second heat, and we actually let our boy ... A: How many pups did her dam have? What days in her heat was she bred? A female produces all the ... | |
| Miscarriage or what?? | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a pair of dachsunds and the first time they bred was 1-14. I got the dogs in October, ... A: It's disconcerting that you "don't know the history" but bred them anyway. Either one could carry ... | |
| Pregnant dog?? | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: and thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I have a 9 year old maltese cross shih tzu, ... A: Males can continue to produce semen until the day they die. It might not necessarily be the best ... | |
| false pregnancy | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old female chocolate lab that came into her second heat around the 1st of January. ... A: Did you only breed her the once? Did you do progesterone testing to see if she was ovulating? ... | |
| could my dog be pregnant? | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an 18 month old Vizsla who went into heat at the end of January(I think!) for the first time. ... A: Those are signs of both a true and false pregnancy. So it's hard to tell. The only way to know for ... | |
| My dog might be pregnant | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: We were moving house at this time also, The day of the move my Aunts male king charles cavalier ... A: If she's from a big litter, there is a good chance she'll produce a big litter. It all depends on ... | |
| breeding | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: how long after my bitch starts bleeding do i need to mate her and do i need to keep my male and her ... A: If you are not going to dog progesterone testing to ensure your female is ovulating your guessing. ... | |
| Pheromones | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: we are trying to find pheromones for assisted breeding of tosa's if you have any information it ... A: You are better off trying the "bull penis" they are a stick that the dogs can chew on. But because ... | |
| Pheromones | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: we are trying to find pheromones for assisted breeding of tosa's if you have any information it ... A: First love the Tosa's my husband keeps insisting we need one. How old are your breeding pair? Are ... | |
| Breed information correct? | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: We recently got two male puppies that are about 9 weeks old. We were told that they are great ... A: I can't see any of those breeds in the pups at this age. I would think by the shape of their heads ... | |
| dog breeding | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: so she will be 5 weeks in to days her belly hasnt gotten bigger yet does this mean she is not ... A: What day of her season did you breeder her? How many times did you breed her? Was she ovulating? ... | |
| False Heat | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I have been breeding my toy breed of dogs for many years. I am ver attentive to them but doing it ... A: A silent heat is what it's know as and can be common. She may be not be a sweller or bleeder (or the ... | |
| What to expect after the birth | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: A dog we are sitting had her puppies on Monday night. She is only 11 months old, it was an ... A: There should be a sac for each pup PLUS the afterbirth. Some females will become very thin after ... | |
| pregnant dog | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: How soon after mating should i be able to tell if my dog is pregnant? what are the usual signs? ... A: What breed is she? How many times did you mate her? What you want to do is measure her chest and ... | |
| newborn boxer pups | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: My dog just delivered 11 puppies, 10 born alive. I work 8 - 5 and it seems as though she will step ... A: This statement... "hind legs are twisted but otherwise seems healthy" is an oxymoron. If it's legs ... | |
| breeding | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2yr.old shitzu and a 4yr.old yorkie. The shitzu is in heat is there a limit to the amount ... A: BIG RED FLAG!!!!! Why is your female on prednisone? Prednisone is often used for treating ... | |
| how know the bitch is getting heat | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: i am jinto from bangalore i have around 12 dogs including bitches.......i'm a seminarian, ...i want ... A: First you want to separate the breeds. The last thing you want is a Great Dane Lhaso Apso mix. ... | |
| Whelp - My boxer is not in her whelping box | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: We have made a whelping box for our dog and I think she is in the first stages. The only thing is ... A: Get her out of the bushes and back into the box. If she's hidden, you wouldn't see if she's in ... | |
| Chihuahua breeding | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old female chihuahua that I would like to mate. I have 3 male chihuahuas one is 13 ... A: Some inexperienced males just need practice. They get over excited, try and mount the wrong end and ... | |
| breeding | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2yr.old shitzu and a 4yr.old yorkie. The shitzu is in heat is there a limit to the amount ... A: Once every other day for a week is enough. Breeding more times won't guarantee pups. She has to be ... | |
| My shih t zu is in heat | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a female who is 2 year's old. She is small and in heat. This is going on her third week. My ... A: There is always the chance that she took. The difference could be a problem, especially if you ... | |
| day 54 of pregnancy | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: My English Bulldog is on day 54 of her pregnancy. She is a small bully, she started out weighing 41 ... A: If you're concerned with your female and the pup, then absolutely you should take her in to the vet. ... | |
| Pregnant? | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: Our Dogue de Bordeaux female had her first heat at 11 months which began (oddly enough) on the 1st ... A: The thing is a false pregnancy has all the signs of the true one, without the end result. All you ... | |
| Mother and son dauchsuns breading | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: i have a question referring to my dog and a son of her previous litter. I didn't know that my female ... A: When doing an interbreeding, you have to use the best of the best. All inherent defects will come ... | |
| Day 65 going into day 66 | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a pug that I thought was pregnant (first time) and day 63 came and went without incident. She ... A: Tough to say as a false pregnancy has all the signs of a true one, without the end result of course. ... | |
| False Pregnancy | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: My Shih Tzu Heidi came out of heat about 8 1/2 weeks ago, I do have a male Shih Tzu as well. During ... A: Singleton's can be carried up high, between the ribs or "hiding" behind a kidney. Gestation is 63 ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: Hi my chocolate lab is on day 15 of her heat cycle the stud dog we have been using has gone away ... A: The number one reason a breeding doesn't take is timing. You female has to be ovulating and she may ... | |
| So nervous | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: my lab is on her 3rd heat cycle and we really want her to have puppies this time. I am nervous that ... A: Anytime you consider using a dog, regardless of the breed, for breeding, you take a chance that ... | |
| PREGNANT CHOCOLATE LAB | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: MY CHOCOLATE LAB HAD A LITTER ON 10/4/09. SHE HAD 9 PUPS AND ALL WHERE HEALTHY. SHE GOT TIED AGAIN ... A: Well if she choked on a bone during labor, she might die. Or if a bus ran into the side of the ... | |
| split - heat | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I think my dog maybe having a split-heat - She is just over two years old and is due in season in ... A: With having more than one female, you get the "dorm" effect. One female comes into heat and the ... | |
| spotting some.. | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: Wanted to first say thanks for giving such quick responses!! I have a chi that had a good size ... A: Honestly I adore the veterinary practices and the services they provide. But I LOVE my vet who is ... | |
| Labrador not getting tie | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: My 2 year old lab has visited a stud every other day since her 11th day in heat. We are on day 15 ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by "outside tie". Do you mean he becomes fully extended without entering ... | |
| English Bulldog 56 days pregnant and not eating. | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: Our English Bulldog was AI's on 12/30, 1/1, and 1/3. So according to our calculations she is due ... A: Your female needs to get back into the care of the pups. She could be just reacting from the ... | |
| English bulldog | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: My 3 year old english bulldog was AI'd on 1/1 and 1/4/10. She is 56 days gestation given she took ... A: We're you able to determine the reason for the seizures? And I promised myself I wouldn't rant ... | |
| yorkie poo out of heat | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1 year old yorkie poo that just had her 2nd heat 2 months ago. just this past week she has ... A: It is early to be starting another season, unless she had a split heat or if she has an infection. ... | |
| Staff pregnant | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I belive she is 55 days pregnant. Today she has been losing a milky colored discharge, Maybe mucus? ... A: It sounds like her mucus plug. Very normal, nothing to panic about. It can start discharging a few ... | |
| to many ties? | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old chihuahua who has mated with my stud. She has been presenting herself to him for ... A: Some females will present themselves to a male for their entire season. Others only on the days ... | |
| English Bulldog 56 days pregnant and not eating. | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: Our English Bulldog was AI's on 12/30, 1/1, and 1/3. So according to our calculations she is due ... A: If her first AI was 12/30 and her last was 1/3 I'd personally be splitting the difference. Pups ... | |
| English Bulldog 56 days pregnant and not eating. | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: Our English Bulldog was AI's on 12/30, 1/1, and 1/3. So according to our calculations she is due ... A: The discharge is her mucus plug. It would have nothing to do with the exam and normal. Her lack of ... | |
| Jack Russell Terrior Mix in labor | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Jack Russell Terrier mix. She is 7 years old. She is having her first litter this morning. ... A: Could be she ate the first one, which is common. It's normal for a female to rest between pups, ... | |
| minature snauzcher | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: how long does a bitch stand 2 b mated my bitch has been standing to b served 6 days now should i ... A: A season can last up to 21 days. If she started standing on day 10 she will stand for the about a ... | |
| Female in Heat | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a female pit and she is bleeding. Just her first one so she is not ready to get pregnant. I ... A: How old is your female? If this is her first heat, she should be separated. A season can last 21 ... | |
| breeding male with two females | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: My friend wants to breed her stud with two females who are in heat at the same time. Typically a ... A: Before anybody does anything make sure all dogs involved have been tested for STD's including ... | |
| Brother/sister mating | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: We have two dalmatian mix puppies about 7 months old. She came into heat and her brother has ... A: A few things I find disturbing, 7 months old, brother and Dalmatian. First a first heat is young to ... | |
| breeding | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old Jack Russel that I am using as a stud for a 2 yr old bitch. This is the first time ... A: You could use your 12 year old as a teaser. Or at the very least a gauge to let you know if the ... | |
| Pregnant Yorkie | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: That makes sense since they say the puppy food contains more nutrients.... So should I just keep her ... A: Yes, just keep her on the food she's on. You can supplement her with chicken, heart, kidney, or ... | |
| Pregnant Yorkie | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a female yorkie weighing 4.5lbs and a male yorkie weighing 6lbs. I just recently found ... A: The problem I have with feeding a pregnant female puppy food BEFORE she whelps is that the pups get ... | |
| yorkie poo& yorkie | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: Yorkie poo just went into heat and this is her third heat and this is the first time she is mating ... A: Gestation is 63 days after the eggs are fertilized NOT NECESSARILY after breeding. You will know ... | |
| very minimal weight gain, with u/s confirmed large litter | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: First, just let me say thanks for offering your advice freely here, its a good tool, for even an ... A: You know sometimes sh*t happens. No reason and no explanation. I know that's not what you want to ... | |
| Pregnant Yorkie | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: My female yorkie was due Sunday Feb 14th, and she lost a dried mucous like thing on Tuesday. On ... A: When was her first litter? Did you use the same male? Is she pushing or just panting? It sounds ... | |
| Schnauzer breeding | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: i met a family a while ago that has a female schnauzer, and they noticed that I have a male. I have ... A: Before you do ANY breeding you should have two things in place, a breeding contract and a Brucellois ... | |
| very minimal weight gain, with u/s confirmed large litter | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: First, just let me say thanks for offering your advice freely here, its a good tool, for even an ... A: Re-absorption can happen up to 24 hours prior to whelp. There may be a bit of discharge, but not ... | |
| very minimal weight gain, with u/s confirmed large litter | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: First, just let me say thanks for offering your advice freely here, its a good tool, for even an ... A: Some females can "live off the fat of the land" and some put on the real weight a week to 10 days ... | |
| Whelping chihuahua?? Temp concerns? | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: Ok so my chihuahua is I believe in prelabor she is panting digging and trying to get ... A: You can't time Mother Nature. It could be any minute or in a few hours. With Chi's especially, ... | |
| New Mother | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My Shih Tzu just had puppies about 48 hours ago for the first time. For the first few hours, she ... A: Picky eaters are tougher to deal with because they may not be getting what they need. There are ... | |
| breeding my dog | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: i have a 3 years old white staffy and a 3 yrs old male my 2 dogs hv a 2 litters the last one was ... A: First, a female doesn't have to be in heat to be spayed. In fact, she should not be in season. If I ... | |
| Acting strange a month after giving birth | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 14 months old. She's 1/4 Rottweiler, 1/4 Lab, and the rest is unknown. She finally went ... A: Worms can lay dormant in the muscle until pregnancy. I would be de-worming not just her put the ... | |
| New Mother | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My Shih Tzu just had puppies about 48 hours ago for the first time. For the first few hours, she ... A: Do you have a whelping box for her and the pups? You want to encourage her to stay in one place to ... | |
| How much longer? | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I had not-so-recently gained a new dog, she's a lab mix and is just over a year old. She was ... A: Still the move into your household, from a "guest" to a permanent residence will have it's stess for ... | |
| How much longer? | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I had not-so-recently gained a new dog, she's a lab mix and is just over a year old. She was ... A: Yes I do. She will try and move the pups to what she perceives as a safe place. If she is a new ... | |
| How much longer? | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I had not-so-recently gained a new dog, she's a lab mix and is just over a year old. She was ... A: It's extremely difficult to guestimate a due date. She may not begin to produce milk until after ... | |
| my nursing beagle | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: it seems to hurt her when they feed.her nipples are red and sore. what can i do ANSWER: Hi Jarrid ... A: At 5 weeks old the pups have teeth and nails. You may want to trim the nails to make sure she's not ... | |
| Strange behavior after my shih-tzu was bred | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old female who was just bred for the first time. I was awaken by her yelping, so I ... A: Some maidens (especially small dogs) can become frantic with the mating. Especially if the male ... | |
| Breeding | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: We have just mated a Lhasa Apso/Bichon Frise Bitch with a Lhasa Apso Dog, about 1 week ago, without ... A: Unfortunately one week is too early to tell if a female caught. One month is early. If she was ... | |
| Dogs teeth | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: she had them when she was smaller i mean they fell but when she grew the new set of teeth those ... A: First you have to determine why she doesn't have them or are they impacted behind? Some dogs carry ... | |
| 1 to 3 week old pit wont take bottle. | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: i recently came across a 1 to 3 week old pit i took him in. i have only had him for 2 days. i have ... A: You may need to get a feeding tube for him or put the formula on a wash cloth and let him suck that. ... | |
| questionable postpartum | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: My chihuahua just gave birth yesterday to four pups. This was not her first litter. The pups seem to ... A: Green and black discharge are a sign of trouble. She's either retained a placenta or pup. If ... | |
| odd | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: my pit pull mix had her puppies early this morning.. she has three males. One is very small about ... A: When was her last litter? What food is she fed? Was she given supplements at all during her ... | |
| breeding shih tzu | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for a stud for my female shih tzu. She only weighs 8 pounds and is 1 1/2 years old. I ... A: With most all breeds the males are bigger than the females. It's important to remember not only ... | |
| Annual Girl | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a girl that only comes into season once a year. I know that this is typical for wolves and ... A: If she spends a lot of time indoors, which happens in the colder climates, you can help boost her ... | |
| mother spotting | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: . My Chi just had a litter of 9 pups, but 2 died at birth.. she did great with the whole process, ... A: First let me say... "Holy Cow" your CHI had 9 pups! With a litter that size I expect the dam to ... | |
| Vaccination | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know when I have to take my 5- one month old puppies to the vet to get their ... A: They can go to the vet anytime although the first booster and check up is usually done at 6 - 8 ... | |
| not in heat.... | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: my female is not in heat her heat was in dec 09 but shes locking up with my male??? why is this? ... A: A female will only stand for a male when she's in heat. And she can only become pregnant if she ... | |
| feeding raspberry tea/ leaves | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a pregnant havanese bitch her first litter she is on day 41 and seems to me to be very heavy ... A: If the female is stock full of pups it doesn't matter what you do, if she doesn't have room for ... | |
| patterdales | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: my lovely little patterdale rescue is pregnant i have never had puppies before and its all my fault ... A: It's very important NOT to give her any vaccinations or de-wormer until after the pups are whelped. ... | |
| Weaned Beagle mom's appearance | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: we just brought home a 5 year old rescued beagle that was used by a puppy mill, when rescued she was ... A: At 5 years old do you know how many litters she had? If she was bred every season she may never get ... | |
| patterdales | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: my lovely little patterdale rescue is pregnant i have never had puppies before and its all my fault ... A: Patterdale's are hardy little dogs, so she should be fine. However, I'd be concerned with the other ... | |
| Breeding Questions | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 questions. I was reading a post you wrote saying it is ok with siblings to mate with the ... A: To clarify, I always say it's okay when there is in no genetic defects in the lines. Any issues ... | |
| Vizsla bitch eating non-stop | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: Our Vizsla whelped 7 puppies 5 weeks ago. The puppies are on puppy food and feed from the bitch only ... A: Has she put her "pre-puppy" weight? Did you increase her food while she was pregnant? What food are ... | |
| Yorkie Poo breeding | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I am going to be breeding my 1 year old Yorkie Poo on her next heat. I have a friend who has a 3 ... A: It depends on when your female is ovulating. The number one reason a mating doesn't take place is ... | |
| bleeding in the uterus | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: My dog had a c-section and the vet told me she had a lot of bleeding from the uterus, what does that ... A: Some females will bleed a bit more after a section because the uterus tears, especially if they had ... | |
| Husky Mother Digging/ Whining | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: My Siberian Husky gave birth to 7 puppies 2weeks ago. They all seem to be doing great! Before the ... A: The problem is this .. you let her have her pups in your closet, and the moved them. What you ... | |
| breeding | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: i have been breeding greyhounds for years and now have bought myself a miniature dachshunds pup, and ... A: With the smaller dogs you may have a greater risk of c-sections. Especially when "miniature" comes ... | |
| Breeding | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: At what age is it ok to breed my german shepherd male for the first time? A: With Shepherd's especially, I would wait to to testing on him. The GSD is one of my all time ... | |
| british bulldog first period and breeding | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: first of all im wondering when my dogs first period will be she is nearly 1 year old and do you ... A: Your female should come into heat the first time between 6 and 9 months old. If she's older than ... | |
| breeding | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a yorkie pup about 11 months old I have noticed she has been spotting blood since last sunday ... A: If's she been in heat for a week, there is a slim chance however, for the next 20 days I would not ... | |
| pregnant boxer and vitamins | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: ive a 15 month boxer and about two weeks ago i gave her worm dose as she had lost weight and vet ... A: It's never advisable to give a pregnant (or suspected)female de-wormers or shots. They can be very ... | |
| Walking my bitch after having a litter | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: my Golden Retriever bitch had a litter of 9 pups 11 days ago now and we haven't as yet resumed her ... A: Your female may not want to leave her pups just yet but it's important to start her walking again. ... | |
| Additional questions about pregnancy | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: If my bitch is indeed pregnant is it ok to allow her to do her regular activities like playing in ... A: It's best to restrict her activities to walks and exercise without wrestling. Rough housing can ... | |
| Unnoticed Heat | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I'm watching an 8 month old male border collie. I also have a 16 month old standard poodle bitch. He ... A: With another dog in the house, especially a spayed female, she may have kept your female clean so ... | |
| pregnant toy poodle | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: My toy poodle is 57 days pregnant and her temperature has been under 99 for the passed three (3) ... A: You still have a week or so to go. The mucus plug can start discharging 24 hours to 10 days prior ... | |
| Choosing a irish setter stud | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I am looking into breeding my 3 year old bitch, she weighs about 5o pounds. The sire I am ... A: Males can produce semen up to the "bitter end" so it should still be viable but it would hurt to ... | |
| Accidental Mating | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr. old Bichon (12lbs) who I am afraid may have gotten pregnant by a 1 yr. old pitbull. ... A: You can have your vet administer oxytocin. This will induce her to go into labor. She will need a ... | |
| my dog | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: My sister and I live in Pennsylvania and my dog got her dog pregnant and she claims by law,I have to ... A: You would have to check your local laws however you would have to be prepared to pay for DNA testing ... | |
| dog breed | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: we have a rottweiler who is almost a year old and it seems like she doesn't want to get pregnant.. ... A: Two things concern me "almost a year old" and "every time she's in heat..." Number one she's too ... | |
| female dog discharging white liquid | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: i hav a 7 yrs old female spitz dog. she mated one month ago for the first time during heat and since ... A: The only way to tell if she's pregnant is to do ultra sound or x-ray after 50 days. A cervical ... | |
| my dogs had to have a c-section | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: my dog went into labour her water sack had blood in it vet has done a c-section on her right now ... A: It depends on a number of factors. How quickly the section was done, how long she was in labor ... | |
| Bleeding after giving birth | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: My 13 month old Staffy Terrier just gave birth 3days ago to 14 pups 2 still born 12 lived but she ... A: 14 is an extra large litter so it's to be expected that she would be bleeding for a few weeks after. ... | |
| mothers milk and weight | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: her breasts have blown up and she is dripping abit of milk does the milk dry up on its own or is ... A: Drontel is my favorite form of de-wormer. It's good to do the dam too so they aren't just passing ... | |
| cutting my puppies cord | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: my staffordshire bull terrier is due her litter in 3 weeks,and i am after advice about cutting the ... A: I've been breeding for 25 years and have never had to cut a cord. I'm always ready too but with a ... | |
| boxer | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: My boxer was bred for the very first time November 26th. She was tied a few times with our male. We ... A: Was the male proven and did you have him tested prior to breeding? How old is your female? What ... | |
| puppies first few days | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: My Shih-Tzu gave birth yesterday to 6 puppies they were on 57 days gestated. They all appear to be ... A: A newborn pup should be about 94 - 96 degrees. A pups internal thermostat doesn't start working ... | |
| here's my problem | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: My friend has a dog with the right eye looking to the far right and the left eye looking to the far ... A: In infants that is the correct term for something similar. HOWEVER you can't always apply human ... | |
| puppies first few days | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: My Shih-Tzu gave birth yesterday to 6 puppies they were on 57 days gestated. They all appear to be ... A: I would caution with the heat bulb as pups can't regulate their temperature so they can overheat and ... | |
| male dog wont mount female | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I have two pure bread AKC registered black labs we bought them knowing we were going to breed them ... A: With inexperience males sometimes you have to assist. Try holding the female you will need to have ... | |
| mothers milk and weight | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: her breasts have blown up and she is dripping abit of milk does the milk dry up on its own or is ... A: You can sprinkle some sage onto her food (about a 1/2 teaspoon) and that will help dry her up but ... | |
| resessive inherited diseases | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: My friend has a dog with the right eye looking to the far right and the left eye looking to the far ... A: I don't know that I would consider any of these "diseases". Rather just defects. The basic laws ... | |
| why my dog isn't producing any milk | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: i would like to know why my dog isn't producing any milk and i would like to know what i should do ... A: You need to rotate the pups. 9 is a large litter. You can break up feeding by leaving half the ... | |
| Puppy's Vaccination | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: I have 8 wonderful pit bull puppies and they are 2 weeks old and I want to know how old do the ... A: Vaccinations don't actually take into effect until around 8 weeks. So that's the perfect time. ... | |
| Breeding Husky | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: We are considering purchasing a 3 y/o female husky and possibly breeding her with our 4 y/o male ... A: You want to know the bloodlines of both parents on this female. Going back at least 3 generations. ... | |
| Litter of Puppies | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: My Miniature Dachshund gave birth to 3 pups (first time) 1 died. She also had to have a expensive ... A: This is one of the reason I don't stud out. Before even considering using a stud everything must be ... | |
| Date of Delivery | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I am a first time breeder and I am conflicted about something. My vet tells me that the gestation is ... A: Gestation is 63 days.... from ovulation not necessarily when the mating took place. Eggs take 7 ... | |
| watery stools | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: is this because she is eating alot of kibble , please advice me on what you think i should do i am ... A: If the pups are 5 weeks old they can be started on solids (raw organ meat, quality canned and ... | |
| is this normal | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: is it normal for my dog to loose weight after giving birth to puppies if so what do i give her to ... A: It's very common for a female to lose weight after whelping. All her nutrients are going to feeding ... | |
| my dog is still bleedin | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: hi ma dog just had a litter of puppies about four days ago and is still discharging this dark blood ... A: What is the breed and how many pups did she have? Some larger breeds with bigger litters can still ... | |
| breeding pits | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: is it okay to breed second litter daughter back to the dad? A: What are the lines? Are there any hereditary defects like mange showing up? Are there fighting ... | |
| Pregnant Lab | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: Crierie, I was just wondering if you might be able to help/clear some things up for me. I had read ... A: The dates you calculated are right. The mucus plug can start to seep out 24 hours to 10 prior to ... | |
| mating | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: i have a female brussels griffon and a boy here at this time ,she is ready to mate ,loads of ... A: When holding a female, it's best to let her straddle your knees (with you sitting on the floor, so ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old female lab and a 10 month old male lab. My female went into heat a couple ... A: Some females are dominant and don't care to be mounted especially by a younger member of the "pack". ... | |
| english springer spaniel breeding | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: she has had 2 phantom pregnancies we believe but the vet has said she should be alright to mate. ... A: The absolute best time to breed her ..... is when she's ovulating. She could be in a preheat when ... | |
| first litter of pups | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: me and my partner are going to breed our dogs , we have male at 2 1/2 years old and a female at 2 ... A: What breed have you chosen? Is your partner your life partner or your breeding one? Have you had the ... | |
| still able to breed? | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: We are at day 17 of our female labs cycle. We brought her together again with her stud today for an ... A: You may have to be an "active participant". Hold the female using a leash in place, bring the ... | |
| still able to breed? | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: We are at day 17 of our female labs cycle. We brought her together again with her stud today for an ... A: If you didn't do progesterone testing to see where she's at, I would keep trying. You could be off ... | |
| Female Heart murmur | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 month old female chihuahua with a heart murmur. She is pregnat by her brother. Can she ... A: Three things in this bother me a) she's 7 months old, b) she has a heart murmur and c)she was bred ... | |
| breeding my female | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old female boxer I wanted to know how soon I can breed her after her last litter of ... A: How big was her litter? Did she have a easy or hard time? Did she lose weight or have any hair ... | |
| Breeding my Rottie's | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: They are both in great health had all checks done with vet and now my female is in heat. It has been ... A: It's important to start introducing them together. Even if they live together. Bringing them to ... | |
| i am worried about my dogs pregnancy | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: please help. we believe my 7 year old peekapoo is pregnant. she and our male got together quite a ... A: 7 years old falls into the high risk category. Brownish discharge is a sign of distress. If she ... | |
| my female corgi | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: my name is jackie i have 2 orgies' a male and female. our female is around 7 months old, our male ... A: A male will start producing semen around 6 months of age. "Humping" prior to that is a dominance ... | |
| Is my rednose pit pregnant? | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I,mated my 20mo.rednose pitbull 11-14-09. At the beggining it seem as though she was a expecting ... A: Exercise in moderation is always advised. But rough housing, bumping and running at top speed could ... | |
| 9 yr old lab | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: We are wanting to breed our 9 year old lab. Is this possible? When does a lab come in heat? As they ... A: As a female ages so in turn does her reproductive organs. But I have to ask why do you want to ... | |
| colour pigment | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: if i were to breed a blue pied male amstaff with a fawn female amstaff will i be diluting the coulor ... A: That depends. What colors are 3 generations back on both sides on for both the dam and sire? ... | |
| HOW DO I KNOW THE BITCH OWNER IS TELLING THE TRUTH | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I recently took my dog to breed with a bitch, they mated a few times one day and he entered a few ... A: This is one of the many reasons we don't stud out. How far along was the female when she did a ... | |
| pugs | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I'm miriam Imy pug is in heat omg on12/22 first da on 12/30 they were tied then on 1/1 twice again ... A: When you breed them for a week straight, you are going to have a tougher time to determine when ... | |
| pregnant bitch | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: My Shetland Sheepdog bitch has been mated, and is supposedly on day 64 of her pregnancy, however, ... A: How far along did you do the ultrasound? Personally, I prefer x-rays after day 50, I think you get a ... | |
| French bulldog whelping | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: Basic rule is check temp and when it gets at or near 97 she is ready to whelp. If the temp is ... A: Personally, I'm not a fan of checking temperatures unless you know what your females temperature is ... | |
| Pregnant miniature beagle | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: Help! Our beagle is very, very pregnant. I am not quite sure of her due date because we had her in ... A: The pups would do well closer to day 60 but if scheduled it wouldn't be an emergency would it? ... | |
| male dog wont take to female | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: she stopped bleeding on day 6.I have a male staying as a stud of yesterday and the first half an ... A: You can assist with the breeding, however if the male is experienced he may realize that day 8 is ... | |
| dog pregnancy | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: My english bulldog is 7 weeks pregnant she turns her nose up at dog food. I have been mixing can ... A: I never recommend puppy food for a pregnant bitch, regardless of the breed but most especially for ... | |
| chiauhaua x mini daschund pregnant by shitzhu | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: 5 pounds in weight and he is 10 pounds in weight, his parents were both quite small as well what is ... A: I would take her into the vet for x-rays after day 50. The vet can get a indication of size of the ... | |
| breeding | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: We just tried to breed our 3year lab with an 18month old stud. She is day 10 of her cycle. The ... A: Day 10 is a good day to introduce them. The next week she will be prime so don't give up yet. The ... | |
| Pitbull breeding | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I have an 18 month old pure bred american pitbull terrier blue nose. She is absolutely gorgeous in ... A: Bottom line is he is the owner of the dog. This is the one of the reason we don't stud out. As a ... | |
| walking my pregnant staffordshire bull terrier | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: we mated our little girl on the 13th December 2009, and she is due her litter on the 13th February,, ... A: When it's too much she'll let you know but Staffy's are tough little dogs and exercise is the best ... | |
| Pregnant miniature beagle | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: Help! Our beagle is very, very pregnant. I am not quite sure of her due date because we had her in ... A: How large is the male and what are the sizes of his parents, grandparents and great grandparents? ... | |
| breeding poodles | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a male miniature poodle. He is on the small side of miniature poodles. He was sold to us as ... A: It's important when doing an out-cross to know what is behind each dogs, to at least 3 or 4 ... | |
| help needed about food | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: i have a lab who is about 4 weeks pregant i hav in the past had trouble keeping weight on her and im ... A: What kibble is she on now? How old is she? There are a number of good quality kibble out there. ... | |
| dog breeding | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: is it safe for pregnant women to be around dogs in whelp and young puppies? A: Ohhh the come backs and questions dancing in my head. There is no reason to believe that there ... | |
| yorkie not interested in female in heat | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I just received a yorkie I really don't know his age other than what i was told that he is about 6 ... A: But what day is she in her season? Regardless of the color, is she day 9, day 10 or day 13? You ... | |
| yorkie not interested in female in heat | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I just received a yorkie I really don't know his age other than what i was told that he is about 6 ... A: Do you know anything else about this male? How many litters did he sire? Has he ever been injured? ... | |
| my dog ginger | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: about 8:30 am my boxer and a stringing discharge from her vergina. she is about 58 day in her ... A: Panting is a sign of labor. If she started this 2 days ago she will be worn out by the time the ... | |
| Female Cairn Terrier - 2 years old - just whelped | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: Our female Cairn Terrier dog just whelped her first litter of 8 healthy puppies 5 and a half weeks ... A: Is it just "spotting" when she pee's or is it larger amounts? With a large litter it can take time ... | |
| Weaning puppies | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I have 7 boxer puppies who are turning 3 weeks this thursday, the thing is the mom is hesitant to ... A: They can start on a quality canned food. You may have to warm it up and add a small amount of goat ... | |
| Pregnancy/health | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: My year and a half pitbull just gave birth to 5 puppies a few days ago, one died at birth. Its her ... A: First off, take her off the milk. Dogs can't digest cow's milk and it will give her diarrhea. Which ... | |
| Basset Hound | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I was just wondering how you can tell if a basset hound is pregnant or not. A: When she has pups. I know, I know that isn't what you were asking but a false pregnancy has all ... | |
| Great Dane and mastitis | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a two and a half year old Great Dane who is expecting her first litter on the 28th of ... A: The easiest thing to do is stand her in a tub of warm water. The warm water will bring her milk ... | |
| Pregnant dog | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: My 2 yr old Pug has mated with my 11 yr old male Pug. She is now pregnant. By calendar she is 4 ... A: You can't treat a pregnant female for fleas or worms period. Anything she ingests will adversely ... | |
| Puppies are 2 weeks and Mom is sick | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: My 8 1/2 lab had puppies on December 2nd. Everything went really well and she stopped her spotting ... A: You want to stop the diarrhea as she will become dehydrated. The easiest and safest way to do that ... | |
| question | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: How can I judge whether a male dog reach sexual maturity? A: A male can start producing semen at 6 months of age. It doesn't mean that it should be bred. ... | |
| Puppies | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: My boxer gave birth on 11/29 to 7 puppies, on 12/9 she slipped on the ice and caused an absess on ... A: Are they drinking on the infected teat? She's in pain and that would cause the growling and ... | |
| Half dog, half wolf | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Ms Crierie. A common thing in fiction is to have anti-social but wildlife-loving characters have a ... A: There are some excellent books on the subject and the "trainability" of wolves and wolf hybrids. ... | |
| Bleeding after puppies | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: My pit bull had 8 puppies 4 weeks ago. We are still noticing vaginal bleeding. It's bright red. ... A: With larger litters, sometimes it takes longer for the dam's body to get back into shape. Spotting ... | |
| bleeding after birth | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: i am wanting to know if the bleeding is normal and how long it should last for . please let me know ... A: With a large litter, like 8 she could bleed upto a 3 or 4 weeks as her uterus shrinks back to size. ... | |
| toocool_99217@yahoo.com | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a Siberian Huskey, and I mated her on Nov 17, and 19, 2009, her nipples are turning pink and ... A: Try not to give her too many treats, they have no nutritional value. You are better to entice her ... | |
| unplanned breeding | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 Russells, brother and sister, 4 yrs old. I also have a son of the female from a previous ... A: The thing with interbreeding is this, ANY genetic defects or flaws will come out 10 fold in the ... | |
| breading | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: ok so i just want to know, how do u start off breading a dog. i mean like do u put a girl dog and a ... A: If you are just a "backyard" breeder or "puppy miller", then yes throw two dogs together and hope ... | |
| False or Strange Heat Cycles | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have three female Pembroke Corgis that have been coming into heat at the same time for the past ... A: Taste of the Wild, Dick Van Patten, Solid Gold are all quality food. Depending on your demographics ... | |
| False or Strange Heat Cycles | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have three female Pembroke Corgis that have been coming into heat at the same time for the past ... A: First throw the Beniful out. That food didn't even make it to the rating system of a independent ... | |
| Great Dane Whelping | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: My female great dane went into labor last night around 7:30 and around 10:30 her temp. was 98 ... A: It's not about expensive food it's about QUALITY food. It's important to know the difference and to ... | |
| Great Dane Whelping | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: My female great dane went into labor last night around 7:30 and around 10:30 her temp. was 98 ... A: With first breeding, there is always a chance of complications. Some first time mothers (and even ... | |
| Whelping/discharge | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: Today I have another concern. Last night around 8p she started having rapid very rapid breathing and ... A: Yellow/honey is good. Green/black is bad. Being prepared is good. Panicking is bad. LOL It's ... | |
| Whelping/discharge | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: Today I have another concern. Last night around 8p she started having rapid very rapid breathing and ... A: The more information I have the better it is for me to help. It sounds like she may be ready to ... | |
| pomeranian breeding | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: i started breeding pomeranians. i love the breed & i have owned poms for most of my life, however ... A: Any quality female used for breeding should be on the top kibble, supplemented with raw, vitamins, ... | |
| Pregnant dog temp | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a pregnant jack russell/beagle mix. Today she should be 55 days preg, due to the online ... A: Gestation is 63 days. 55 days is too early. The problem I have with taking temperatures is this, ... | |
| dog pregnancy | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: my dog bella was recently in her first heat. we have no male dogs but my next door neighbor does. ... A: First you need to know when she was in heat, and the days she may have mated. A guestimate of "a ... | |
| Dog breeding | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: So happy to finally find a good website, and it's free too! I have a Chihuahua that is about 14 ... A: What is the size of your Chi, is she standard? What is the size of the Min Pin? Do you know the ... | |
| whelping | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a Chihuahua/jack Russell mix that we bred on October 8th with another full breed Chihuahua. ... A: You want to ensure that the color of her discharge doesn't become darker. Do you have old towels or ... | |
| whelping | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a Chihuahua/jack Russell mix that we bred on October 8th with another full breed Chihuahua. ... A: She could have a singleton or she could be carrying higher in her chest. Did you breed her only ... | |
| I think my Miniature Dachshund is pregnant by a bigger dog | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I think my miniature dachshund is pregnant? Do I need to abort them and will she ever be able to ... A: What breed was she bred with? Too big and she will undoubtedly have complications. If the breeding ... | |
| Male does not knot | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: We have tried to breed my 2 1/2 year old female. The male is experienced and is mounting her ... A: What you can do is sit on the floor and hold the female across your legs. Use your knees to raise ... | |
| whelping | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2.5 year old pug who started showing a clear discharge on sunday 22ndnovember. is sleeping ... A: I know I sound like a broken recorded, BUT, just because a female was bred on a certain day doesn't ... | |
| breeding yorkshire terriers | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: heya i have a 11 week old puppy and i wanna breed her but at which age can i do that A: 11 weeks old is too young to determine if your pup is even breeding quality. You want to wait a ... | |
| unexpected pregnancy | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1yr old pug she tied with my male pug on 9/24 and again on 9/29 twice dat day I see her ... A: If a female is in heat and has tied to a male, twice then pregnancy shouldn't be "unexpected". ... | |
| early whelping signs | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: this is her first litter she has been to the vets and had an ultrasound to confirm pregnancy. she is ... A: She was only bred the one day? If she's not eating and she panting, chances are she's in labor. ... | |
| dog | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: my bitch is 45 days into her pregnancy and we have been noticing a thick gooey discharge is this ... A: A clear mucus discharge is normal. It is commonly known as the mucus plug. It can start up to 2 ... | |
| pet containment systems and the unborn puppies | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know if you know if a pet containment system will hurt the unborn puppies a dog is ... A: I've never used one so I can't tell you for certain. I would check with the company and your vet. ... | |
| maybe pregnant boxer dog | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I bred my female boxer to my male boxer the first day of October And I think it might be possible ... A: I don't recommend either IAMS or puppy food for a expecting female. One because there are way ... | |
| maybe pregnant boxer dog | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I bred my female boxer to my male boxer the first day of October And I think it might be possible ... A: Did you breed her only the one day? What day of her heat was she in? Did you do progesterone ... | |
| pregnant 6 month old boxer | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I JUST ADOPTED A 6 MONTH OLD BOXER AND SHE IS IN HEAT BUT MY MOM THINKS SHE'S PREGNANT CAUSE HER ... A: Whelping is the term used when the female is in labor, birthing the pups. If she is 6 months old ... | |
| slow to respond puppy. | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a mini breed for breeding purposes. I have viewed the pup and been informed ... A: Lacking social skills is always a concern for singletons. But she should still want to be around ... | |
| Pregnant APBT overdue | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5-year old APBT that I bred on Sept.15th. Her due date was 11/17. She has milk, weight gain ... A: Biggest concern when counting is "over due" or "premature". You have to remember that gestation is ... | |
| slow to respond puppy. | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a mini breed for breeding purposes. I have viewed the pup and been informed ... A: When purchasing a pup for breeding stock you want to consider all factors. The number of pups in a ... | |
| Lab Breeding | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old black lab (Ann) who had an intentional litter almost 2 years ago. We kept a ... A: You have two options, take the dam to the vet for a easy injection that will cause her to abort the ... | |
| Not sure if my dog might be pregnant? | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently picked up a dog from a couple on craigslist. I named her Lyila,they claim that she is a ... A: Absolutely safe to do x-rays, but after day 50 as the bones don't calcify and they won't be visible ... | |
| Not sure if my dog might be pregnant? | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently picked up a dog from a couple on craigslist. I named her Lyila,they claim that she is a ... A: The thing is a false pregnancy can have all the same signs as a real one, without the end results. ... | |
| my stafford bitch being bred | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: my bitch as been bleading for about 14 days roughly and the male as been stuck to her 4 times now ... A: A season starts by swelling, the dark red blood and then the blood tapers off to a pinkish color. ... | |
| my staffs labour | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: my staff was due to have her puppies on friday just gone she had a show on friday and keeps licking ... A: Do you have a whelping box for her? She needs towels or newspaper so she can nest. She will ... | |
| No puppies on 65th day yet! | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I bred both of my Chihuahuas in September and their first breeding was on 18th of September. Now ... A: What you have to remember is that gestation is 63 days from when the eggs are fertilized not ... | |
| Over Due Boxer? | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: We have a pair of 2 year old boxers. It was around mid September that our neighbor informed us that ... A: Gestation is 63 days from ovulation, not necessarily for the date of mating. What she needs is a ... | |
| dog whelping asap | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: my akita bitch had 1 pup at 2.40 last nite 2 hrs later it had 1 and its dead now 5 hrs later its ... A: How old is your Akita? Was she or the male tested at all prior to breeding? Typically 2 hours ... | |
| breeding | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: Have you ever seen or herd of a successful breeding where a lock never happened even though they ... A: Yes it can happen, however, because the male dog "drips" as opposed to "shoots" out of the gate, ... | |
| lactating bitch | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: my dog is 7 years old and i have never delt with having a pregnant dog and the other week i noticed ... A: If she was in heat when left "unattended", then there is a chance that she could have been bred. ... | |
| if my pit is pregant | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: i got my dog all most 3 weeks ago she is all most a year old the person that gave her to use didnt ... A: You want to make a whelping box or have an area where she can quietly and safely whelp her litter. ... | |
| Newborn Pups | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: We have a female Boxer who just had her first litter. This is ours as well. I would ask my mentor ... A: Although they are deaf and blind, there sense of smell and touch is excellent. Hence the reason for ... | |
| Newborn Pups | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: We have a female Boxer who just had her first litter. This is ours as well. I would ask my mentor ... A: Pups only have the immunities passed on from the mother. So you want to ensure that she's up to date ... | |
| breeding | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Is there something i can give my female to make her have more eggs, her last two litters she only ... A: Three years old, are you breeding her back, to back to back? A.I., done correctly has a 100% ... | |
| breeding | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Is there something i can give my female to make her have more eggs, her last two litters she only ... A: Nope, a female has what she has. How many did her dam have? How old is she? Those two things can ... | |
| Maximus | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a year old Olde english bulldog 80 pounds very friendly and hansom and i think he's ready to ... A: We don't use outside studs but have our own. On a side note, before you consider studding our ... | |
| Breeding | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: have a few questions... -Generally, what determines the size of a litter? -Is there a rule of thumb ... A: The litter is determined by the female. A female is born with all the eggs she is ever going to ... | |
| Mating | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: We are trying to mate a friends terrier with mine. She's on day 13 of her cycle and my dog is very ... A: Sitting on the floor, place the female across your lap in a straddled position. With legs on either ... | |
| dog breeding | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: i have two mini doxie's! My female's in heat, and my male has hit her a couple of times already and ... A: What days of her heat did he "hit" her on? How old is the male? Is he experienced? Do you keep ... | |
| staffy bitch 8 month | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: hi i have an 8 month old staffy bitch and a 1yr old staffy cross english bull my bitch has come ... A: Females should be mentally and physically mature before considering breeding. Hereditary and health ... | |
| Questions about color breeding in Chihuahuas | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: First of all, I do not expect you to give me a best answer but after reading some of your past ... A: You didn't expect it because ???? I try and answer based on my experience and understanding. The ... | |
| Questions about color breeding in Chihuahuas | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: First of all, I do not expect you to give me a best answer but after reading some of your past ... A: Genetics is about "upping your odds" as to producing suitable animals close to the standard and in ... | |
| breeding my dalmation bitch | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: this is my bitches 3rd day into her season, what day is best to mate her, we have a male dalmation ... A: Gestation is 63 days from conception....not necessarily from breeding day. Days 9 though 17 are ... | |
| Mating Difficulties | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have mini Aussie, own both the male (20 months) and the female (24 months) and her 3rd heat cycle. ... A: The whining should stop when her season ends. The entire time is about a month from start to finish ... | |
| Mating Difficulties | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have mini Aussie, own both the male (20 months) and the female (24 months) and her 3rd heat cycle. ... A: You can hold the female secure across your lap (you must be sitting on the ground for this). Having ... | |
| preganacy | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an Chiweenie that is 8 months old, and I would like to how can I tell if she is pregnant. A: Did you to a breeding? Was she mated with a male? Regardless, I hope you didn't try and breed her ... | |
| Excessive PV Bleed after Whelping | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: Our Boxer bitch has just had her 2nd litter of 11 pups with no problems except she has been bleeding ... A: Heart murmurs are typically a congenital defect. I have never heard of one being caused because of ... | |
| Could my Italian Greyhound be pregnant? | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: What are the signs of an Italian Greyhound being pregnant? I have a 2 3/4 year old female Italian ... A: A Doxie or Rat Terrier Greyhound mix would be a sin and/or very difficult. Unless of course, it was ... | |
| shih-tzu pregnancy | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: My shih-tzu was bred with a chihuahua and I marked it on the calender when they mated and had the ... A: Gestation is 63 days from ovulation not necessarily from the date of breeding. Did you have the ... | |
| Whelping and fireworks | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: however, Jess my Westie bitch gave birth last night to a breach puppy which got stuck and we had to ... A: Breach in dogs is common, however a singleton will become stuck as the female can't push the pup ... | |
| cavalier king charles | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a King Charles, who is due to have her first litter of pups in about 19 days,what size of a ... A: A female is born with all the eggs she is going to produce. So it depends on how many eggs her body ... | |
| breeding | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: is it possible that my 4 pound yorkie got pregnant by a 150 rottweiler and also do yorkie puppies ... A: Only if you a) believe in miracles and b) did the breeding by A.I. Then yes I guess they could. Of ... | |
| whelping and distress from fireworks | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: My bitch is in the final week of her first pregnancy and is very distressed with the noise from ... A: What kind of medication was your female prescribed? Any medication is suspect this late in the ... | |
| 6 month old puppy found mating | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old Black Lab mix female puppy and about a week ago, she was in heat. I also have a ... A: If it was just recently (like in the last few days), I would take her into the vet to have her ... | |
| Momma Dog | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: female has 7 puppies and she has had advantage on her but she still has fleas off and on now she has ... A: The fleas and tapeworm have to be taken care of immediately. Or they can be fatal to both the dam ... | |
| dog cycle | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have two questions.... 1) What is the hormone that stimulates female mammary glands to produce ... A: .. Are you writing a exam? Do you want the short or extended version? The short version is: 1. ... | |
| breeding | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: My dam has finished whelping last april 1, and be bred her 2 months before this date, why didn't she ... A: Timing is everything. Your female has to be ovulating. What days are you breeding her in her season? ... | |
| pregnancy | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: We have a shit-zu that is in labor and has been since 6:00 PM. She had the 1st puppy at 6:00 PM and ... A: If you didn't do x-ray's prior to whelp, you'll just have to guess how many to expect. 2 hours is ... | |
| Weight Gain during Shih Tzu pregnancy | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a Pregnant shih tzu and she is about 5 weeks along I believe.. I bred my shih tzu with ... A: It would depend on the number of pups she's carrying. All the signs are typical of a false ... | |
| Two min pins breeding!! | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: My female is 16 months old,and the male is 12 months.They have had four twenty minute ties.They were ... A: Timing is everything. If your female is ovulating when you mated, chances are good they she caught. ... | |
| cant penetrate? | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: my female dog is in season, and she is starting to let my male hump her, I'm pretty sure she is ... A: Day 9 is the perfect day to start bringing them together. You want to separate them at all times ... | |
| whelping in dogs | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: My female Belgian leaked clear stringy egg white fluid from her vulva at 3:30pm and her temp. was ... A: Do you know your female "normal" body temperature when's she not expecting? Everything from laying ... | |
| lhasa mothers after whelping | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: my puppies are 2 days old now when born they weighed 6 oz now they weigh 5oz and up ...i noticed ... A: It sounds like your female has mastitis, or the beginning of it. Placing her in a bath of warm ... | |
| false pregnancy? | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: i have to ask once more about my Yorkie because Im still not sure and i want to be ready if ... A: The discharge is her mucus plug. A sign of pregnancy. It is discharged up to 10 days prior to ... | |
| pug pragnancy | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I hav a pug on 9/24 they locked n again on 9/29 twice not sure if she preg she did hav her period da ... A: Anything's possible if you had a tie and she was in season. Although timing has a lot to do with ... | |
| breeding | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1 1/2 year old rottie that we want to breed. I also have a 6 month old male rottie that we ... A: For a Rottie especially, you should wait at least until the male is 15 months before even ... | |
| Breeding my Miniature Schnauzer | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a female Miniature Schnauzer. She's 3 years old and we're ready to breed her. I already ... A: Before anybody goes anywhere you want to do brucellois testing. A STD will sterilize your female ... | |
| breeding a dog with a deformity | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I want to ask a question. We took in a doberman girl with a defomed front leg. From her elbow it ... A: Any animal with a deformity should not be bred period. She has a birth defected and typically with ... | |
| pomeranian breeding | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: We own a now 8 month old male pompom and recently bought a female. She is approximately 9 weeks old ... A: If the male has been bred once, he'll want to breed regardless of if he's been nuetered or not. If ... | |
| pomeranian breeding | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: We own a now 8 month old male pompom and recently bought a female. She is approximately 9 weeks old ... A: If your male was attacked, you understand that his personality is going to be transformed. Most ... | |
| pomeranian breeding | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: We own a now 8 month old male pompom and recently bought a female. She is approximately 9 weeks old ... A: Can I ask why you want to breed the pair? Breeding will change their personality bringing dominance ... | |
| pregnant Jack | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: please help, my 4 yr old jack russell Bitch was mated by my nieghbours Staffordshire terrier this ... A: If is twas just the one time this morning, take her to the vet for a shot of oxytocin. It will ... | |
| color breeding | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: If I breed a Blue or silver dam and sire to each other and the dam's mother is white, will I get any ... A: Anything is possible. What is the breed you are using? What's in the make-up? There are certain ... | |
| small belly | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: my 7 lbs Yorkie is 50 days after mating with 3-4 lbs Yorkie. She has all signs of pregnancy, but her ... A: There can be a number of reasons for a small belly. You are right about where she's carrying, size ... | |
| number of puppies in a litter | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have heard that the more times a male and female mate during the heat season, the more puppies ... A: That's a myth. The female is solely responsible for the number of pups in the liter and the male the ... | |
| color breeding | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: If I breed a Blue or silver dam and sire to each other and the dam's mother is white, will I get any ... A: You need to know the colors of ALL the dams and sires on both sides for up to three generation. ... | |
| question ? | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: tomorrow is 4 wks that my female brittany spaniel mated. they were connected. i was always told if ... A: What guarantee's a pregnancy is ovulation. Timing is everything. Certainly one breeding could ... | |
| Pregnant retriever?? | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: My 9mnth old golden retriever female went into heat while we were on vacation. My male golden ... A: The problem with breeding young is that the female hasn't fully developed mentally and physically ... | |
| breeding mini schnauzer | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old miniature Schnauzer. We want to breed her. We have been told that the best time ... A: Truthfully, the best time to breed her is when she's ovulating. That will guarantee you results. A ... | |
| my nina | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: ) She has gone past 2 due dates and she is big... Another problem is that she is lettn my male ... A: Your male should mount a female unless she's in heat and your female shouldn't let him mount her. ... | |
| dog pregnancy | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: my Yorkie should be 47 days pregnant, she has all signs except big belly. It's bigger than before ... A: If she carrying a singleton she may not grow until a week or two prior to whelp. I would recommend ... | |
| not enough milk | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: My miniture schnauzer that is 1 3/4 years old had a litter of 7 puppies. I am concerned that she ... A: Put your female on a high QUALITY puppy food, Orijen or Solid Gold Barking At The Moon comes to ... | |
| maltese | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: My female Maltese got pregnant on her first heat. My male is 4. This happened the third week in ... A: So your female is young then? Extra care and attention should be given as young dogs can reject ... | |
| Whelping | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: The temp thing must have not have been very accurate as I am still waiting. 2 days ago I could feel ... A: Personally we don't take temperatures. It can fluctuate by ingesting water, laying in the sun or ... | |
| whenis the r ight time | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: if my dog got her period last thursday what day can she get pregnant ANSWER: Hi Linda Each female ... A: For starters 4 hours is too long to put a breeding pair together. The male could have a heart ... | |
| after labour | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: my medium size dog has given birth to 11 puppies 1 of which passed away before birth the vet only ... A: Did the vet give her a shot of oxytocin? I would recommend that they do. With a litter that size, ... | |
| first time owner of cane corso | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a female corso i want to mate, but i dont know how to get out there to find a male cane ... A: I love the Cane Corso, and lucky for you, very dear friends of our are breeders, fanciers and one ... | |
| breeding | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: My female dog mated with a male recently. They were "stuck" or tied together and we did not pull ... A: How old is your female? Is this her first heat? A female is fertile when the bleeding stops. A ... | |
| whelping | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: My chihuahua is due according to the knotting date and the vets ultrasound about the 17/10 however I ... A: I'm not a fan of taking the temperature as there are so many variables attached to it. You should ... | |
| Chihuahua Breeding | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old female chihuahua that has been in heat for a week now. I also have an 8 month ... A: A male can produce semen at 6 months of age. Just because he can...doesn't mean he should. Chi ... | |
| my female just had puppies> | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: She had them exactly 2 days ago,right now she is at my brothers home with my sister in law whos ... A: That's a big litter for a small mixed breed. Have your sister rotate the pups (4 on, 4 off). Let ... | |
| large litter | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: my dog just had a litter of 12 and im afraid that she may not be feeding all of them is it ok to ... A: Instead of bottle feeding, what you should try is rotating the pups. Do 6 on 6 off. Use a small ... | |
| it's day 62 and no labor signs | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Vizsla on day 62 and she seems miserable but no signs of labor. I've taken her to our vet ... A: Gestation is 63 days from conception not necessarily for the day of breeding. So you can be off by ... | |
| Maltese accidently got bred | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: We did not want to breed are female Maltese to our male Maltese as she has had 3 litters in a row. ... A: If only one breeding occurred, take her to the vet for a shot of oxytocin immediately. It acts like ... | |
| whelping | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: My 2 yr old yellow lab just had her first litter. Everything went well; 9 pups were born and are ... A: 9 is a good size litter and occasionally with larger litters the blood spotting can last 3- 4 weeks ... | |
| signs if my lhasa apso is pregnant | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: i have a two year old lhasa who four weeks ago we bred with another lhasa.therehavebeen some changes ... A: It's common for some female's taste to change as their body changes. What was once their favorite ... | |
| breeding | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: i have got a jack Russell in pup and just wanted to no how many pups jack russels could have.i have ... A: A female is born with all the eggs she is ever going to produce. Her body will release the eggs and ... | |
| my staffordshire & her pups | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: Im not sure if you remmeber me & my questions! most proberly not, as u have many, many questions ... A: Milk will give your female diarrhea and she will become dehydrated. Ice cubes are better. The pups ... | |
| What small breeds are good breeders? | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking of getting my 1yr old a small dog. As I have always had big dogs, i wanted to know ... A: I'm probably the wrong one to ask if you're looking to make money. I believe that a pet should be a ... | |
| whelping | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: my female corgi had 9 for her first litter and her next litter she's going to have 6 she had ... A: Did you breed her with the same male? How long between litters? If you used the same male, ... | |
| my jack russell bitch is overdue in her pregnancy | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: My jacrussel bitch is on her 3rd day overdue with her first litter of pups she is tiny only 78 ... A: All dogs are the same in the sense of timing. If the timing is off, there will be no pups. Did ... | |
| my jack russell bitch is overdue in her pregnancy | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: My jacrussel bitch is on her 3rd day overdue with her first litter of pups she is tiny only 78 ... A: Was she bred only the once? Are you comfortable giving her an internal? Insert your CLEAN middle ... | |
| my jack russell bitch is overdue in her pregnancy | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: My jacrussel bitch is on her 3rd day overdue with her first litter of pups she is tiny only 78 ... A: What some breeders forget is that it's 63 days from the egg getting fertilized not necessarily from ... | |
| pitbull inbreeding | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: around this time last year my rednose red nose got pregnant and gave birth to a litter of 16 and out ... A: The male can produce viable semen as young as 6 months old. The Pitbull is the most interbred breed ... | |
| alternative to spaying | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: Could you please tell me if there's an alternative to spay my female boxer.She's 10 months old and ... A: When you start "messing with Mother Nature" you have a greater risk of not being able to produce in ... | |
| Pregnant ??? | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: My Shitzu female was bred on July 31. It wasn't an intentional breeding although she was bred with ... A: Gestation is from when the eggs were fertilized not necessarily from when the breeding took place. ... | |
| 2 Dog Breeding Questions | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Dachshund female that is 10 days into her second heat. I have been planning on breeding ... A: How old is the male? What vaccinations are missing? It's important that a female be mentally and ... | |
| Split heat ?? | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: My concern is my 3 year old Yorki/Chi. Had a litter (only one pup) in April, displayed normal heat ... A: You are right on tract with all your assumptions. Housed with other females her cycle could have ... | |
| pregnant pitbull | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I have two dogs. One is a male and hes half leonberger half rotti and the other is a female pitbull. ... A: It depends on the type of neuter you male received. Castration which is the removal of both ... | |
| PAPILLION JUST GOT HUNG UP | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE AN 11 MONTH OLD FEMALE PAP AND A 12 MONTH OLD MALE PAP. SHE HAS JUST HAD HER FIRST HEAT.IT ... A: There is always potential for complication when breeding a young female. She's not mentally or ... | |
| dog mating | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: after taking my dog to be mated today, they mated but did not tie, is it still possible for her to ... A: A tie is Mother Nature's way of ensuring off-spring. There is a very, very slim chance she my have ... | |
| question | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I was givin a female pug was tols she was 1.5 had her first menstrual but her lower nipples are kind ... A: Just to be clear, you were given a female and you bred her. If she's bleeding, she could be in ... | |
| Breeding Problems with my Lab | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3yrs old female black lab, she has had a litter of puppy's and is in heat again. She has ... A: Breeding back to back can be hard on a female. And if she was feeding until the pups left, her body ... | |
| Breeding Problems with my Lab | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3yrs old female black lab, she has had a litter of puppy's and is in heat again. She has ... A: How long between heat cycles has it been? When did she have her pups? Has she had a heat cycle ... | |
| i have a yorkie that preggie | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: i have a yorkie and she is pregant she went into heat on the 10th of july but didnt go out till the ... A: A few days off either way can be attributed to when her eggs where fertilized again NOT when the ... | |
| newborn chihuahua puppies | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is safe for me to leave my female chihuahua home alone with her newborn ... A: Is she a new mother? How old are the pups? Did she have any complications? Is she safely ... | |
| Stud service for my AKC Registered Siberian Husky | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a two year old Siberian Husky who is AKC registered with four AKC registered bloodlines to ... A: A contract should be in writing and iron clad. You need to be very clear who is repsonsible for ... | |
| Dogs mating | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: My two year old English shepherd was in heat for the past 3 weeks. My male was constantly trying to ... A: Some dominant female will not allow males to mount them regardless if they are in heat or not. It's ... | |
| Dogs mating | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: My two year old English shepherd was in heat for the past 3 weeks. My male was constantly trying to ... A: I can't say for certain if they mated. Anything's possible. The problem with having 2 mating ... | |
| Breeding basset hounds | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: i was just wondering if you could confirm or otherwise somethings i have read on the net re Breeding ... A: Dogs will surprise you with what they can and can not accomplish and if a female is prime for ... | |
| breeding | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if I was to breed a dog,Can the female get pregant at any day of her heat cycle if ... A: A female can only get pregnant when she ovulates. The number one reason for not catching is timing. ... | |
| breeding | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: my name is theo, and i am 17 years old, and when i get out of college, i would like to get a blue ... A: When considering becoming a breeder, for extra finances should be on the bottom of the list. ... | |
| Swollen Nipples | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: My JR gave birth a few days ago and her back two nipples are hard and lumpy.I was wondering if this ... A: That sounds like the beginning of mastitis a serious and some time fatal result of pregnancy. You ... | |
| dog in heat | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: i have two boxer dogs a male and female that are always in each others company,the female is two and ... A: The best thing to peak the males interest is to keep them separated entirely for the next 10 days. ... | |
| Mini Schnauzer & breeding | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: Our 2yr old Mini Schnauzer (Reagan) had her 1st liter of puppies approx 6wks ago. We have enjoyed ... A: It depends on your female. How quickly she bounced back, the size of her litter, her mental and ... | |
| Labour | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a Siberian husky that went into labor last night. She has had two puppies so far. We had a ... A: The cats are the reason she may be trying to move the pups. Put her back in the garage, it's the ... | |
| Labour | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a Siberian husky that went into labor last night. She has had two puppies so far. We had a ... A: Yes put them back in the garage and if possible pen the female in. As you are "pack leader", your ... | |
| How many puppies | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a American stafforshire who is pregnant and I think will be due in about two weeks if not ... A: That's a good myth but a false one. Here are the facts: A female is born with ALL the eggs she ... | |
| female wont stand for male dog | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a male and female bullmastiff and our female is in season. We tried to mate her with our ... A: You could still be early for her. Regardless, sit on a chair and have the female straddle your ... | |
| Breeding | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 mo toy fox terrier (Female) My question is how will she do during delivery since getting ... A: 9 months is still very young for a female to breed. It's anyone guess how she will do, but with her ... | |
| Mating | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: Can poodles mate with family members like father to daughter? A: What you are considering is called in-breeding. It can be done but must be done selectively and ... | |
| Breeding | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to breed my dogs but the male isn't showing any interest at all in her. She seems ready ... A: By that calculation she is at day 9 of her heat. Which is typically still a bit early. Days 12 - 15 ... | |
| Pregnancy | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: My Morkie Shayla (Female) will be turning one on October 4th. But this week we have found out she is ... A: My apologizes, but my main concern is with the animal's mental and physical well-being and not ... | |
| Breeding | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to breed my dogs but the male isn't showing any interest at all in her. She seems ready ... A: Do you keep them together 24/7? What day in her heat is she? Some inexperienced males just don't ... | |
| Pregnancy | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: My Morkie Shayla (Female) will be turning one on October 4th. But this week we have found out she is ... A: How on earth did a natural tie occur between the two of them? The male would have ripped the female ... | |
| My Chihuahua is pregant | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: My Chihuahua is 54 days pregant and her temperature is 99.2 when will she go in to labor and what do ... A: Gestation is 63 days from the time her eggs where fertilized, not necessarily for when she was ... | |
| breeding my bitch | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: she is a beautiful tempered yellow lab that is very friendly with all dogs,but when she realised the ... A: Was she growling and barking because he wouldn't perform? If the male you used was shy, ... | |
| Size of Male to Female. | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old female Shih Tzu weighing in at around 5 kg and i am told that she is quite small ... A: The thing is, in most species, the male is always going to be larger than the female. It's ... | |
| Reabsorbing pregnancy | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I spoke to you a couple of weeks ago about my pregnant shih-tzu. I took honey to the vets because ... A: I can't speak for your vet, but it does happen. I wouldn't classified as a common occurrence but it ... | |
| i have a yorkie that preggie | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: i have a yorkie and she is pregant she went into heat on ... A: Did you breed her the entire time? Gestation is 63 days from when her eggs where fertilized. If ... | |
| my dog | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: my peekapoo is bleeding from her private part for more that 5 days now. and a friend says that she ... A: When a female is swollen and starts to bleed it means she's in heat. She is going to be ready to be ... | |
| Pregancy problems? | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I was given a Pug puppy from a breeder two weeks ago. Her DOB is 10-5-08. She was dirty, had fleas, ... A: If she's leaking a black/green fluid, that is a sign of toxicity. If she had pups, they may have ... | |
| new mom | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: My Shih Tzu dog had puppies 1 week ago.The problem is she keeps running out of the crate I keep her ... A: Try using the bottom of a larger crate. You can leave the top off and put a gate in front of the ... | |
| Deworming during the first week of heat | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a doberman bitch and I missed her deworming last week. i just realised she is in heat today ... A: You can de-worm her prior to breeding. The longer it has to get into the system the better. I ... | |
| Heat and Breeding | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1yr old Pomchi (male) and just got a 1 1/2 yr old 1/2 Daschund and something (female). The ... A: First my concern is with people that "rescue" these poor females and then allow them to be bred. A ... | |
| time | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a beagle in labor.....she has had two puppies but has not delivered any in the last hour and ... A: Two hours seems to be the norm between pups. However, if she's been straining, pushing and howling, ... | |
| 3 week old pup killed! | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I had a litter of 2 Yorkie pups three weeks ago and another litter of 5 pups four days ago. The dam ... A: Yes, a female can and will kill a litter of pups that don't belong to it. If you have more than ... | |
| Cavalier 7 weeks pregnant | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: My daughter bought a Cavalier as a family pet 2 years ago, she was one of eight pups. The breeder ... A: My method of choice to "see" pups is x-rays. They show skeletal structure and can determine number ... | |
| inbreeding dogs | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: i am researching very controversial issue and i was wondering if you could give me a two sided ... A: I can't give you two sides, I can only give you my opinion. I don't believe it should be illegal. ... | |
| hi | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: heelo i wanna take an information that wht are the symptoms of dog pregnancy in her first week and ... A: Have you taken her to the vet to check to ensure she doesn't have pyrometra? Bleeding usually ... | |
| My pregnant staffordshire | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: i have asked you a few questions a couple of days ago concerning my staffordshire bull terrior, she ... A: Well I don't know about brilliant, but thank you for the kind words. Typically a female will stop ... | |
| Breeding | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a mini dachshund that we are thinking about breeding. First we wanted to learn as much as we ... A: Good for you for learning the facts before starting on the journey of becoming a breeder. Well ... | |
| boxer whelping | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: .. my boxer went into heat on july 13 and she is pregnant but i am not sure which day they tied ... A: It can do. But you want to make sure her teats says supple and don't become impacted. If they feel ... | |
| my stafforshire bullterrior pregnancy | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: My staffordshire bullterrior is around a year & 4months old & she is pregnant. I think she may be ... A: Don't be sorry, how will you know the answers if you don't ask the questions? :-) The mucus plug ... | |
| dog mating and pregnancie | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: so i breed them again on her next heat she was breed 6 weeks ago her teats are bigger and becoming ... A: The problem with breeding a female back to back is that she doesn't have a chance to bounce back. ... | |
| Pregnacy | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a young female Yorkie she will be one Nov. 16th I also have a male who is a few months older. ... A: No Problem Jennifer. X-rays won't show up clearly if the bones haven't solidified, and as I ... | |
| Pregnacy | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a young female Yorkie she will be one Nov. 16th I also have a male who is a few months older. ... A: Gestation is 63 days. 63 days from when her eggs were fertilized not necessarily WHEN she mated. At ... | |
| dogs on heat | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a staff X bulldog,Missie is her name she is about 10 months old. She has been on heat once ... A: A female will go into heat between 6 - 9 months and then every following 6 - 9 months. You can ... | |
| boxer whelping | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: .. my boxer went into heat on july 13 and she is pregnant but i am not sure which day they tied ... A: If she went into heat approximately July 13 add 15 days for her eggs to mature (July 28th). Assume ... | |
| Is my dog pregnant or not??? | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering how to tell if my rottwieler is pregnant? It has thought to been her 64th day today ... A: Keep in mind if you are doing the counting method, gestation is from when the dog's eggs get ... | |
| dogs heat cycle | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: My 18 mos old german shepard went into heat about a week ago and yesterday I started noticing an ... A: Unpleasant odor could mean pyometra. It can develop into a serious uterine infection that has the ... | |
| 8 Month Old Dog Possibly Pregnant | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: My dog (a Chihuahua Pug cross)is supposed to be around 8 months old, I don't know her exact age, but ... A: I'm off the opinion that 8 months is too young. A dam's body has finished developing, growing and ... | |
| sensitive nipples | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: our son's Pekingese bitch recently had her first heat. Unfortunately they are not sure that the ... A: A false pregnancy will also enlarge the nipples. So the only way to tell if puppies are due is to ... | |
| dark gree fluid | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: my dog is in labor and has dark green fluid coming out, is this serious, does she need to go to the ... A: In my experience, dark green discharge combined with a stoppage of labor spells trouble. What it ... | |
| question about a 2 yr old female bichon welping first litter | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: 2 yr old bichon first litter keeps yelping when ever we take her out to evacuate her bladder or ... A: I would be taking the female and the pups to the vet for inspection immediately. Did the female ... | |
| pregnant Shih-tzu. | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I just wanted some advice. I have previously spoken to Renee earlier on in my dogs pregnancy but she ... A: Remember that gestation is 63 days from when the eggs get fertilized NOT necessarily from when she ... | |
| Pregnant Pit Bull | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: What Should I feed my Pit Bull while she is pregnant? Does the same food that a Human Mother eat to ... A: It's important to have your female on a quality food. You can supplement with raw beef heart, organ ... | |
| Boxer Heat Cycle | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: My 6 year old Boxer was bred once at 5 years of age and produced a healthy litter of 7. It's now ... A: Females are born with all the eggs they are ever going to produce. So as they age you are starting ... | |
| How often can my male breed? | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I just recently started breeding high quality AKC Pomeranians. I purchased a champion bloodline Blue ... A: Sorry Brooke -- it's the end of the day for me, so asking questions twice helps :-) The schedule ... | |
| How often can my male breed? | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I just recently started breeding high quality AKC Pomeranians. I purchased a champion bloodline Blue ... A: So you're breeding him twice a day? Even though males produce new semen every time, that may be too ... | |
| Chihuahua Discharge after whelping | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a female Chihuahua on August 7. On August 10th she had a litter of 4 puppies. One puppy ... A: Did your vet give her oxytocin? This will help clean her out. She's also been home a short time, ... | |
| Great Dane whelping | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: My Great Dane, who is 2 1/2 yrs old, has developed incontinence in her final last nine days of first ... A: You know your girl better than anyone. So if you think something maybe wrong, you are most likely ... | |
| Is my dog pregnant?? | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 1/2 year old, 6 pound female yorkie. She gave birth to a litter of puppies on januaury 5 ... A: She could have gone into a silent heat, one where you didn't notice. Which is common with the small ... | |
| pregnant Shih-tzu. | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I just wanted some advice. I have previously spoken to Renee earlier on in my dogs pregnancy but she ... A: I never recommend puppy food until after the pups are whelped, only because it is higher in protein ... | |
| Pregnant Fiest. | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I recently brought home a fiest from a local pound. At the time she weighed about 10.5 lbs. and ... A: You can get a x-ray done (after day 50)and the vet will be able to tell you the size of the pups ... | |
| Pets | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: 1. There is over 500 dog breeds? What is the number one dog to own? 2. For one person, how many ... A: Henry I believe you've been sending me this same questions all week. The thing is it is subject. ... | |
| help info needed on rescued pregnent small breed dog 11.5 pounds | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: i rescued A small breed dog who is pregnant , i got an Xray done and they think they saw 4 maybe ... A: If pups were visible with x-rays, then the pups would be older than 50 days with the addition of 7 ... | |
| Pregnant Pug | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I don't know much about how to take care of my pug when she goes into labor. I'm kind of nervous ... A: Each female is different, although Pug's have been known to require assistance and reject their ... | |
| Is my dog in danger | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: My 10 month old dog gave birth 2 days ago but she is still scratching the walls and floors. Is ... A: With a young female anything can cause anxiety. Did she expel the afterbirth and/or is there a ... | |
| breeding | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: my dog impregnated another and the owner is keeping the puppies. since i am the owner of the father, ... A: Check with your state or provincial laws. Was there a contract? Are you contributing to vet cost? ... | |
| preg..boston terrier | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: my boston is preg.her temp i has been rangeing from 98.7 to 96.7 the last 2 -3 days..last night she ... A: A whelping box or area where she can raise her pups comfortably and quietly is what she needs. Line ... | |
| dog mating | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: joyce how r u? i want know that on which day a bitch is mated whenever she is in heat? ANSWER: ... A: Was the male you used proven? Progesterone testing would assist in helping you as a breeder, ... | |
| Pregnant dog | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Yesterday afternoon i noticed a little drops of dark color coming from her. Maybe 4 or 5 drops. I ... A: All is normal. Remember that gestation is 63 days from the time the eggs were fertilized NOT ... | |
| dog mating | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: joyce how r u? i want know that on which day a bitch is mated whenever she is in heat? A: The number one reason a breeding doesn't take is timing. Typically days 12 - 15 are the fertile. ... | |
| Min Pins | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Wondered if you could tell me at what age the males are ready to breed, and if you breed two reds, ... A: The colors are determined by ancestry. They should be predominately red but if there are blacks and ... | |
| Jack russell in labour | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I am getting quiet concerned as she had her first pup at 615pm it is now 2 hours later and no more ... A: It can take 2 minutes or 2 hours, it depends on the placement of pups, how far up they are. The ... | |
| bulldog | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: how can i get mybritish bulldog to breed or how to get sperm from him A: Some Bulldogs can't breed naturally. Semen collection is simple enough to do, but it depends on ... | |
| MOTHER BEAGLE VOMITING | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: MY 3 YEAR OLD FEMALE BEAGLE HAD 6 PUPPIES EXACTLY 3 WEEKS AGO! SHE ALL OF A SUDDEN IS VOMITING UP ... A: It's never to young to deworm. Some worms lay dormant in the muscle of a female and are revived ... | |
| female after mating | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: Please make me rest assured. Is it okay for a dog that was just bred four days ago to tear off at a ... A: I have a number of females that are busy, one runs and catches the freesbie up until she can't get ... | |
| GSD mating | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: We are in the process of mating my GSD with another. They've been together several times, right now ... A: You may have to hold her steady so she can't move away. Try sitting on a stool and have the female ... | |
| sophie and puppies | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: i have a Pomeranian female who had puppies.the puppies are now 8 weeks old we want to know is when ... A: You want to really research in-breeding before even considering it. If your lines have ANY ... | |
| weimaraner-breeding | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: Joyce, I need to ask some questions- female wei 20month old second heat, 26Aug.'09 her 11day, since ... A: Try separating the breeding pair. Too much time together and they can become frustrated and just ... | |
| my mini | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: my mini is a male and i was wondering what age he needs to be before i can think of getting him to ... A: Although smaller dogs typically mature at a faster rate, it's always best to wait until a male is ... | |
| Mounting Issues | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: My female is in estrus and ready to go. She's baiting the male up, putting her tail to the side ... A: Well at 9 he could be experiencing a weak or poor libido. Also, as he's never produced, I would ... | |
| Shih Tzu attention seeking behavior | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9-week old shih Tzu and I am an inexperienced, but loving dog owner. Following most trips ... A: 9 weeks old -- you still have a bit of a ways to go before you finally get to say "Jack YES!!!" You ... | |
| my springer spaniel | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: hey i was just wondering how many pups should i expect? my dog is just turning 1 and shes due in ... A: A female is born with all the eggs she is going to produce. She is repsonsible for the number and ... | |
| dog breeding | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: i have a 3yr old female mini schnauzer and a 2 1/2 yr old male schnauzer. She has had some bleeding ... A: If you are counting the days, the best is starting at about 9 days after you noticed bleeding. ... | |
| my chiwawa keeps trying to nest after litter | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: Please could you tell me why my chinaware keeps trying to nest after she has had her litter they are ... A: Was all the placenta's and afterbirth accounted for? Did you do x-rays to see how many pups to ... | |
| Labour in a 2 1/2 female? | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old female boxer. We are now on Day 64 and she has been panting since 7am yest ... A: Is it 64 days from the first or the last mating? The "snot like" discharge is the mucus plug, a ... | |
| Year old female brindle boxer and has not gone into heat | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering exactly around what age do female bocers tend to go into heat? I have never had a ... A: A female will first go into heat between 6 months and a 9 months old. She may have gone into a ... | |
| Problems getting litters on my girls | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm hoping as a fellow breeder you can help me figure out what's going on with my girls. I breed ... A: Who said breeding dogs was easy? LOL I would put all the females on a low dose of amoxicillian for ... | |
| my springer spaniel | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I just found out today my full breed springer is pregnant to my other dog he is a half king Charles ... A: Well first thing to do is not panic. Take a deep breath and prepare. Get a whelping box, it ... | |
| breeding weights | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: What are proper male to female dogs weight ratios to consider when breeding so that the it is safe ... A: There is no scientific formal. Males typically will be larger than the female. That's just all ... | |
| dalmation puppies | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: respected Sir, my almost 2 year old female dalmation gave birth to 6 puppies, out of which 5 were ... A: Maheen Your female is developing mastitis. Place her in a tub of warm water, the water should ... | |
| Boxer mated by a Bullmastiff | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: i am concerned about my Boxer bitch that accidently mated with a Bullmastiff she is on her 60th day ... A: Dogs are pack animals and do not know or care that the off-spring is theirs. A female should be ... | |
| Erections in stud yorkie | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: What could be a reason why a 15 month old stud yorkie can only hold an erection for 3-4 minutes ... A: A poor libido, which is more common than you might think, could cause a weak erection. Also, if you ... | |
| dog mating | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: i have been trying to breed my 2.9 year old Chihuahua she is dancing and standing with her tail to ... A: Timing is everything with breeding. If she wasn't ovulating when she was bred, she won't become ... | |
| breeding my lhasa apso | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: i hope you can help me, i have a two year old lhasa apso bitch who is just about to come into her ... A: There is no reason to believe your female will become sick. However, you want to ensure that the ... | |
| overdue whelping | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: My dog is a chihuahua silky cross and she is hevily pregnant.She is now into her 63rd day of ... A: Not to panic she's not "over due" yet. Gestation is 63 days from fertilization not necessarily for ... | |
| mastiff breeding | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: We have a 14 months old Mastiff, and a male Mastiff that's a few months over 2 years old. We have ... A: It's true that once she becomes pregnant she will quit growing. At 14 months, she should be as tall ... | |
| mastiff breeding | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: We have a 14 months old Mastiff, and a male Mastiff that's a few months over 2 years old. We have ... A: Start with good quality dog food -- not puppy food it's too high in protein and fat and make her ... | |
| breeding | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: how old will my lhaso apso be when she has her first season n how often do they have them ? A: Typically a first season can happen anytime between 6 months and a year and rotates on that cycle. ... | |
| my lovely shitzu :D | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: my shitzu is one mo.old and had her first heat 10 days ago..if after mating with my male shitzu how ... A: I'm going to assume your female is 1 YEAR old and not one month. Pregnancy occurs 63 days after ... | |
| Basset with umbilical hernia had pups | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: We were given a female basset hound who is almost four years old. She had been bred three times in ... A: Poor girl. The "breeder" should be taken to task in my opinion. Four litters in four years is too ... | |
| how to help a 8 mth puppy who is pregnant | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: There is hundreds of web sites telling you all the bad things that can happen if your dog gets ... A: The breeds that make up the Schnoodle aren't know for whelping complications. So you should be okay. ... | |
| 65 days | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: my bitch is 65 days pregnant is that normal A: Gestation is 63 days from fertilization NOT breeding. It takes the eggs 7 days to mature and sperm ... | |
| breeding siblings | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a brother and sister. They are springer & water spanards. What will happen if they mate and ... A: Inbreeding should only be done with two superior animals. Any inherent traits in the lines will ... | |
| Canine infighting | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I am the owner of two female poodles. They are approximately 5 years old. The one - Bella - we owned ... A: 2 intact females are fighting over supremacy. The problem is now that Jilly has whelped and ... | |
| dashcund whelping | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: i have a 4 year old daschund who due date was friday just past, she started crying last night and ... A: The waiting is the hardest part of whelping and it is impossible to determine a time limit on when ... | |
| after birth | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: My female Rotti just gave birth two days ago. She had 11 pups but the last one was still born. We ... A: Did she expel the afterbirth too? Black/green is not a color you want to see. You may need to get ... | |
| Dog pregnancy | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: Hey Joyce i was wondering if u can help me please, My 2yr old Staffordshire Bull Terrier was caught ... A: If she was caught the once, she will be due around August 2nd. A clear mucus discharge can start up ... | |
| possible inbreeding | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: i have two labs at home 2yrs old brother and sister and we think that the girl might be pregnant. ... A: If that works that would be truly amazing as they are two different species. And also a bit amazing ... | |
| mating | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a male lab and a female shitzu. do you think that my male lab would try to you know with my ... A: Dog's aren't like people, and aren't really particular when it comes to mating. I have heard and ... | |
| first litter | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: my dog is just under 2 years of age. she just had her first litter of pups on the 7th of July. they ... A: She sounds a bit pampered. LOL It's very common for a nursing dam to lose all her weight and hair. ... | |
| mini schnauzer | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: my minischnuazer turned 1 year on july 11 she is approximately 2 weeks out of heat I ... A: Its shortly after the discharge that ovulation occurs and she can get pregnant. She could be going ... | |
| Breeding shih tzu(s) | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: This is the first time I am planning to breed a pet. I have a male and female shih tzu. The male ... A: Typically in any breed the males will be larger than the female. Shih Tzu aren't a breed that is ... | |
| my dog giving birth | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: my dog give birth yeserday dinner time to 8 puppies and today has give birth to another which is ... A: Typically the reason the last pup doesn't make it, especially if it was born hours after the rest of ... | |
| Pregnant Boston Terrier | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: My boston terrier is pregnant and she is on her 57th day now. I have been taking her temperature ... A: There are a couple of problems I personally have with taking a females temperature. First you have ... | |
| my pitbull | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: my female blue pittbull just had 9 pups on the 7th and i was wondering if i should change her diet? ... A: You female should be on a high quality PUPPY food while she's nursing. Something high fat and ... | |
| Pregnant Bitch | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: My beagle started her heat cycle on June 3rd. We never saw her mate with my other beagle. Her "chest ... A: If she started her heat on the 3rd, she would have been ready to breed around the 16th of June. ... | |
| dogs | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: i am tring to artificially incimante my female at home with the males sper i need some help on how ... A: You should probably have read up on it BEFORE it was time for the A.I. What you need on hand is a ... | |
| mother nursing dilemma | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Papillion that is 8 years old and has had her first litter. I have had 2 litter by another ... A: 8 is kind of old to be having her first litter. And some females are just not meant to be mothers. ... | |
| Male Rottweiler & Mating | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male rottweiler. He disappeared a week ago for a morning, but came back. Then ... A: A intact male will wander further when a female is in heat, and can be gone for days at a time. ... | |
| going bald | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: My jack russell terrier of 5yrs had 4 healthy pups all before 10am. she has just had another at 5pm ... A: It's very common for a dam after whelping and nursing to lose her entire coat .... and I mean right ... | |
| whelpping | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a shih-poo that is about to give labor. On Saturday it will be 63 days. Her belly is really ... A: It starts by panting, nesting and a lack of appetite. The best thing for your female is to have a ... | |
| Breeding French Bulldogs | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have two french bulldogs who have bred for the first time. The bitch is 2 years old and this was ... A: You want to keep your female active and on an adult food. Puppy food given to a expecting female ... | |
| Breeding French Bulldogs | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have two french bulldogs who have bred for the first time. The bitch is 2 years old and this was ... A: Typically breeders will do A.I. on Frenchies (or any smaller bully breed) because of the male is ... | |
| pregnant daschund | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: Winnie is three years old and this is her second time having puppies. The first time she only had ... A: With a back to back breeding, the female should be in top physical and mental health. Supplementing ... | |
| shitzu in labor | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: i have a 17 month old shitzu and my yorkie breed her according to the time i caught them she would ... A: What she's doing is nesting. She needs a whelping box where she can safely and quietly whelp her ... | |
| pregnant daschund | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: Winnie is three years old and this is her second time having puppies. The first time she only had ... A: Actually, it's easier for a dam to whelp a "larger" litter than one or two. And Doxy's aren't prone ... | |
| my dog's skin problems | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: I am not sure what kind of problem my yourkie has - allergies or flea bites. She has spots all over ... A: What you want to do is have the vet check and make sure she doesn't have Demodex mange. What kind ... | |
| Chihuahua in labor | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: my Chihuahua mix went into labor at 4:30pm yesterday. The puppy came out at about 6:00pm. I know my ... A: Are you sure because you consulted your crystal ball, or are you sure because you did x-rays? If ... | |
| mating | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: My female rottweiler is 2 1/2, and is on her 11Th day in heat. We tried to breed her last night with ... A: You have to secure the female. For a maiden especially it can be painful and scary. Instead of ... | |
| Boston Terrier Pregnancy?? | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: My boston terrier, Angel, went into her second heat cycle at only 10 mths old whick I thought was ... A: Well you know for sure in just about 2 weeks if she caught. Especially as two ties in season is a ... | |
| Whelping | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a Brussels Griffon that should be having her puppies around the 15th of July. I have ... A: All dogs have the exact same gestation 63 days. It all depends on when the female is ovulating and ... | |
| Havanese after whelping | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: My havanese had 4 lovely puppies yesterday. She is 2 years old and that's her first time. We didn't ... A: She could still be the in whelping process and ultra sound won't tell you much more. If she's not ... | |
| Nesting | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: My pug/shitzu gave birth 5 days ago. She had 3 puppies. She is eating and drinking well. She ... A: She's looking to move her litter to a "safer" place. Is she in a whelping box? She may want a ... | |
| Re: Bitch rejecting pups | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a miniture poodle. She is 4 yrs old and has just had her first litter. She had 3 pups last ... A: It's common for a female that has had a section to ignore her pups. Once the drugs leave her ... | |
| miscarry | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: my dachsund just gave birth to 2 pups. this is 2nd day and she is having foul smelling drainage and ... A: It sounds like she's retained either a pup, placenta or afterbirth. You need to get her to A vet ... | |
| breeding age | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a four yr old newfie.she is ofa cert in all fields concerning her breed. she has never been ... A: Kudos to you for getting her OFA and waiting to ensure that she was in top health before breeding ... | |
| my 9 month old puppy wont breast feed her puppies | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: But now she wont feed them anymore it just started to 6/28 I went back there to see if she would ... A: That's the problem with breeding puppies ... they aren't mentally or physically capable of raising a ... | |
| How to listen to fetal heartbeats in my 5 1/2 week pregnant jack russell | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: How do i listen for fetal heartbeats in my 5 1/2 week preggers jack russell terrier. I KNOW that ... A: What day did you breed her? You need a stethoscope to hear heartbeats you can also used a rolled ... | |
| Hello I need HELP. | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a Chihuahua and she gave birth to 3 puppys yesterday, None of them survived. I believe they ... A: If the entire litter died I would suspect a bacterial infection. Either a STI like Brucellios which ... | |
| 1 week old dachshund puppy is lethargic and wont stop crying. | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: We had a litter of 4 dachshund puppies on the 17th of june. All has been going well until last night ... A: She's to young for an enema. I would recommend a low dosage of amoxicillian or a light de-wormer. ... | |
| Inbreeding | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: My friend has a male lab and is mating it with his neighbors female lab. The question is, if he ... A: In-breeding is a double edge sword. The best will be the best and the rest will be below average. ... | |
| staffidshire bull breeding | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: however my bitch isn't use to other dogs do you think it would be safe to try, the male is fine with ... A: If you are going to try a breeding, you may want to muzzle and leash her so she doesn't hurt the ... | |
| chihuahua mix pregnant | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: i have a chihuahua mix and she is now 54 days pregnant, i would rub her stomach and feel two puppies ... A: Unless you have x-ray vision, the whole "feeling thing" is a hit and miss. The kidney and liver are ... | |
| Breeding my Doberman | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old Doberman female and I was wondering if it's too late to breed her? She is in ... A: The thing is if you breed once or a dozen times, you're a breeder. So that established you want to ... | |
| Female standing in heat 2 males not intrested | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old female shih tzu, she is in her 3rd day of "standing" heat. She is moving her tail ... A: The thing about breeding and being a responsible breeder is keeping accurate records. Being in heat ... | |
| Pregnant Boerbull dog | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: My dog is approx 61 days pregnant. Since last night she has been scratching the floor and ... A: I love the SAB's! Yes she should be in the whelping box to get her use to it. Line the box with ... | |
| extra large litter | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: My golden retriever is 54 days pregnant with 13-15 pups. Is it possible her uterus could burst? A: It is very possible. It's also possible that she will deliver the first 9 or 10 naturally and not ... | |
| breeding | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: i have a stud, and a friend of the family wants to use him but i forgot which house would be better ... A: When considering studding out your male you want to ensure that you have a written contracted signed ... | |
| Female standing in heat 2 males not intrested | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old female shih tzu, she is in her 3rd day of "standing" heat. She is moving her tail ... A: So are you going to let the 2 males mate her this heat? It's never a good idea to let all three ... | |
| Breeding my lab bitch | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I asked you the other day for some advice on my choclate lab bitch who was in day 14 of her season ... A: Okay wait. She's on day 14 and she's still bleeding? Hmmmm is it a lot of blood? Typically what ... | |
| I am not sure about some words you told me the answer before. | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: Will she be pregnant? She in two times in 4 days I am worried if she is pregnant or not. If you ... A: So did you breed her on purpose? A female is ready when she ovulates, when her eggs are mature. ... | |
| My 1 year old blue nose pit might be pregnant. How can i tell?? | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: My 1 year old Blue nose pit bull got with my Blue Fawn pit bull, now i think she might be pregnant. ... A: First thing is you want to make sure she isn't "eating like a pig". It's not healthy for her or any ... | |
| Breeding | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I have two westies and the female is in season.She is flagging the male and he is responding but ... A: Chance are slim but not all together out of the question. Although the litter size would consist of ... | |
| Japanese Spitz, 1yr1mo. still not in heat | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: This is Arlene from the Philippines, I have a Japanese Spitz dog, she's already a year and a month ... A: Small dogs can sometimes be harder to detected because they are better able to keep themselves clean ... | |
| Will she be pregnant? | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: Will she be pregnant? She in two times in 4 days I am worried if she is pregnant or not. If you ... A: She has to be ovulating to become pregnant. Just because she was bred doesn't guarantee you pups. ... | |
| puggle has bumps | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: my pugle is in heat for her first time she has started 2 devolop small bumps along her sides . they ... A: Are you sure they aren't bug bites? A female in season can get all kinds of irritations, skin ... | |
| AI for my pure bred Bernese Mt. Dog | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I have attempted to breed my Bernese Mt. dog on three separate heat cycles without success. Each ... A: It's easier than you may think to collect semen. You need a teaser female (preferably the one you ... | |
| Breeding my dog for a second time | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I want to breed my 2yr old chocolate lab for a second time but it doesnt seem to be happening. We ... A: Why not invest in a progesterone test, that will give you a clear idea on when your female is ... | |
| Dog Breeding: Male Too Tall? | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to mate Italian Greyhounds. It seems as though the male may be too tall as he is not ... A: Well anything's possible but if the male is too tall you may have to help out. Frustration is the ... | |
| Is my dog pregnant? | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: She is due july 3 which is 63 days. She would be approx 52 days today. She has been exhibiting ... A: Unless you do x-rays or have a crystal ball, the only way to know for certain is by the end result. ... | |
| dead puppies | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: My golden retriever just had nine puppies. Everything seemed fine. She had the first five just fine ... A: Because no one was there to witness what happened it's hard to say. Anything could have happened, ... | |
| tail docking of rat terrier pups | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: Joyce- I did not understand your reply. You stated to "tie off flush at the butt". Sorry but this ... A: Sorry that you didn't understand my response Wayne, I thought I was clear. Banding is extremely ... | |
| bredding my female toy poodle | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: My girl came into heat im gonna say either fri 6/19, or Sat 6/20. Today the blood is very red. she ... A: Typically you would start counting when you notice blood. Breeding days 9 - 15 (or when your female ... | |
| tail docking of rat terrier pups | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: please tell me what you can about how I should dock the tails of my rat terrier pups when they ... A: Banding is easier and cleaner, especially if it's your first time. You can purchase pig bands or we ... | |
| nursing chihuahua | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: My chihuahua had 4 puppies and after 4 days developed an infection in her whomb. She was ... A: Keflex is also more commonly known as Cephalexin and is often used to treat dogs. A low dosage ... | |
| my female papillion | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 yr old papillion female she is healthy and very active she has just had her second ... A: With the pups gone, your female could be going through depression as her hormones change. It's more ... | |
| 8 mth old staffy x hasnt come into season | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: other staffy bitches i have owned have always come into season at about 6 months of age so i am ... A: A female can come into her first season anywhere from 6 to 9 months which would be typical. You can ... | |
| Pregnant Chorkie | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: My 2 yr old chorkie is pregnant with her first litter. She is at day 57 now. I took her temp four ... A: I would think her temperature would rise, I know mine would, if you took it that many times in a ... | |
| Standard Poodle Whelping | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old Standard Poodle who is pregnant and we are on day 60 right now. This is my ... A: Panting and digging is normal. Is she off her food too? Because that is a sure sign. Does she have ... | |
| Uninterested female in heat | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: My bitch is in heat and by chance we're taking care of a friend's unneutered male for the duration. ... A: There are some males that females just don't like... and this sounds like he may be one. A male can ... | |
| When to dock tail | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: Isabella my 1 1/2 year Cocker Spaniel is due in the middle of July. This is my first time at this ... A: Are you docking them yourself or taking them to the vet to have them done? Personally, we band the ... | |
| breeding jack russell | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: my female is in heat she is long legged and my male is short legged. this is the third heat and no ... A: There are a number of things you can try. Doing the breeding on a sloping incline. Letting your ... | |
| Pregnate dog | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: My dog is just about due with puppies and she discharged a yellowish brown gunk...is that normal ... A: Green is NOT a color you want to see in a pregnancy. It typically means that the placenta has been ... | |
| Canine Pregnancy What to expect? | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: Isabella my 1 1/2 year Cocker Spaniel is due in the middle of July. This is my first time at this ... A: First you want to have her diet consist of a good quality dog food. I don't recommend puppy food ... | |
| Problems with mating | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a female daschund who is about one and half years old. This is her third time in heat. We ... A: Yikes! 6 hours is kind of a long time. If the weather is warm where you are, there is the risk of ... | |
| lactating 3 weeks before expected whelp date | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I was refered to you for this question. Thanks Question I have a 3 year old great dane bitch that ... A: The on-set of early milk production happens and can bring on mastitis as in your case. Is she on a ... | |
| mating my jack russel | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I have two jack russels a bitch & dog both are 2yrs old my bitch is in her 3rd season when is the ... A: Breeding typically starts around day 12 of a heat cycle (12 days for the on-set of bleeding). You ... | |
| Problems with mating | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a female daschund who is about one and half years old. This is her third time in heat. We ... A: The easiest way to "get involved" is to sit on the ground with your back against a wall. Place the ... | |
| my dog is still bleeding after birth | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: my nabours dog had puppies June the 2009 so they are about a week old i think if i have the date ... A: If she's just had pups, she can bleed and spot for weeks after. She shouldn't come into heat for ... | |
| mommy dog | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: can you or should you give the mommy dog milk to drink also do you need a whelping box Mixed German ... A: The small pup you want to let feed when the other pups are sleeping and off the dam. To bring milk ... | |
| Breeding | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I put my male and bitch boxers together and they were getting along great. When he tried to mount ... A: Some males and females just are that "into" each other. If you left them together and your female ... | |
| Weaning puppies | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: i have 6,6wk old staffy puppies which i have been weaning for 2wks.I am feeding them 3 times ... A: We like to keep pups for 8 weeks. There is important socialization that goes on during that time. ... | |
| Husky labor | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: my siberian husky is around 64 days pregnant. it may be a little less we are not exactly sure which ... A: I have to say that part of responsible breeding is knowing when your female was/is in heat, when she ... | |
| Husky labor | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: my siberian husky is around 64 days pregnant. it may be a little less we are not exactly sure which ... A: You need to have a whelping box for your female, especially if this is her first time. Keep the ... | |
| :'( | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: Nina my 2 year old is FINALLY about to give birth! Today is her 66th day of pregnancy. Its her ... A: Sorry to hear that. There is no reason not to bath her. She will need a few days rest. You can ... | |
| Nina is FINALLY about to give birth! | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: Nina my 2 year old is FINALLY about to give birth! Today is her 66th day of pregnancy. Its her ... A: Is today her 66th day from her first breeding or her last breeding? Yellow is not a color you want ... | |
| could my boxer be pregnant? | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I have just taken my 4 week pregnant boxer for a scan and when the vet felt her tummy he defo ... A: I understood that your female was breed for weeks ago, if that's the case she can't be in whelp now. ... | |
| could my boxer be pregnant? | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I have just taken my 4 week pregnant boxer for a scan and when the vet felt her tummy he defo ... A: Did you take your dog for an ultra sound or an x-ray? And did you take it to a vet that went to ... | |
| breeding | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a mongrel who was six years old April 09, her last contraception injection was 19/08/08. She ... A: Would it be her first litter? Females are born with all the eggs they are ever going to produce. ... | |
| boxer bulldog pregnancy | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: how long does a boxer carry puppies& how does labor start? A: Gestation is typically 63 days. Not necessarily from the day you bred, but from when the eggs where ... | |
| Breeding | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: We have a female Jack Russell that is in her second heat ready for another litter but the male tries ... A: You can hold the female across your lap and guide the male to the business end. Once he starts ... | |
| Nina is about to give birth I think! | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: Nina, my 2 yr old Maltese, she is a first time mom to be, and also my first time assisting a whelp. ... A: But if she didn't catch for 2 or 3 days AFTER you did the breeding, then she's only day 61 or 62. ... | |
| Nina is about to give birth I think! | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: Nina, my 2 yr old Maltese, she is a first time mom to be, and also my first time assisting a whelp. ... A: What should you do. Boil water, and make a nice cup of tea, maybe find a book you've been waiting ... | |
| boxer dog overdue | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: pups on the 1 June, she feels ok and hasnt produced any milk is this ok? A: Did you only breed her one day? Was she ovulating? The eggs take 7 days to mature, and sperm can ... | |
| can female get pregnate w/o tieing up | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: my female chi went into heat. she is about 3 lbs. The male about the same lbs. she let him mount ... A: There is a chance, but a very small one. A tie is Mother Nature's way of ensuring that the ... | |
| Nina is about to give birth I think! | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: Nina, my 2 yr old Maltese, she is a first time mom to be, and also my first time assisting a whelp. ... A: Dogs and humans differ in their birthing process. First their water won't break. They have a ... | |
| dog mating | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: My poodle had puppies in Oct/08. Well I mated her in Feb. but she did not have any puppies. For the ... A: Dogs mate for procreation not recreation. So they only will breed when a female is in heat. ... | |
| 1Tiny Full Term Boxer Pup | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: Our Boxer girl had 8 full term pups. One of the pups was only 230grms. Could this one have been ... A: All the eggs are released at once so even if you did a breeding over the course of a week, it ... | |
| fake heat?? | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a female pug that just gave birth to 7 puppies, since then my female chihuahua flags the male ... A: How old is the female Chi? Could be that she's in pre-heat. It should also be noted that small ... | |
| My Lab | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: My Lab gave birth to 12 healthy puppies 4 days ago. She ate all 12 placentas. She has never been a ... A: The runs are easy enough to explain, that's from eating the placenta. Although very good for her, it ... | |
| nursing dog question | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: my dog is having some rashes, can i give cephalexin to my nursing dog? will this harm the puppies? ... A: Is the staph infection Demodex Mange? When administering antibiotics (or any drug) to lactating ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: What is the difference between a breeding agreement and breeding rights? We want to purchase a ... A: A responsible breeder will expect and explain their breeding agreement. Breeding Rights is the ... | |
| inverted nipples | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a pregnant beagle that is due with her first litter next week. She has 2 inverted nipples. ... A: The vet is right. The pups can nurse of the inverted nipples and they will reverse. It's always ... | |
| 10 month old Cocker Spaniel. | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I am embarrassed to ask but here it goes...Yes, I know it was a mistake, but I had no idea my 10 ... A: A false pregnancy is very common in female dogs, regardless of the breed. Everything is the same ... | |
| douge de bordeaux | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a ten month old Bordeaux she has been on heat for about two months now. the blood was a dark ... A: I don't know if it's normal, but my DDB female goes into heat for 2 months and her gestation is 75 ... | |
| pregnant bitch | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: When does a pregnant bitch start to put on weight? I breed my staffy on the 6/5/09 (4 weeks ago ... A: Even if the male has produced in the past, doesn't mean that your female will have pups. It depends ... | |
| Coat texture changed after having a litter of puppies | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 yr old Japanese Spitz Bitch who recently had a litter of puppies. The puppies are now 18 ... A: It is common in females, regardless of the breed, that after whelping, and they lose their coat, ... | |
| cane corso/italian mastiff heat cycle | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: i just wanted to know how long a heat cycle last? the female is approx. 10 mths (she is a rescue ... A: For females, regardless of the breed, seasons last at least 21 days. The first part of the cycle is ... | |
| 10 month old Cocker Spaniel. | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I am embarrassed to ask but here it goes...Yes, I know it was a mistake, but I had no idea my 10 ... A: This happens more than you would think. I would take her for x-rays to ensure she is actually ... | |
| Boston Terrier Heat | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: my female boston is going on her 2nd week of her heat cycle. she is swollen about 5 times bigger ... A: Some females keep themselves very clean so you may not notice bleeding, and/or just aren't heavy ... | |
| Bleeding after breeding | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 and a half year old staffordshire bull terrier who is brindle and white. She came into ... A: Did you breed her only the once? Typically if you aren't doing progesterone testing, days 10 - 15 ... | |
| studding 2yr. old boston for first time | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: my 2yr. old male boston seems to be having trouble by not getting close enough to the female to ... A: The best is to separate them and bring them together for about 15 minutes. If he hasn't succeeded ... | |
| Breeding Male problems | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have german shepards who are a breeding pair. My male had to have his spleen out, now when she ... A: I would check his shaft for hair or skin that is blocking his penis for extending fully. It ... | |
| studding 2yr. old boston for first time | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: my 2yr. old male boston seems to be having trouble by not getting close enough to the female to ... A: This is common in inexperienced males. The easiest in assisting is to hold the female across your ... | |
| Whelping | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: Please help!! My bitch GSDxMunsterlander 12 months old) is due any time now, her waters broke ... A: Dogs are different from their human counterparts when it comes to labor and delivery. Panting, ... | |
| Breeding Female Lab | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I bred my bitch on her 11th day of "heat." She and the stud tied that day. They did not try to mate ... A: A tie is Mother Nature's way of helping the species along. It DOES NOT guarantee puppies. ... | |
| Breeding | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: How long after a breeding (twice in one day) can I tell if my dog concieved? A: Sometimes not for 63 days. You could breed her 12 times in one day, but if she's not ovulating, she ... | |
| Breeding | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: My male dog got his daughter pregnant, and we didn't even know that she had gone into heat or notice ... A: The thing is, what ever trait that your male has (good, bad or indifferent) will come out tenfold in ... | |
| Breeding | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: My dog gave birth to 6 puppies on Monday May 25, 2009, and today 4 days later, she gave birth to a ... A: We've experienced the same thing with a female years ago. A pup that is dead in utero can't move to ... | |
| excessive panting an hot breast after birth | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: pups r 4wks shes got excessive panting an very hot breast dry nose an running some.shes eating an ... A: If her breast are hot and hard, she may be developing mastitis. You can ease that by putting her ... | |
| supplimental milk for puppies | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: ! My boxer has 10 puppies and I am worried about the smaller ones getting enough to eat. Is a ... A: How old are the pups? For a litter of 10, or any large litter, I rotate the pups. (5 on 5 off) ... | |
| What do i need to start breeding? | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to start breeding Yorkies. I have a healthy 5lb yorkie she's 4 years old and has had ... A: The thing is Elizabeth, you breed once, you're a breeder. And please don't think I'm condemning you ... | |
| What do i need to start breeding? | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to start breeding Yorkies. I have a healthy 5lb yorkie she's 4 years old and has had ... A: First you have to ask yourself, why do you want to become a breeder? Do you have homes for all the ... | |
| In heat 8 weeks after having a litter of puppies?? | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I recently got a female Great Dane that had a litter of puppies 8 weeks ago (the people were moving ... A: Did the previous owners tell you her heat cycle? Every 6 months, 9, etc. A season typically starts ... | |
| What age should your dog be for breading? | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: Our yellow lab is just a little over a year old and we would like to bread him. Is he still too ... A: Personally I feel male used in a breeding program should be tested prior to breeding. Health and ... | |
| Dog pregnancy | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: through her pregnant (she tied on the 5th of April) and she started lactating today does this mean ... A: Counting is just guestimating. It is from the day the egg got fertilized. Eggs take 7 days to ... | |
| yorkshire terrier | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: my yorkshire terrier bitch is 6 months old and has been mounting my yorkie dog over the past few ... A: Typically mounting and humping are not sexual acts but an act of dominance. What she is trying to ... | |
| Dog pregnancy | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: through her pregnant (she tied on the 5th of April) and she started lactating today does this mean ... A: The milk is just coming in early. When milk is produced early, you have to be very cautious that ... | |
| Puppy re-homing. | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: i have 3 wk old puppy staffs & the stud dog owners have chosen a male as their pick of the ... A: We keep pups for 8 weeks before they go. There is important socialization that goes on between 6 ... | |
| Breeding My Pitbull. | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: This may sound strange but it is the second time i am breeding my female, but she and the stud tied ... A: The are three different "stages" of semen. The first is like a cleaner, making everything nice and ... | |
| APBT in labor | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: My female APBT is at the end of her 2nd litter. She started her strong contractions around 4pm est ... A: If you are waiting for water to break...you'll be waiting a long time. Each pup is in it's own sack ... | |
| Bitch moving pups constantly | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I am writing this letter for my parents as they do not have any internet and desperately need ... A: New momma's can be very anxious, as what appears to be the case with your parent's female. Every ... | |
| dog in pain due to curdling milk | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: Is there anyway for me to get the bad milk from the breast of my 1yr female pit-mix dog? it has ... A: What your female is experiencing is called mastitis and it can be fatal to both the dam and pups. ... | |
| choc lab heat question | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a chocolate lab that is 6 years old. I have not noticed her going into heat. We have ... A: Has she gone into heat ever? You can start by supplementing her diet with salmon (fish) oils, ... | |
| Nursing bitch and puppies | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2 yr old staffy nursing her 6,3wk old puppies..mum & pups are all doing fine..i have just ... A: Without seeing photo (or doing testing) I would guess Tapeworm. They can look like rice. The most ... | |
| Artificial Insemination | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: We have decided to try artificial insemination with our Huskies because the male is inexperienced ... A: You don't want blood in the semen, you don't want anything mixing with the collection. But ... | |
| dog is 2 days overdue | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: My pregnant mini dachshund is 65 days from first tie today. I am concerned because she is showing ... A: When you do the counting method you have to give a few days either way. Especially on a unfamiliar ... | |
| i need answers please | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: my dog is a husky x and is 8 years old and has had her first litter of six puppies. All went well ... A: Did you do x-rays' prior to whelp? Where all the placenta's and afterbirth accounted for? I ... | |
| My female pitbull | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: My female pitbull has been up all night panting and scratching like shes itchy she has no fleas she ... A: It's time to separate the two and get your female in a whelping box. What she's doing is nesting. ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 virgin Siberian Huskies. They have been trying for 2 days to mate and the male can't get ... A: A few reasons come to mind; a) she's early b) they spend too much time together c) he's shorter ... | |
| pregnant boxer | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 20 month old fawn boxer who I am almost positive is pregnant. The first time we caught her ... A: You're welcome Jennifer Just as a FYI here is a way to help you find a good product for you! How ... | |
| pregnant boxer | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 20 month old fawn boxer who I am almost positive is pregnant. The first time we caught her ... A: I would seriously consider switching her food! Seriously!!!!! Your pride and joy as well as the dam ... | |
| Pregnant Dog | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: Hey Joyce, Our Bichon is pregnant and her temp has been 98.9 since Last night and she has some ... A: The waiting is always the hardest. I know from experience as my husband is pacing behind me waiting ... | |
| pregnant boxer | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 20 month old fawn boxer who I am almost positive is pregnant. The first time we caught her ... A: It's hard to tell for certain if your female would have caught unless you do x-rays (which don't ... | |
| Pregnant, 10yr. old Pomranian | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: My roommate's ten year old healthy Pomeranian is pregnant by my min. pin./toy poodle and its her ... A: Ouch 10 year old and expecting her first litter. Not something anyone would recommend. But that's ... | |
| aggression after whelping | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I am dog sitting my son's basset hound while he is out of town working. She whelped for the first ... A: It's very important to take the other female out and leave the dam with her pups. The female needs ... | |
| How long does it take for birthing | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: My dog Lacey is a 6yr old lab mix. I have never had a dog get pregnant before.My neighbors male got ... A: Sorry to be the bringer of bad news BUT, dark green/black is not a color you want to see in a ... | |
| Boxer breeding | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: Our boxer was bred last week. Now she has a mucus kind of discharge. Is this normal? Thank you, ... A: Before I let an outside male near any of my females, I would want to see paperwork. But that's ... | |
| breeding a maltese x shitzu | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: We have had a maltese x shitzu since January 08 and we would like to breed her but we dont't know ... A: First is the swelling and bleeding. It's important to keep accurate records of the day the bleeding ... | |
| Active 9 month old mixed breed pup | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I own a 9 month old mixed breed male, neutered, puppy names Eddy. He is up to date on all medical ... A: Sounds like you're right, he's bored. The three breeds your mentioned are all smart and active, but ... | |
| caring for Wild Mother dog with litter of pups | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I have been feeding and caring for 2 dogs in the wild for 14 months who fear humans. The female had ... A: How old are the pups? It sounds like the dam is developing mastitis. Which can be fatal for both ... | |
| nursing mother dog | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: My female jack russell terrier just had her second and LAST litter and this morning had tremors so I ... A: What are you feeding her? Calcium deficiency is typically found in animals feed high organs and ... | |
| new bitch wanting to move puppies | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: it had a deformed mouth know this can be normal behavior but now she is digging in garden and trying ... A: She's trying to keep her remaining pups "safe" and moving them to a new "den". This behavior is ... | |
| yorkie - pregnacy after c section | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: My little Annie is two and a half she had two puppies a year ago by c section not because she had to ... A: I would have to disagree. Once a section, typically always a section. Not always mind, but usually. ... | |
| breeding boxers | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: My dog is in heat has been for a week now. We have another boxer to mate with her. its her 1st time ... A: If it's a week, she's probably still early and your male, being experienced knows this. If you ... | |
| howling after mating | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: My dog is howling after mating and I know it's normal but r there any tricks to calm him? It's at ... A: Actually, he should pass out after mating. His penis should knot when he's inside the female, and ... | |
| low libido in male bullterrier | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: My 4 and a half year old male bullterrier has had a successful mating before, about two years ago ... A: Our males learn their "manners" early and will not mate a female without permission from my husband ... | |
| How long should I allow my dogs to continue to mate? | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I own 2 chihuahuas and have waited for all their testing and my girls 4 heat cycle to breed them. I ... A: She seems to have hit her stride. You can continue to let them breed until she won't stand, but ... | |
| pregnant beagle | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: our feamale beagle is due within a month. we have always brought out a kids pool and let the birth ... A: I understand the use of the kiddie pool, the ease of cleaning and such, I just don't care for them ... | |
| breeding | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a lbs Chihuahua and I am breeding him with a 5 lb Pomeranian and it is both their first time. ... A: Some males just aren't cut out to be natural breeders. If he doesn't like your female, not amount ... | |
| food-intake to make milk go down | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: after i sell my dogs pups do i need to cut back on her food to make her milk dry up A: You should start weaning the pups at about 6 weeks. Only feeding then twice a day (on the dam) they ... | |
| breeding | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a lbs Chihuahua and I am breeding him with a 5 lb Pomeranian and it is both their first time. ... A: You can try holding the female across your lap and guiding the male in. However, if he won't let ... | |
| breeding | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a lbs Chihuahua and I am breeding him with a 5 lb Pomeranian and it is both their first time. ... A: A tie is Mother Nature's way of cementing the deal. Dogs differ from humans in that they do not ... | |
| dog fifth paw | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: Was there ever a function for a dogs fifth paw? A: Unless your dog has five legs I think you are referring to the dew claw. In some breeds, the ... | |
| Jack Russell won't eat | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: Friday my Jack Russell had a miscarriage and took her to Vet on Sat. They gave her ... A: The hormonal changes in her body can make her "depressed" and lethargic. And are very common. Try ... | |
| Scabs | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: Our Newfoundlander recently had 8 pups, four of which have died. We arn't sure whats happening with ... A: Each female has to be taken on a individual basis when it comes to breeding. Size of previous ... | |
| Scabs | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: Our Newfoundlander recently had 8 pups, four of which have died. We arn't sure whats happening with ... A: Okay a few things jump out at me. One is that she's 5 and had 4 litters and the second is she eats ... | |
| Fear that my Shih Tzu will reject her pup | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a Shih Tzu who had one pup 6 days ago. We keep both in a whelping box. Lately, we've had to ... A: If she hasn't formed a bond after a week, she may not ever form one. You will have to continue ... | |
| Dog breeding HELP!!... | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: My 5 year old chocolate lab is on her 15 day of heat. I want to breed her this time cause she's ... A: It's okay if he's a little taller, it can work to his advantage. If she's moving around, have ... | |
| Breeding two blue poms | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I was told by another breeder that you can not breed two blue poms. My question is why? A: Blue is a recessive gene. Chances are slim you will actually get any blues out of the pairing. You ... | |
| multiple sires | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: if two males mate with one female within days of each other will she have puppies from both males? ... A: If the female is ready and ovulating when the two males have been bred her, then yes, she can carry ... | |
| breeding | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: i have a pitbull,and i'm trying to mate her, we are having difficulties getting the penis in... what ... A: How old is the male? And how far along is the female in her season? Both can contribute to ... | |
| Dog heat cycle | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: My "pit bull" is 9 months and is in her first heat. She is very clingy and rubbing herself on the ... A: Typically bleeding last 7 to 10 days. BUT the following 2 weeks after is when she's prime for ... | |
| female just had pups | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: My female had pups a week ago and bleeding heavy and has given the pups fleas ANSWER: Hi Julia Is ... A: A product like Advantage given to the female and flea baths for everyone. You have to clean and ... | |
| female just had pups | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: My female had pups a week ago and bleeding heavy and has given the pups fleas A: Is this her first, second or ?? litter? How many was in the litter, how old is she? A female ... | |
| husky pregnant | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: is this normal she doesnt seem to stressed A: Have you confirmed she's expecting and is she showing any other signs like discharge of her mucus ... | |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel- not going into heat | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 and 1/2 year old Cavalier from my own breeding. She had her first heat at 18 months of ... A: When a female has a sporadic heat, I would have her tested. It could be her thyroid, not enough ... | |
| What breed is my dog? | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: A few months ago we bought a dog and were told that it's breed was Maltese, however, she doesn't ... A: There is a slim chance it could have Maltese mixed in it, but if I had to guess I would say American ... | |
| day 65 from 1st tie and still no signs | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: Today is day 65 from my golden retriever's first tie. We bred three consecutive days. This is her ... A: Day 65 from first breeding but not from when her eggs were ready I'm betting. Keep in mind that ... | |
| breeding toy poodles | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: i currently have a male toy poodle and i am getting another one ( female )who is two years old. She ... A: No reason to think they won't get a long. The male may try and mount her immediately, which is a ... | |
| my bostons heat | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: my boston recently had a litter that will be 6 weeks on saturday may the 2nd and im curious to know ... A: Once a female has been bred, chances are very, very good that she will roam looking for a mate. If ... | |
| Breeding Chi | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 Lyra old female getting ready to go into to heat. I have been very careful in the past ... A: Any time you make the choice to breed there is risk to the female. But with most breeds the male is ... | |
| loss of all 11 puppies | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: all puppies were fine and feding well but on the day after she lost 3 then on the next day she lost ... A: To lose an entire litter within that short time frame suggests to me an infection, either bacterial ... | |
| 3 week old puppy | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 week old bichon frise female puppy, she was the last puppy born in a litter of 7. At ... A: I'm not familiar with Espliac. Peterna is a product I know and personally use. It needs to be ... | |
| 3 week old puppy | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 week old bichon frise female puppy, she was the last puppy born in a litter of 7. At ... A: Her fontanel may close and usually does by 8 weeks. The only remedy for it is time. Make sure you ... | |
| Newborn pug puppy with deformity | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: My pug just had puppies and had a litter of four. They were born a couple of days ago on April 20th. ... A: Unfortunately the pup in the picture has a cleft palette. A deformity that will adversely effect ... | |
| bitch drying up too soon | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: My bitch had 2 pups, one did not make it. The remaining pup has been feeding very well but it seems ... A: It's typical when there is only a singleton that the dam starts to drying up as the milk isn't used. ... | |
| 62 days pregnant | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: My boxer is 62 days pregnant , at 8 am this morning her temp was 98.5 then at 1:30 pm her temp. was ... A: The "slimy stuff" is her mucus plug. Again no need for panic. You want her to sleep and get all ... | |
| Bitch Receptive | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a breed quality Australian Bulldog. She has been mated to another Australian BUlldog. If she ... A: A season for a female can last 21 days. She becomes pregnant when her eggs are fertilized. For that ... | |
| 62 days pregnant | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: My boxer is 62 days pregnant , at 8 am this morning her temp was 98.5 then at 1:30 pm her temp. was ... A: All normal. All good. Her temp can change from something as simple as sleeping in the sunshine. ... | |
| lab possible false pregnancy | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: This is a 2 year lab.This is her first breeding.She could be due any time from the 20 of April ... A: With a pseudo pregnancy, milk can still come in. However if it's her first pregnancy and you didn't ... | |
| pregant dogs | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: i have an american bulldog she is having her 4 litter of pups she is due anyday now and there is no ... A: So she's been bred every heat her last three seasons. That would explain why her body hasn't had a ... | |
| pregant dogs | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: i have an american bulldog she is having her 4 litter of pups she is due anyday now and there is no ... A: How old is the female? Did she get bred, back to back to back to back? What kind of food is she on? ... | |
| My 3 year old pomeranian foxy | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I am a very concerned mother. I took foxy to the vet numerous times and her vet states shes fine, ... A: You have a female that has seizures, and enlarged heart and issues with her vulva and you want to ... | |
| size of average yorkie pup at birth | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: I used to have a toy Poodle who had puppies a couple of times. Is the average Yorkie puppy about the ... A: The best and most accurate way to determine litter and pup size is to do x-rays. When you're ... | |
| My adopted APBT Sabre | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: ..I recently adopted Sabre my new APBT who is 4yrs old, the breeder I got her from took her back ... A: I love the APBT! And good for you for taking this one into your home and heart. But honest to God, ... | |
| Mother is digging after giving birth 4 days ago | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: We have a pekignese who just gave birth to 3 babies. She is doing great them however, when we let ... A: Taking her and her pups in would not encourage or cause her to kill any off-spring. There are two ... | |
| Mother is digging after giving birth 4 days ago | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: We have a pekignese who just gave birth to 3 babies. She is doing great them however, when we let ... A: Did you do x-rays prior to whelp to determine how many pups to expect? Where all placenta's and ... | |
| my piybull | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: My female went into heat, my male caught her and he had gotten stuck until he calmed down. He ... A: I sincerely hope that your females are old enough and mature enough to produce pups. Because ... | |
| breeding/whelping of 10lb. mini schnauzer | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: My mini schnauzer was 10 lbs when we breed her. She was breed twice approximately the 12th and 14th ... A: I always recommend puppy food AFTER the pups are whelped. The "problem" with the higher protein and ... | |
| Bitch in heat but wants to mount the male! | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: My 2 year old yorkie bitch is in heat and presenting herself to my yorkie male. He is desperate to ... A: That happens with dominant females. What you need to do is sit yourself on the floor (place your ... | |
| dog pregnancie | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: They mated on jan 31st waited 2 days and then they mated 9 more times and each time they tied if she ... A: If she bled 19 days BEFORE mating, I would have to say you missed ovulation. I would suspect that ... | |
| my goldens mated | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: my two goldens finally on her 14th day mated but only connected the one time and my male is showing ... A: Like my Momma always says... "it only takes one time". Here's the scoop on what you heard and ... | |
| Fertility in weimaraners | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 11yr old weimaraner that may have been breed. What is the fertility expectance for that ... A: It really depends on your female. At 11 her eggs are going to be pretty worn out. She may still be ... | |
| breeding | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: lab!there both 6 and she's deffinetly at least a week on heat but when he trys to mount her she is ... A: When your breeding it's a good idea to know for certain days. It makes it easier. It's best to ... | |
| pugs | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: i have a male and a female and they are in heat,and they are trying to mate but he can't,he try's ... A: How old are they? Is this there first go round? How far in her season is she? How much larger is ... | |
| Lab having puppies | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: My lab 5year old had full term pups, 6 where deleiverd and droped every where, the last one i was ... A: A responsible breeder would have a whelping box or enclosed area for a female to safely deliver her ... | |
| no milk! | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can help me! My Maltese poolde had puppies on the 23rd of March 2009, but it seems she ... A: Are your female's teats impacted? Do they feel hot and look sore? If she has a fever and the ... | |
| dog breeding | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: So my female went into heat and I was going to send the male away before they had a chance to mate ... A: With interbreeding you narrow in on a gene or trait. So if there is anything hereditary, and there ... | |
| pomeranian how long after giving birth til next heat | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: my pomeranian,Chewy, had her last litter the week of October 15th-20th closer to the 20th, how long ... A: A break is always recommended. She should be coming into heat soon. Your female could be getting ... | |
| mastitis | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: HAVE TAKEN MY BOXER DOG THE VET TO DAY HER BACK TEAT WAS VERY LARGE AND WARM I THOUGHT SHE HAD ... A: The easiest way to drain the fluid is to stand her in a bath of warm water. The water has to be ... | |
| Heat cycle in my chuhuahua | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a female chihuahua. she is 9 months old and just had her first heat cycle. it was not a ... A: No it was a long day for me yesterday. Let me try again. It sounds like the beginning of a ... | |
| sign my dog is in labor | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: has had some whitish clear discharge she is due around now... she has been doing this since around 9 ... A: Panting, nesting and loss of appetite are signs of labor. Clear discharge is the mucus plug and is a ... | |
| dogs mating | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: my female is now on day 13 of her heat her velva is geting soft and last night still had some ... A: If he's an inexperienced male that would explain why he can't get the job done and he may need some ... | |
| Heat cycle in my chuhuahua | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a female chihuahua. she is 9 months old and just had her first heat cycle. it was not a ... A: As a breeder of the Chi's you know your lines and what is "normal" in them. If a vulva "pops ... | |
| Female in heat, male driving us crazy | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: We have a female chihuahua and a male rottweiler both of whom are not fixed. I wanted to breed my ... A: Actually, you would WANT to get your male fixed because of his age. There are health complications ... | |
| feedding lactating mom | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: my dog two days ago had 7 puppies which two of them have die what kind of food should i give the mom ... A: How old is your female? What is her breed? What was her whelp like? Were the pups born dead or did ... | |
| Bad odor after delivery | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a Chihuahua that gave birth on Monday to 3 puppies and I am noticing a bad odor from her. I ... A: Were all the placenta's and afterbirth accounted for? A strong, foul odor could indicate that all ... | |
| Is my female yorkie in labor? | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: The lowest I seen it drop was 99.2.Today she's 60 days pregnant,I checked her temperature this ... A: The hardest part is the waiting. Her temp can go down then spike, then level off. Honestly you ... | |
| Is my female yorkie in labor? | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: The lowest I seen it drop was 99.2.Today she's 60 days pregnant,I checked her temperature this ... A: I'd hide in the closet too if you were after me every couple of hours to get my temperature! The ... | |
| stud dog seems too little | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: i have just taken my yorkie bitch to her stud, but unfortunatly he cant seem to penetrate her, my ... A: You need to raise the male up because he is NEVER going to get there on his own. You can do the ... | |
| signs in labor? | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: and has been following me around well more then usual, and when i went to pick her up she had a ... A: I NEVER recommend puppy food prior to whelping, the pups grow to big and that can cause problems in ... | |
| first season or rather lack of it ! | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: we have been given quite a lot of conflicting advice so now our head is spinning. We breed pointers ... A: I didn't mean to imply you would Di. Just as a FYI in the German Shepherd, one of my favorite ... | |
| first season or rather lack of it ! | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: we have been given quite a lot of conflicting advice so now our head is spinning. We breed pointers ... A: At 22 months and no heat, the fact that the male is consistently throwing females that don't cycle ... | |
| yorkie due date | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old yorkie who mated with my 21/2 male March 19, 21, 24, & 27th. I am worried sick ... A: If I understand she was mated on "purpose" on the 19 - 24th and on the 27th it was an accident. If ... | |
| long heat cycle | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: my pointer came in heat on feb. 22nd. first day of blood. she had a litter of pups fine 5 months ago ... A: If your breeding her back to back make sure she is perfect health. A pregnancy and whelp can knock ... | |
| breeding my yorkies | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 lb female yorkie who is 1/1/2 yrs old. I also have a 9 month old male who is about 10 ... A: Try separating them for a few days. Complete separation. Zero contact. 9 months old can still be ... | |
| guts on outside | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: My boston had her pups at about noon. She delieved the first 5 fine.... All were born without ... A: It could happen, but typically that happens because the cord ruptured from chewing or biting on the ... | |
| guts on outside | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: My boston had her pups at about noon. She delieved the first 5 fine.... All were born without ... A: The concern is that retained placenta's can cause infection and become toxic. So you want to either ... | |
| pom whelping | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: our pom is getting ready to deliver her first litter. She is not a toy but she is in fact very ... A: You want to ensure she has a safe, quiet place to whelp her litter, a box is best lined with old ... | |
| Type of bulldog | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: My 1-yr-old dog is supposed to be an English Bulldog but he looks nothing like a standard English ... A: There were no other pictures attached but depending on your area, you may have recourse, especially ... | |
| worried owner here | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: My Lab is on her 64th day and started panting heavily and nesting yesterday afternoon. I took her to ... A: How long was it from her last section? Typically when a dam has a section she has to have another. ... | |
| Boston 60 days pregnant | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: You have helped so much... My mentor thought she would have them last night. But no. Her temp droped ... A: If you have her under a microscope, you may notice her new freckles to! Just kidding. The most ... | |
| Breeding my mini schnauzer | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: My Mini Schnauzer is bleeding (about the 4th day today), and we are breeding her this cycle (her one ... A: Is the male coming to your place or are you sending the female there? Either way the two should ... | |
| my dog after having puppies | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: my dog, a Chihuahua had her litter 3 days ago, her and the pups seem to be doing well, they are all ... A: You want to ensure that they don't become hot and hard. This is a sign of mastitis. Try gently ... | |
| 2 year old stud | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: he is a reg golden retriever and this will be his first mating she humps him but the does not try ... A: Your female is telling your male, that she is getting ready. She will may mount him to try and ... | |
| my dogs heat | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: my girl had her last heat 9 months ago and had a litter well over a year ago and did amazing.she ... A: If you are not doing progesterone testing, you can assume that her first day of bleeding is day 1. ... | |
| breading a Blue Merle Rough Collie | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a two year old Female Rough Tri Collie (Caylor). I also have a one year old male Rough Sable ... A: Not ignorance, coat color and genetics is complicated and can be mind numbing. Just to explain, ... | |
| dog breeding | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: Trying to breed two Boston Terriers. This is the third attempt. The female is receptive and the ... A: You can hold him in place until the lock occurs. Sitting on the ground (it's easier with your back ... | |
| goldens mating? | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: i have my stud he is a first time stud ,i have a golden bitch who game to me for stud services , ... A: If they want her back, let her go, you don't want to be accused of stealing her. But make very sure ... | |
| Boston Terrier Breeding | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: My Boston terrier went into heat and unfortunately bred with a dog that was not of the same breed. ... A: Why would you think her pups wouldn't be pure Boston's if she was bred with a Boston. You're ... | |
| My akita | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: i have an 8 year old male akita and i would really like for him to have puppies because i love akits ... A: He's not to old, just remember Akita's can have large litters are aren't for everyone. Make sure ... | |
| yorkie | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: how much should i charge to mate my male purebred yorkie and how much of age should he be atleast ... A: Your male should be at least a year if not older. Anything younger and the sperm count lowers. If ... | |
| Mother not cleaning | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: We had a difficult c-section and spay on the table. 4 days later the pups are doing well, moms milk ... A: Start with giving her some Arnica or Bach's Rescue Remedy. Both are readily available at any health ... | |
| momma dog help | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: she had 9 pups. all are well fat and healthy. Momma got preg on accident, she was really not healthy ... A: Were all the placenta's account for and did your vet check or do x-rays to see if she had any pups ... | |
| labor | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: Hey Joyce, Sorry to bother you again but my dog is in labor now. She is shivering some and is ... A: Two things will help with the process (and yes it can be normal). Vanilla ice cream will help with ... | |
| Bringing a dog into heat? | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a patterdale for 7 months now, she is 2 1/2 years old. A friend of mine owned her before me ... A: I would encourage you to have her tested. If she came into heat and didn't take, and now doesn't ... | |
| my beagle | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a beagle that is roughly 20 months old. She got loose the other day and I am pretty sure she ... A: The female produces all the eggs she's ever going to produce, so she will determine the size of the ... | |
| Dog/labor/whelping | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: My dog is between 67-70 days pregnant..confirmed by vet. She was due last week but I know she can go ... A: The thing is because it take the eggs 7 days to mature, she may be right on track and not overdue. ... | |
| Cross breeding for health | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I have had rescued dogs and pure bred dogs that were from responsible registered breeders who aimed ... A: At the end of the day, you have to deal with people you trust and breeders who have been breeding ... | |
| dog breeding | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a six month old shih tzu pup that just went into heat. I left her with a friend who i thought ... A: Ah that bites, only because if she does take she won't mature to her full potential. Did she mate ... | |
| mini dachshund | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I just got a 6 mo. old mini dachshund and shes a purebred and I was wondering how old should she be ... A: The best advice I can give is go out and meet other breeders and fancy of this breed. Learn all you ... | |
| breeding | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: The sublaxation of the patella, hypoglycemia, collapsing trachea, heart murmur, etc... does that ... A: Those traits are frighteningly common in the Chi breed. In-breeding is used by experienced ... | |
| After whelping | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I recently rescued a pit bull off the streets. The vet says she looks like she has had several ... A: Like with most of us, nothing like good old fashion exercise and lots of it! To bring her pre-puppy ... | |
| The wolf hybrid question from '08 | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: just stumbled upon your reply to someone asking about the length of heat etc for a high content wolf ... A: My information is based on the works of wolf biologist Erik Zimen, professor of biology at Hampshire ... | |
| Chihuahua in Heat | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old long hair chihuahua who is in heat. We have been waiting for this heat before we ... A: Kudos to you for allowing a retired female to be just that, retired! Because each female is ... | |
| Age of breeding | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: My Lhasa is eight years old and my toy poodle has been caught mating with her. Because of her age I ... A: 8 is a little old for breeding a female. Is this her first litter? Whenever you consider ... | |
| breeding | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 11 months old brother and sister chihuahas. Both less than weight less than 3lbs. What are ... A: There are pro's and con's to doing an interbreeding. But it is important to start with the very ... | |
| pregnancy in yorkies | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 12 month old yorkie and she had a heat cycle (I think)about 2 months ago. I thought she ... A: First, black discharge is never a good sign. Are you sure it wasn't dark red? If you have a ... | |
| Low body temperature | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: My Pomeranian is 1 year 8 months old, and 61 days pregnant on her third heat. I've been taking her ... A: The thing with taking the temperature is this, are you taking it at the same time? Has she been ... | |
| poodles | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a few questions. If you breed a female miniature poodle to a toy male poodle what size will ... A: It's all about genetics. You have to take in consideration the following: a) the size and color of ... | |
| My female black lab is going into heat for the first time... | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: Today I found blood on my sheets where my lab sleeps and i checked her and she is bleeding. She is ... A: She's not ABOUT to go into heat, she IS in heat. If you don't want any pups (and at 8 months, she's ... | |
| Golden Retriever Heat | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: How often will our 5 yr. old Golden Retreiver come into heat? We weren't interested in breeding her ... A: Well in five years if you didn't pay attention, I can't tell you. With an intact female it's ... | |
| german shepherd | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: hay im really worried about my dog she is a year old and she fell pregent on her second heat she ... A: Could be that she either has a placenta or pup retained. If she rejecting the other pup, could be ... | |
| colors when breeding? | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: If a boston Black and white was bred with a boston red aka seal what color would the pups most ... A: So they are out-crossed for generations then. Do you know the colors of generations? All that ... | |
| rejection | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: Our Norwegian Elkhound whelped seven days ago, she had a litter of six. However, she wouldn't have ... A: Only you can decide what the pups are worth. You have to take into consideration the following: a) ... | |
| rejection | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: Our Norwegian Elkhound whelped seven days ago, she had a litter of six. However, she wouldn't have ... A: How old is your female and is this her first litter? Some first time and or young mothers can ... | |
| Pregnant Husky | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: My Husky is 2 years old and she is on her 54th day of gestation and her mucus plug has been leeking ... A: The discharge can take place up to 10 days prior to whelping, so no need to panic just yet. It ... | |
| my boxers mated | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: She hadnt had a seaon while bein with us so didnt know she was in heat!! I foundthem stuck together ... A: Gestation is 62 days. So if she came into heat the week of the 29th she would be due the end of ... | |
| Dog Breed | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I realise this is a puppy but what breed is it and how big will it grow to be (please follow the ... A: The picture is of a Dachshund, there are mini and regular size and would be considered a toy breed ... | |
| artificially inseminating my toy poodle | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: my poodle does not do well away from home. for the purpose of breeding her it was recommended to me ... A: My first question would be, and please don't take this personal or an attack on your female, is does ... | |
| breeding | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a problem with my two pitbull's (17 month male,and 14 month female)and the problem is that ... A: Looks like some assistance is required. You can place them on a slope, (stairway) where she is ... | |
| breeding | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a problem with my two pitbull's (17 month male,and 14 month female)and the problem is that ... A: How far in her season is she? If it's too early a female won't let a male mount. If they spend ... | |
| breeding agreement | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: Unfortunatly I don't have a written contract. Big mistake on my part. The owner of the stud wanted ... A: The biggest problem with using and outside stud is the conflict that can arise and the number one ... | |
| My boston is pregnant! | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: She is now 7 weeks due on the 28th and I am wondering why I cant feel any pups? Sometimes I feel a ... A: You may not feel anything until a week or so prior to whelp, that's when they gain the most weight. ... | |
| Our neighborhood Dog | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I need your help ASAP. You see, we've a neighborhood dog who is SO SWEET. I've missed her for ... A: The female could be on her way to mastitis. An extremely painful and dangerous infection of the ... | |
| Seasons | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I've got a 1 year old jack Russell bitch, who had her first season last year, i cant remember ... A: Heat cycles typically rotate on cycle (6, 9, 12) month cycle. So if she came in at 6 months, she ... | |
| Nervous bitch | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a brother & sister Springer Spaniel cross Labrador 5year olds. The bitch is SOMETIMES VERY ... A: I've heard good things and results with the cd's and there are other great calming tools available, ... | |
| diarrhea after consumming the afterbirth, 10 days later | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: me again:)! All the puppies are great and doing well! Just another small concern. Biscuit had ... A: The placenta's have lots of protein so it's a good thing. But it can cause the runs, not so good. ... | |
| Yorkshire 60 days pregnant | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: My cousins 6lb. yorkie is about 60 days pregnant.They locked up on Jan.1st.My question is, this is ... A: It's take 63 days for gestation, that's once the eggs are fertilized. It doesn't matter which day ... | |
| whelping | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a border collie bitch ready to whelp in about two weeks. My question is i would like to ... A: As a fellow Canadian I can sympathize about the winters. However, as a breeder, I am not confident ... | |
| please help me with my lil runt | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: my female just had her puppies lastnight around11pm, almost 24 hrs later the runt of the litter ... A: The reason there is a runt of a litter is because the placement in the horn. It doesn't get the same ... | |
| Shih tzu welping | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: My pregant Shih Tzu is having some clear discharge, is very lethargic and seems very uncomfortable. ... A: She should be whelping on the weekend of the 20th if you count from the 19th. You count from the ... | |
| cedar chips toxic? | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: whelping puppies, are cedar chips toxic to puppies and dogs? A: They can choke on the chips. Shavings and chips have dust and other pollutants that can seriously ... | |
| bleeding after puppies are gone | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I resently adopted a 2 year old Chihuahua Daucsaund mix. she had puppies about 8 weeks ago. she has ... A: Depending on the size of her litter and the severity of her whelp, so females can spot as their ... | |
| Dog Breed | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: How many week I need to wait to remove the Beagles puppy from his mother? A: At three weeks you can start introducing them to solids (quality canned or raw). But it's important ... | |
| breeding my beagles | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I have been trying to breed my female beagle to my male beagle she is now in heat and he doesnt seem ... A: What day is she at? If you start trying to early they will both get frustrated. Best to leave them ... | |
| questions about after she gave birth | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I've gone to you guys twice with my questions about my Siberian husky and her pregnancy, I hope you ... A: Did you check number 3 out? Make sure he doesn't have an injury, pups at a birth, can get ... | |
| questions about after she gave birth | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I've gone to you guys twice with my questions about my Siberian husky and her pregnancy, I hope you ... A: Of course I remember. You didn't take my advise on the husband did you? The reason your female is ... | |
| ai | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I am about to do a vet assisted AI with my 1st time pregnant bitch.She is healthy and 3 years old. ... A: A.I. is very effective. Personally, we have a 100% success rate. It is simple and easy to do and ... | |
| Pomeranian Breeding | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I need to know if I can breed fathers to daughters and mothers to sons? What is best and why. A: Whenever you are considering in-breeding you have got to ensure that the dogs you are using are the ... | |
| dog in labor | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2 year old pitbull in labor,she has had one puppy in 2 hours, is it possible for her to ... A: Singleton's can happen however, 2 hours isn't that long. I would recommend getting her up and ... | |
| Again about my boston. | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: Sorry but it me again. So the last time yesterday I asked you about her not showing at 4 weeks. You ... A: You are going to make yourself crazy and your female picks up on that which in turn will make her ... | |
| whelping papillion pups | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: My female Pap has had 2 successful litters and is now in the stage where she has begun panting and ... A: 2 successful litters how long apart? Panting and nesting can begin 2 or 3 days prior to whelp. ... | |
| My boston's pregnancy? | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: When she wouldnt tie. Now she has tied with a different stud 7 times in 7 days and She would now be ... A: The best thing to do is measure her chest and her waist prior to breeding and then every 2 weeks ... | |
| dogs | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: i don't believe my dog is producing milk her puppies are 2 weeks old and act like they are ... A: All food that I wouldn't expect a lactating female to do well on. You need to separate the pups so ... | |
| welping english mastiffs | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: my females first litter ,she is three yrs old. has already mothered a 11 week old male mastiff, and ... A: Can I ask why you think she needs a section? There is no reason to believe she should have a ... | |
| labor | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: My Yorkie is having her first liter. Her temp has been between 98.5 to 98.8 for a full week. At one ... A: What day is she at? The hardest part of whelping, is the waiting. The clear liquid could be her ... | |
| Worms | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently had an issue with worms. To compensate I have decided to worm my females again when they ... A: It okay to worm prior to breeding and then again after they've whelped. Some worms lay dormant in ... | |
| about c section in great dane | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: My dane had a c section on her first litter, she was 62 days but was straining and the vet thought ... A: Personally, I prefer x-ray's because you can actually count each spine and head. This is done ... | |
| about c section in great dane | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: My dane had a c section on her first litter, she was 62 days but was straining and the vet thought ... A: In my experience large breeds last longer in gestation. My Neo went 75 days and her litter was fine. ... | |
| breeding my yorkie | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: my yorkie is 10 months old and hasnt come into her first heat yet, can i breed her when she does get ... A: If you only had the female for 2 weeks then I would most definitely wait before breeding her. You ... | |
| breeding my yorkie | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: my yorkie is 10 months old and hasnt come into her first heat yet, can i breed her when she does get ... A: What kind of food is your female on? You should wait until at least the second or third heat. ... | |
| how can i tell if my dog is pregnant | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: i noticed my german shepherd females teats have got very big. i have a male toy poodle and when she ... A: I have my doubts that a toy poodle and a GSD could mate without assistance. When did your female ... | |
| Weimaraner; excessive drool, lethargic | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a Weimaraner who all of a sudden has started drooling excessivly this morning, he has been ... A: My first suggestion is to get him to a vet immediately. His symptoms could be fatal and may require ... | |
| Breeding Schnauzers | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: What age is too old to breed my mini schnauzer. she has been kept in wonderful health and she ... A: It depends on a number of factors. How old IS she? If she is in top physical and mental health, ... | |
| Delivery of 2 puppies | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: My siberian husky delivered two puppies yesterday. I thought this was a very small litter, and am ... A: The number of pups is in direct relation to how many eggs your female released. She is born with all ... | |
| breeding | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: and i have two pomarians, a teddy bear(male), and a long hair(female). the female seems to just be a ... A: You can do the breeding on an incline or slope (stairs, pillows, the driveway). You can also try ... | |
| female pregnant pug | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a female pug who we thought was pregnant and for conformation we got an ultrasound done in ... A: All breeds can abort or absorb their pups. The cause is usually bacterial. It makes sense if your ... | |
| absorbtion of puppies | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: 4yr english bulldog who absorbed litter of pups, what are causes of absorbtion other than thyroid? A: Mycoplasma and bacterial, brucellos infection can all cause pups to be absorbed back. We recommend ... | |
| pekingese | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for advice concerning a Pekingese. He is an 8 month old puppy and been given a clean ... A: You definitely don't want to breed him. And I would contact the breeder you purchased from and let ... | |
| pekingese | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for advice concerning a Pekingese. He is an 8 month old puppy and been given a clean ... A: Did the vets do x-rays or blood work? It's not common for a pup or dog to lose control of his back ... | |
| Bleeding after breeding | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: My jack russell pip is bleeding bright red drips. Between 19th and 23rd jan we tried breeding her ... A: The thing with breeding is, you should be in the room or be able to view the mating in case ... | |
| pregant/over due bitch | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: i have a 3 yr old cross bitch, staff & english in her. on the 04/12/08 she mated with our 7 month ... A: Just a couple of things: Eggs take 5 days to mature, semen lives 72 hours max. So technically you ... | |
| pregnancy | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I think my dog is now on her 3rd day of pregnancy, last tuesday, sunday and friday, we had her ... A: Which days of her heat cycle did you breed her? What you want to do is measure her chest and ... | |
| Teaching a male dog how to mount a female. | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I know this is probably a silly or stupid question, but a real one. We have a 2 year old black lab ... A: Have you had the female tested? At 7 she may not be ovulating regularly or enough to get the male ... | |
| welping and panting | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: My pug Penelope had a litter of 5 a week ago 2day we lost 1 @ birth. All the other pugs are healthy ... A: Do you have her in a heated room, or have a heating lamp turned on her? Sometimes it can be just ... | |
| Great dane | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old great dane, she wasn't due to go into heat until January, but had puppies in ... A: So your female went into heat in November, had pups in January and you're wondering when she'll go ... | |
| whelping | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: my staffordshire bullterrier has given birth 2 days ago, it is her first litter and she had 9 pups, ... A: Where all the placenta's and afterbirth account for? Also, did you do x-rays prior to confirm how ... | |
| Breeding age | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Newfoundland bitch. If she passes all the relevant checks we would like to breed from her. ... A: It really comes down to maturity. Both physical and mental. Large breeds take a little longer to ... | |
| Chihuahua | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a chihuahua who is currently in season, I have never mated her before but I would like her to ... A: Ideally, the male would come to the female for a week or more. One breeding may not be enough. ... | |
| Pregnant dog was fed salty broth | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: my IDIOT husband fed our two dogs, one of which is the pregnant dam, and the other the sire, his ... A: Other than some lose stool and maybe some gas, everything should be okay. Plenty of fresh water ... | |
| stud dogs rights? | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: My chocolate longhair chihuhua, who is registered, had a litter of pups 3 weeks ago. She had 4 ... A: That's a ethical question, and one only you can answer as you have to live with the consequences. ... | |
| stud dogs rights? | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: My chocolate longhair chihuhua, who is registered, had a litter of pups 3 weeks ago. She had 4 ... A: If she can't or won't produce the sire's paper find out who his parents are or ask just for his ... | |
| Mating | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: I have two Bichon Frises. Both of them are a little over a year old. My female just turned a year ... A: You are the best person to decide if she is mentally and physically fit to be bred. Small dogs ... | |
| my female boxer | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: i was told that after her second heat she would be good to start breeding just trying to clear some ... A: Only you can tell for certain if she's in top physical and mental health now. Some females take ... | |
| pregnant dog with collapsed babies | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: My dog has 5 babies ans 4 are dead inside the the one that is alive 7.2 cms n is on the upperside n ... A: Take that dog immediately to your vet!!! Did you do x-rays? How did you determine that the ... | |
| St. Bernard whelping | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I bred my 2 1/2 year old St. Bernard and she is now in her fifth week. I wanted to know if there ... A: There is no reason to expect complications from your female. Remember with all dogs, it's common ... | |
| food and suplement | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I got dura life high proten dog food and brewers yeast with garlic natural daily supplement are ... A: Well there is the old adage, you get what you pay for. You need to read the ingredients and decide ... | |
| food and suplement | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I got dura life high proten dog food and brewers yeast with garlic natural daily supplement are ... A: I don't know much about Dura Life other than the company that manufactures it in Texas did have a ... | |
| Heat cycle pattern after whelping | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: Hola, I have a very healthy cross bred bitch who had 7 very healthy pups on 4th October 2008 when ... A: Neuticles are fake testicles for dogs that have been neutered. The main reason I disapprove is ... | |
| Breeding my boston | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: My boston and stud have been breeding since the 24th the first day we recieved the stud. She started ... A: Sounds like she's done. Days 9 - 15 are peak times usually. Remember it all depends when your ... | |
| VBAC | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: Do you have personal experiences regarding VBAC's? I have a bitch that I am ready to breed for the ... A: Absolutely schedule a section. The problems that can arise, among others, are that pups can adhere ... | |
| Chihuahua dogs pregnancy | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 11 mo. Old chi and shes on her heat. Sunday i took her 2 da park well she managed to get ... A: My first question would be what breed was the dog she tied with? The complications could be ... | |
| problems after whelping | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: My dog had puppies a week ago. I am really worried because around her nipples in the bottom ones are ... A: What she is doing when she's digging is trying to make a safe den for her pups. For some reason ... | |
| Boston terier in heat | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: My boston started bleeding on sat the 17th but maybe friday night. Now its the 20th and she is ... A: There is a very good chance that she took. It's important to remember that it takes a week for the ... | |
| Tying | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: My two year old shortie Jack Russell female is in heat and approximately between her 10th and 12th ... A: Nobody (2 or 4 legged) like to be doing their business in the cold. It won't distract but it can be ... | |
| discharge | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I have boxers and i love them deepley. They mated the first time on Jan 8 2009 they locked one time ... A: I like to recommend a good quality food. Solid Gold, Timberwolf, Taste of the Wild, just to name a ... | |
| discharge | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I have boxers and i love them deepley. They mated the first time on Jan 8 2009 they locked one time ... A: Discharge can happen if dogs are mated too much. They can get an infection and then you have ... | |
| welping hybrid wolf | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: is this normal practice for hybrids?we have had her vet checked and the vet says she is not pregnant ... A: Pseudo pregnancy can result in weight gain. However, the best way to determine if a female is ... | |
| breeding | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: is it possible for a dog with one testicle to get a bitch pregnant A: It is possible but it's not very responsible. Monorchid is the term for one testicle. It is ... | |
| puppies all born stillborn | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: it was our bitches first litter . all 8 were born stillborn.is there a reason for this? was it ... A: How old is your female? Were the pups a formed and of good size and did the dam freely whelp them? ... | |
| Ancient breeds | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: Joyce. Nice to meet you. I have some questions about ancient dog breeds: 1)I know many mastiff-like ... A: I wasn't breeding or whelping back in Ancient times (although some days it feels like it), and I ... | |
| How to about my poodles, timid male, elusive female? | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I have two toy poodles, a femal just over 2yrs old, and a male that is four. They are both in gear ... A: Day 11 is still early, so it makes sense that things aren't gelling yet. Is the male experienced? ... | |
| How to about my poodles, timid male, elusive female? | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I have two toy poodles, a femal just over 2yrs old, and a male that is four. They are both in gear ... A: What day is she at in her heat? Too early and it makes the boys crazy and frustrated. Your best ... | |
| Trouble breeding | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: my 2yr old staffordshire terrier is proving hard work to breed when i take her to the stud dog she ... A: Some dominant females will just not be mounted period. Sit on the floor and have her straddle ... | |
| Doberman bitch won't tie | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: i have been looking into breeding her for a while and recently found a good breeder with a fantastic ... A: When doing a breeding, if you are not doing progesterone testing, you should keep accurate dates. ... | |
| Breeding | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I believe my female is ready, my male has been successful one time and since then they have acted ... A: What day is your female at? Are you breeding them constantly over the course of a day? Are you ... | |
| Doberman bitch won't tie | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: i have been looking into breeding her for a while and recently found a good breeder with a fantastic ... A: Don't worry. It's AFTER the female starts bleeding that she typically ovulates. And it's ... | |
| breeding my german shephard | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: i have a German shepherd bitch 6 yrs. old i have never matted her but know i want to mate her she is ... A: If she's never mated, I would have her progesterone levels tested (and have the sperm on the male ... | |
| fulse pregancy | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: my 9 mt puppy went into heat Nov 1st she is a jap chin and i have a male jap chin dog. well i don't ... A: Some female vulva won't shrink after a heat. Gestation is 62 days, so did you leave the dogs over ... | |
| help - my bitch that just whelped will not eat | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: i have tried cooking different meats, raw meat, weetbix, milk, dryfood, anything but she turns her ... A: Stop with the milk. That will cause diarrhea which will result in dehydration, which will cause a ... | |
| Question about puppies | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: You are going to need a coffee or tea for this e-mail. I have a few questions about German Shepherd ... A: I love the German Shepherd and can recommend some outstanding breeders. The concern I have about ... | |
| New puppies | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: My Jack Russell had 3 puppies, not her first litter, and she is fine with the puppies I would like ... A: Wormers should be given prior to breeding and again when the pups are 4 - 6 weeks old. It's a good ... | |
| Itching/Scratching Pregnant Female | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: my dog has had some very low scratching, but she is pregnant now and now in week four is scratching ... A: What are you feeding your dog? Food (and treats) are on the top of the list for allergies and ... | |
| first time stud breeding | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: have found a bitch for him she is in heat now its her 1st day she is standing letting stud smell her ... A: You said it's the female's first day of heat. There's your answer. A female won't ovulate and flag ... | |
| mom of eight | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: our husky had 8 puppies about 3 weeks ago. now she wont come inside to much to feed. she will come ... A: That's typical for the breed. Three weeks is old enough to get the pups started on a good quality ... | |
| is she pregnat | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: i have two Siberian huskies the female will be nine months Jan 23 the male is will be 11 months i ... A: It's harder to tell for hairy dogs. For females that have silent heats or don't necessarily show, ... | |
| Mini Pin not tying up | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14 month old Mini Pin she came into heat about 10 days I have read in other questions that ... A: It's the blood that's getting the male all worked up. It's best to keep them separated until you ... | |
| Breeding Shih Tzu's | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I asked a person named Labman from allexperts the same question and he was VERY rude and basically ... A: Is this your females first breeding? Has she whelped a litter before? What is her age? Is the ... | |
| inducing ovulation in a dog | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a question that you might be able to help me with. I have a 7 year old GSD Bitch whom I ... A: Start by putting her on a good quality dog food. Introduce fish oils (salmon, cod liver), vitamins ... | |
| weaning pups | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: My pups are 4 weeks old and I don't think mom is feeding them enough, they're 6 little gsds the ... A: The pups are old enough to be on solids. You can give them dry kibble and add a little canned food ... | |
| dogs in labor | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: my dog is a mini dachshund and she is going to have puppies any day now. i need to know what to do ... A: First thing to do is not panic. Mother Nature has a way of taking care of her own. You should ... | |
| normal dog birth after c section | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: My chihuahua had a c section to give birth to her puppies about a month and a half ago. She pushed ... A: First off Yikes! After a section it's advisable to wait at least a year for the uterine wall and the ... | |
| Information quest | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I don't actually know if my dog is pregnant, it's too soon to tell, she'll be going in next week to ... A: You didn't mentioned what breed your dogs are, but regardless I am very familiar with Barking at the ... | |
| dog welping | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: my jack russell has given birth to 5 pups 7am she finished but she is still pushing could she still ... A: As I mentioned, you can start by getting her up and walking. Put her on a leash and walk her around ... | |
| dog welping | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: my jack russell has given birth to 5 pups 7am she finished but she is still pushing could she still ... A: It's possible that there is another pup, but you want to also watch for the after birth. It's a big ... | |
| Weimaraner in heat | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: My 2 yr old is in her 21st day of her 3rd heat. The bleeding has stopped. My breeder says that now ... A: Improper timing is the leading cause of a unsuccessful mating. Ovulation can't be accurately ... | |
| breeding Boston Terriers | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: To start with I am 35 yrs old and have had bostons in my life since I was 12. I have 2 bostons, ... A: If your pair coming from free whelping lines, chances are very, very good that the female will free ... | |
| Chihuahua Puppy | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a question about my most recent litter of chihuahuas. I will be taking this puppy into the ... A: You must be aware that pups eyes don't open for 10 plus days. It's never a good idea to try and pry ... | |
| C cection | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: If a Dog has a C Cection First litter. [PUP Huge] Will the Female teacup dog be able to have ... A: Chances are if she had a section she will need one every time. The wall/incision needs to be strong ... | |
| Nursing mom with infection/ told to wean now WHY?? | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: nursing mom doggie and abx. I saw your post re: safety of abx with nursing. You suggested covering ... A: If humans and canine's were built the same, but alas it is not so. The milk becomes infected and ... | |
| Boxer and "breeding" | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: I was just wondering, I have a female who had a litter 4 days ago and she had 4 beautiful pups:) I ... A: How was her labor and delivery? Is her milk in strong? Other than puppy weight, has she lost any ... | |
| Bleeding | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: So our dog is giving birth but she bleeds between having the last two puppies. what are we supposed ... A: I need a little more information. How long between births? Is she straining? Was she given ... | |
| Dog Breeding | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a female red nose Pitbull who has just started bleeding within the last couple of days and I ... A: If you are doing the counting method it's important to be exact on your dates. Keep tract of the ... | |
| My Extremely Small Yorkie is pregnant!! | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: About 6 months ago I bought a yorkie from what sounded like a good breeder. She knew the answers to ... A: Did the breeder provide you with a spay certificate from a vet? Females that have been spayed will ... | |
| Pug Puppies | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: My 3 year old female pug just had a litter of puppies...while she was about to or just going into ... A: The only way to know for certain, is through DNA testing. That could give you the percentage of ... | |
| whelping problem | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: My Chihuahua has a small amount of a puppy's face showing. Her contractions aren't strong enough to ... A: You can' wait when a pup is stuck in the birth canal. Because it has already detached from the ... | |
| Problem with litter | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: I just whelped a litter female has been bred prior with no problems. This time first puppy born ... A: How long between breedings did you wait? Was it back to back or did you wait a year? Did you test ... | |
| POODLE BIRTH... | 12/26/2008 |
| Q: MY POODLE HAS GIVEN BIRTH TO 3 LOVELY PUPPIES. FIRST ARRIVED AT 728 PM...SECOND @ 838 PM AND LASTLY ... A: Try walking her around. Get her up and moving, you may have to put her on a leash and/or carry her ... | |
| my dog | 12/24/2008 |
| Q: my dog is 64 day pregnant and has not started whelping should i start worrying she a rottweiler and ... A: If you are using the "counting" method chances are you could be off by a few days. Especially if ... | |
| labor | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: My chihuahua is due to have pups within the next week or so. What are some signs that she is about ... A: That much regurgitating is a bit excessive, but some vomiting is normal. I would ask what she is ... | |
| whelping box | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: Our 10# dachs, 2 y.o. will deliver end Jan. My husband made a whelping box using aeromatic cedar ... A: Trust me, you will be thanking your husband when the pups are born. A whelping box is the BEST ... | |
| new litter | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: My Chihuahua just had puppies she had only two in which one survived, the one that survived she is ... A: How old is the pup? If she's 4 - 8 weeks she is trying to assert herself and learning how to play. ... | |
| stud will not mount | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3yr old reg apbt he was used for a stud at around 17 months and produced 11 healthy pups. I ... A: First, are you certain that the females are completely ready? Some males can sense when a female is ... | |
| Bringing female dogs into heat | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I show and occasionally breed my dogs and while I dont plan to breed again for 2 years; I need to be ... A: The problem with messing around with Mother Nature are the side effects. Hormone therapy should ... | |
| food | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: if she is i want to make sure she gets the right food to keep her fit and well A: In my opinion the first heat is too young to breed. It stunts the growth and potential of a female. ... | |
| dog training/pregnancy | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 questions about both of my aussies. 1. My male Australian shepherd is about 9 months old ... A: If the male is intact, it will only get worse. Tie tin cans using string and nails where he jumps. ... | |
| get pregnant on day 21 st day | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering,my girl came into heat Canada's Thanks giving weekend,on day 8th of her start of ... A: Depending on when your female ovulates, yes she could take. I personally have a two females that ... | |
| We're getting a boxer puppy who is 7 1/2 weeks old. Is this too young ? | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: we're getting a baby boxer and now I'm wondering if 7 1/2 weeks is too young? I'm sure she is going ... A: 7 - 8 weeks is a good time. Any time you take a pup away from it's pack there is going to be minor ... | |
| chiuaua | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: Her second pregnancy in a year. she went into to labor last night and we saw the puppy last night ... A: You need to take her to the vet immediately. If the pup is stuck and has been detached from the ... | |
| sire selection | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: would like to breed my miniature poodle bitch, she is 1year old,about 15" tall. What breed of stud ... A: The choice is up to you. Do you want to keep the poodle lines alive a well, or do you want to breed ... | |
| basset false pregnancy | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: how long to false pregnancy's last? A: Mild cases usually require no treatment, and a female will return to her normal self at about 12 ... | |
| pregnant pug | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a pregnant pug and she is due around christmas, i must admit i am very nervous this is her ... A: So the first thing I would recommend is to get her off the puppy food until AFTER she whelps. Puppy ... | |
| mating | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: my dog was mated but the stud accidently tied with her back passage, is this common & what are the ... A: Although not common these things happen. You didn't mention the breed, in this case, size matters. ... | |
| Whelping | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: i have a pom that is due to whelp any time in the next week. I know that you can check her ... A: Honestly, if you don't know her temperature when she's not pregnant, it's not going to help you much ... | |
| biting | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: My American Bulldog bites my teenagers hands when they fight. He will also bite their hands if I ... A: Why are they fighting? Wrestling, tug-o-war, fighting and any kind of horseplay is a sign of ... | |
| pregnant pug | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a pregnant pug and she is due around christmas, i must admit i am very nervous this is her ... A: It's not true that Pugs require sections more than any other bull breeds. The real issue is that ... | |
| Chiuaua | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: please help me we did all the precautions except fixing her we kept her in a seperate place but he ... A: If s he is larger than normal she could be a cross or have some other breed in her genetic make-up. ... | |
| my coondog gyp....wont come inheat! | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Plott coondog female( Dawn). She has raised 3 healthy litters of puppies in her ... A: She is beautiful! Remember that each female is different. Just because "all your females" have ... | |
| blue pittbull with new pup's | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a pittbull that had her second litter of pup's yesterday. The first litter was over a year ... A: Are you certain she has expelled all the pups and she has nothing left inside? If she had a large ... | |
| dog in whelp | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: hi my staff was due to have her pups on Tuesday 2nd DEC 2008 shes showing no sign of whelping all ... A: Could be that you are off on your days. Counting is never accurate unless you are certain she was ... | |
| I need help on her pregnancy | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I keep her with her whelping box in my room and a inclosed spot. she loves being in my room and she ... A: I've never been a huge fan of the temperature test because you have to know your female's body ... | |
| my dog destiny | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: my dog is due to have her litter at the end of dec. was wondering how long after she gives birth ... A: If she goes in every 6 months, then it stays that same. For example, you female goes into heat end ... | |
| Help with disciplne & Training | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a two year old male maltese that loves to bark and chase squirrels all day long outside in ... A: Sounds like you are low man on his totem pole. Start with only you feeding him. When he goes ... | |
| my coondog gyp....wont come inheat! | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Plott coondog female( Dawn). She has raised 3 healthy litters of puppies in her ... A: I agree with your co-owner, too fit or too heavy, will affect a females' cycle. Leave the light ... | |
| Is she Pregnant? | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I have an 8 month old Yorkie Poo. She ran off about a week ago and we couldn't find her for about 20 ... A: 8 months and pregnant with an unknown males spells disaster. Early signs can be deceiving as they ... | |
| My Dogs Won't Mate | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: My male is 4 years old, female is 2. She came in heat and had large dark discharge on the first 2-3 ... A: When you have a breeding pair living together, it's best to separate them before you plan on doing ... | |
| Brother and Sister Daschund | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: Can a Brother and a Sister get registered papers on there litter of puppies? A: You are considering or have bred siblings? If that is the case, you want to ensure that the two ... | |
| pregnznt puggle | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: my 20 month old puggle is pregnant the birth of her pups was estimated at dec 14 however her temp is ... A: Gestation is 63 days. If they come this early you are either wrong on your dates or she is aborting ... | |
| Whelping box | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a very pregnant Boston Terrier who is due in about 3 weeks. I plan on purchasing a pre-made ... A: Dur-a-whelp makes whelping boxes in an array of sizes. For a Boston, I would take the bottom half ... | |
| 8 Month Old Staffie Bitch | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: I have an 8 month old Staffordshire Terrier Bitch 12-15KG that has fallen pregnant from our other ... A: Staffy's are tough little dogs, and if there is a breed that would safely delivery pups at a young ... | |
| Puppy Constipation | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I am curently raising five dobermans; they are nine days old today. The first born, "Stumpy", ... A: You need to stimulate the pups to have bowel movements. A dam will do this by licking. The good ... | |
| heat cycle | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: Joyce I have a 3 year old male and a 6 months old female english springer. My male likes her too ... A: Females can come into heat for the first time at 6 months, or shortly after. And by the sounds of ... | |
| food for whelping bitch | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: Can you tell me if there is something I should be giving her to help with the milk supply. They are ... A: If your female is on puppy biscuits, you might as well just feed her the box. That would have the ... | |
| preggo schnauzer | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: our schnauzer is pregnant and due the first of the month. she was bred entirely on accident we found ... A: Dogs don't dilate like woman due, so that won't be a good indicator for you. And small dogs work ... | |
| Breeding | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: My female aussie had pups on 9/18. We are looking to buy a male aussie for next time. How long ... A: Do you want to be taken as a serious and responsible breeder or do you just want to push puppies and ... | |
| pregnancy with my ddb | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: i have a 5 year old ddb, whom i did a planned mating before having her spayed. She is now 9 weeks 5 ... A: I'm certain that bigger dogs carry longer. My ddb went 75 days before whelping her litter. 75 ... | |
| Dog Breeding...Whelping problems | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: My Corgi female has her first litter not that long ago. She labored and pushed and ended up needing ... A: Typically it's advisable to wait a year between section to allow the body to heal properly. The ... | |
| preganancies | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: i have two young pups but already they have started to mount my female my male yorkie is 12 weeks ... A: At the age your pups are, it's about dominance. They are trying to find their place in the pack. ... | |
| Breeding | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: My bulldog came into heat on the 8th of November and I have been testing her using the Pre-mate ... A: The Pre-mate is very reliable, and one I've used for years. Although you must be careful in the ... | |
| mating problems | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: Our male and female golden retrievers are struggling to penetrate and lock, they are both first ... A: You can hang on to the female. The best is to place your back against the wall and put her over ... | |
| Labradoodle | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I have an F1 (first generation cross) 5 month old LabraDoodle male pup and a soon too arrive F1B ... A: Each female is different, however, that being said any female should be at least 16 months before ... | |
| Mother dog after the pups leave | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: What do you do for your mother dog who gave birth to 3 pups and now they are going to other homes? ... A: Dogs are pack animals and work under different "rules" than humans. Once a pup leaves it's dam, ... | |
| My Daschund is in labor | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a long haired Daschund and she had her first puppy this morning around 6:30 am. This is her ... A: Each pup is born in it's own sac, so it's good news that it came out. The "after birth" is a ... | |
| My Daschund is in labor | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a long haired Daschund and she had her first puppy this morning around 6:30 am. This is her ... A: Typically it's 2 - 3 hours between pups. So there is a chance that she could be having a singleton. ... | |
| nurture behavior | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: We have 2 rescued border collies- 1 year apart - male (4mo) and female (16 mo). The female greets ... A: If she is regurgitating her food that is feeding behavior of a wild dog. But it could be that the ... | |
| female whelping | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: My female jack russell is on her 2nd litter, and is 63 days, she started panting and digging two ... A: Panting is part and parcel of labor. Very common. Try taking her for short walks to help stimulate ... | |
| Vaginal hyperplasia | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: Is it ok to breed a dog that has vaginal hyperplasia? Is it hereditary? A: Vaginal hyperplasia is commonly referred to as prolapse. It occurs during proestrus and estrus as a ... | |
| Yorkshire Terrier Breeding Age | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a 6 yr old yorkie that I have been wanted to breed since she was young. I got too worried ... A: The older the female, the older the eggs. So you my just have a singleton or small litter. I do ... | |
| removed litters brother @ sister inline breeding | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: male brother 2 litters removed from sister, sister has stigmatation in right eye, will this breeding ... A: Just to clarify. You bred or are considering breeding siblings. And the female has a stigmatization ... | |
| Dogue de bordeaux bitch | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: my boreaux bitch has been on heat for 14 days and still will not allow the stud to mount her. when ... A: My DDB was in heat for ever and went 75 days to whelp. I think that the larger breeds take more ... | |
| Puppy ears | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I have an odd questions. I recently adopted a 8 week (or so we think) male puppy from a local ... A: If you could send me a photo, I can get a better idea. As you can take all the breeds you mentioned ... | |
| bostonterrias | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: We have two bostonterrias male female and breed them and I think she is about six weeks and I was ... A: Just because your male and female "hung up" doesn't mean that she took. It depends on a number of ... | |
| orphaned puppies | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I had asked a question about 5 weeks ago regarding whelping and you helped me alot but now I have ... A: Wow, sorry for all the bad luck. At 4 weeks they are ready for solids. You can start with a high ... | |
| due date is tuesday 11/11/2008 day 60 | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I have an English bulldog shes 3yrs this is her 3rd litter and i believe she has a lot maybe ten she ... A: Actually that's a myth. I've personally experienced large number of females come out of a ... | |
| due date is tuesday 11/11/2008 day 60 | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I have an English bulldog shes 3yrs this is her 3rd litter and i believe she has a lot maybe ten she ... A: Yes, there is always risk for further litters after a section that the the wall is weaker at the ... | |
| due date is tuesday 11/11/2008 day 60 | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I have an English bulldog shes 3yrs this is her 3rd litter and i believe she has a lot maybe ten she ... A: If she is that big, it could be that she is just uncomfortable and pups are pushing on her organs, ... | |
| dogs | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: could you give websites or sources where I can follow-up my pregnant dam? A: There are literately tens of thousands of websites out there. All with different breeds and ... | |
| yorkipoo | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: my yorkie poo is 1and a half years old and getsverry nasty with me bites growls what would the ... A: What brand of dog food is it on? I would take the dog in to have it's scent glands checked. Then I ... | |
| Female dog bleeding... | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: i have a female daushund and she is now in heat (i think).. my male daushund was trying to get her 2 ... A: It could be that you may not have noticed because she keeps herself clean. You didn't mention how ... | |
| Female dog bleeding... | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: i have a female daushund and she is now in heat (i think).. my male daushund was trying to get her 2 ... A: It's the scent she's giving off. If you plan on doing a breeding together, it's best to separate ... | |
| my dog is in labour | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: my dog is a 4 1/2 year old staffordshire bull terrier,shes in exellent health,shes on her 65th day ... A: She needs a whelping box or a area where she can safely whelp her litter. Each delivery is ... | |
| mother care after birth of puppies | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: My Weimaraner had 6 puppies last night. She seems fine and the puppies are all fine. However, my ... A: If she's panting and still nesting, that could be a sign. Contractions and bleeding is common, did ... | |
| Solid white blue heeler | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: I have had a litter of australian heeler pups and after they have all changed to blue or red i have ... A: Did you witness the breeding? Is there any reason to indicate that there are two sire's to this ... | |
| dogs | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: my dam is now on her 5th day of pregnancy, could you give me some points to remember or advice on ... A: "Constantly barking at intruders" is she a protection or service dog? Otherwise that's just bad ... | |
| labour/delivery | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: my dog is in definate labour i took her temp and it read 98.5f at noon today is this normal ???? ... A: There is no reason to worry. Temperatures fluctuate. If your female is sleeping on the floor or ... | |
| Breeding my border collie | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a sable merle border collie bitch. What are the acceptable colors to breed her to? I know ... A: You want to check the lines of the male you choose and ensure that there are no merles back there. ... | |
| dogs | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: my dam is now on her 5th day of pregnancy, could you give me some points to remember or advice on ... A: You can start by ensuring she's on a good quality kibble. Some people think that puppy food is good ... | |
| whelping pomaranian | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: My dog gave birth to a puppy at 1:30 am this morning. Only 1 puppy, her and the puppy are doing ... A: That's an awful long time between pups, typically it's 2 - 3 hours. If she's not panting or in ... | |
| Shih-Tzu Pre-Labor | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a couple of questions regarding my pregnant Shih-Tzu. Her temperature has been fluctuating ... A: Do you know the temp of this female when she's not pregnant? Was she sitting in the sun or on a ... | |
| never been in heat | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: i have a akc/ckc reg female red/white piebald mini doxie that is 2yrs and she has never came into ... A: Silent or split heats are common, but after 2 years, I'm certain you would have noticed something. ... | |
| chihuahua whelping | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: My chihuahua had two puppies about three hours ago. she was cleaning and nursing her babies just ... A: Is your female a first time mother? Sometimes before the "nurturing gene" a female will reject and ... | |
| Heat cycle after whelping | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: How long after having puppies do most dogs come in season? My golden retriever had puppies in June ... A: If your female comes into heat every 6 months (whatever here cycle was prior 5, 6 7 etc.), then she ... | |
| Pregant bitch has a hernia | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: Hey, my bitch (Lhaso Apso)had sex with one of my other dogs (Lhaso Apso)but the bitch has an herina, ... A: It depends if it is a inguinal (groin) or umbilical (navel) hernia. In a inguinal hernia the bulge ... | |
| dog breeding | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: my 2 year old English bull terrier is on her 13th day of bleeding which has done straw coulored,will ... A: Have you tried putting the dogs together? Honestly, Mother Nature will tell you when she's ready. ... | |
| Mother moving puppies | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: Our bullmastiff recently gave birth to a litter of 9 puppies but one was stillborn and 2 died ... A: She's letting you know she's doesn't feel that the pups are safe where they are. But you have to ... | |
| my whelping Boxer emergency | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: My boxer had a puppy at 3:40 pm and it was dead. Now it is almost 8:00pm and she has not had ... A: Try getting you female up and walking. Take her for a spin around the yard. The next pup could be ... | |
| dogs tieing | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I am having trouble getting my Shih tzu to tie with a stud. He is 5 years and my dog is 3. She is a ... A: Trying sitting on the ground with your female straddled across your lap. Bring the male around to ... | |
| Dog sizes acceptable for whelping? | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a female 5lb yorkie/Chihuahua mix a a 10lb Registered Maltese. Is he too large to breed her? ... A: I KNOW you're not telling me you are trying to breed two puppies together. 8 months is to young for ... | |
| Newborn chihuahuas and Mom | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: My question is My 3 1/2 yr old Chihuahua (Co Co) Had 3 pups on October 19th. I followed up with a ... A: Just keep doing what you are doing. You're female's milk should have come down by now, if not, try ... | |
| feeding | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: i have another question for you my mal had 6 puppies last thursday night just the past couple of ... A: That's not enough to sustain herself and her pups. Take the chicken away completely until she eats ... | |
| advice on pregnant dog | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I am scared, I just found out that my dog is pregnant and she only has like maybe a week to go. I ... A: So she came into season in August and again recently. That doesn't seem quite right. You may ... | |
| advice on pregnant dog | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I am scared, I just found out that my dog is pregnant and she only has like maybe a week to go. I ... A: Your female should have no problem whelping Yorkie pups. You want to start her on a good quality ... | |
| shih tzu panting after whelping | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: my shih tzu gave birth Friday night 10/24/08 to a litter of 5 and today is sunday and i notice she ... A: You don't want it too warm because pups can't regulate their temperature and can overheat and become ... | |
| strange heat cycle | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: sorry to bother you as i seen your details on the website i have a female rottie called loui and i ... A: Marty -- At three here heats should be pretty consistent. Inside dogs tend to go longer between ... | |
| strange heat cycle | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: sorry to bother you as i seen your details on the website i have a female rottie called loui and i ... A: No bother, that's why were here to answer questions. How old is your female? What is her diet? Is ... | |
| my mals had pups | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: my female mal just gave birth (2 days ago)to 6 healthy pups, h | |