Would you breed YOUR dog?

[iBaman]

Originally Posted by Andaka

I don't know what state you are in, but I don't believe that the law is that you have to neuter him at 4 months of age. They law is usually written that 4 months is the age for a raies shot, and that any dog over 4 months o***e counta as an adult for dog count (kennel licenseing) purposes. It would be better if he here neutered at a latter age.

Also, I'm not sure if this was answered, but in Nevada, at 4 months they have to be speutered, or you pay a fine. They let us wait until Sheldon's testicles dropped (which was at about 4.5 months). But really, I don't see any problems with doing it that early...he's about 6.5 months now, and he's filling out great. He's still got a little bit of a puppy face, but once again, he's only 6.5 months old.

[vicky2200]

I considered breeding Ditto. She is beautiful, well tempered, and smart. Her appearance does not meet breed standard. She is taller than a female should be ( slightly taller than a male) and has rare markings. However, I was still 100% sure I was going to breed her. She is a great dog! But I decided to spay her about 1.5 years ago. Part of me is sad and part of me is happy. If I were able to breed a dog right now I would definitely choose her.

[kitmcd]

I was considering. Her lineage is excellent and so far temperament is fabulous. Have been told by a judge (used to judge Westminster shows) that her confirmation is spot on.

Have a couple people wanting me to breed with their WGSD males who also have great personalities and lineage. My kids are also begging. However, I would be the one with a litter to care for and Isa would be the one going through pregnancy and possible complications.

She will be old enough in a month. Think I will bite the bullet, do it, and have the waffling over.

[Tankin]

I would never do it personally...however if my breeder (Von Grunheide) said she would like to use him for her breeding program, absolutely.

[jprice103]

Nope. First of all, she is spayed, so there is no way... But even if she weren't...she has too many issues to ever consider breeding her! But she is perfect for me, and I love her!!

[Pepper311]

Well if the dog population was not out of control. I might. Since I am not a breeder and my dog has no pedigree. No I would never breed her she is fixed. Our pit bull would have turned out some great pups with the right bitch but too many unwanted pits in the world. He's 11 year fixed and never bred. But he really was a stub in his day.

[tank101]

Nope(one oopsy littler happened with my moms dog and I am NOT proud of it)!! I dont have a gsd but I won't breed my labs if I could(both fixed)

Tank-Came from a BYB who my cousin got then my cousin abused him. he has aggression issues, panic attacks,bad hips and not the best health.

Bentley- He came from the pound with un-known history. He has an Show quality body with the field lab type head. So he is un-proportioned but I love him

mae-she is my moms dog and did have an oopsie litter before we got her spayed. The male that got her was a pure-bred English setter was/is a breeding dog. I didn't get to see his pedigree but He was a beautiful dog and the pups were adorable. I would NEVER do it again.

My grandpa's used to breed beagles and it takes lots of money. For health clearances,going to shows and or hunt tests ect.. I just wouldnt have the time or the money to do it. When I get a GSD will I..nope. I will leave it to the professionals.

[GSDkid]

Based on temperament. I would but I'm sure there are many owners out there that would say the same. But my girl is spayed so there's no way that's going to happen.

[LindaDwyer]

I am a buyer not a breeder. To many animals wind up in shelters and be put to sleep just because they have no home. I will not add to the problem. And if I ever did breed I'd be so fussy where my pups went I'd wind up keeping them all. My shepherd has a long line of champions in her background but I didn't even register her with AKC I have all the paperwork but I"m not breeding or showing and she can't read so no need for papers. She will be a year old this month and I plan on having her spayed at 18 months. Have all those little girl parts taken out so NO babies for her

[Draugr]

Originally Posted by iBaman

Also, I'm not sure if this was answered, but in Nevada, at 4 months they have to be speutered, or you pay a fine. They let us wait until Sheldon's testicles dropped (which was at about 4.5 months). But really, I don't see any problems with doing it that early...he's about 6.5 months now, and he's filling out great. He's still got a little bit of a puppy face, but once again, he's only 6.5 months old.

There aren't any state-level MSN laws on the books. Everything is at a county/municipal level. It's probably something to do with the county or city you live in.