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Draco · 05-25-2010, 11:53 AM

I co-own a stud Rough Collie where the breeder/handler arranges his breedings... I am GLAD to let her handle all of that. There is so much involved in breeding even a proven conformation Champion dog that it's hard to keep track of. And yes, the owner of the stud dog can absolutely claim first pick of the litter, it's very common.

Has Sadie been screened for inheritable issues known to the breed? Has Patch? You don't want to pass on detectable problems in the future. Honestly, were I in your shoes I would not breed her, I would have her fixed after her heat. Breeding correctly is a massive undertaking. To even reuse your terminology--breeding without full knowledge is how those 'hick' dogs come about.

05-25-2010, 11:53 AM	#11
Draco Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Minnesota Posts: 3,522 Rep: 79 Unique Rep: 35	I co-own a stud Rough Collie where the breeder/handler arranges his breedings... I am GLAD to let her handle all of that. There is so much involved in breeding even a proven conformation Champion dog that it's hard to keep track of. And yes, the owner of the stud dog can absolutely claim first pick of the litter, it's very common. Has Sadie been screened for inheritable issues known to the breed? Has Patch? You don't want to pass on detectable problems in the future. Honestly, were I in your shoes I would not breed her, I would have her fixed after her heat. Breeding correctly is a massive undertaking. To even reuse your terminology--breeding without full knowledge is how those 'hick' dogs come about. __________________ Training--the key to unlocking every dog's greatest potential. Have you unlocked your dog yet? Ash- CGC, RE, AXP, OJP Parker- CGC, RE Ion-CGC, Therapy Dog, RN, NA, NAJ Presto- work in progress! Calypso, Herding the Shepherd's Flock in Heaven May 17th, 1995-March 9th 2008.