Breeders and Breeding
Whether you are seeking a puppy, or are considering showing and/or breeding your dog, please take the time to check out the Articles we have online.
If you are seeking a puppy, remember that WHERE you buy your pup is as important as what puppy you buy! A good breeder is an important part of a successful dog/owner relationship. A good breeder will be there to support you through your dogs lifetime, and will always be available for help and information.
These articles will help you learn more about what makes a breeder a GOOD breeder, and some of the things you can do to be sure your breeder is a reputable one!
If you are considering getting involved in showing purebred dogs, be sure and read the articles on Breeding, Mentors, AND Choosing a puppy! Its more work technically to choose a show potential pup than a pet one, and you will need all the help and assistance and mentoring you can get!
When you buy a puppy, you need to know the breeder you are buying from is educated about the breed. Regardless of whether you are seeking a pet, or show potential puppy, there are basic questions you should ask any breeder, and they should know the answers to.
When choosing a breeder, ask the following questions:
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Why do you breed?
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Do you show your dogs?
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What can you tell me about your dogs lines?
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Tell me about your dogs temperament?
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How often do you breed your dogs?
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Do you sell on contracts, or have any requirements of the buyer?
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How long have you been breeding?
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Do you take responsibility for all the dogs you produce?
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What are your qualifications to sell 'show puppies'?
Check our other pages for more info on finding a reputable breeder.
If you are considering breeding your dog, remember, breeding is a huge responsibility, and is not to be taken lightly. There are many things to think about before you breed your dog. It isn't as easy as putting two dogs together, and then reaping the benefits - there are many responsibilities involved in being an ethical breeder. There are risks involved as well...
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Can you take responsibility for ALL the pups you produce?
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If someone who buys one of your pups cannot keep it, will you take it back?
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If a puppy you breed is unhealthy, are you willing to replace it?
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Are you willing to risk losing your pet during the whelping of your litter?
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Are you prepared for the cost of emergancy treatment if needed?
Please read on to learn about being a GOOD breeder - there are so many bad, and mediocre breeders out there, why join them? If you are going to breed, get a mentor, and be a REPUTABLE breeder!
Responsible Breeding
http://communities.msn.com/ShowBoxers/responsiblebreeding.msnw
Responsible Breeder vs Backyard Breeder
http://groups.msn.com/ShowBoxers/reputablebreedervsbyb.msnw
What is a Reputable Breeder?
http://groups.msn.com/ShowBoxers/whatisareputablebreeder.msnw
The Importance of Finding a Mentor
http://groups.msn.com/ShowBoxers/findingamentor.msnw
Red Flags Anyone?
http://groups.msn.com/ShowBoxers/redflagsanyone.msnw
BOXER COLOR AND BREEDING
Brindle X Brindle = Brindle and Fawn Puppies
Fawn X Brindle = Brindle and Fawn Puppies
Fawn X Fawn = All Fawn Puppies
Degrees of flashiness and white puppies depends on the markings of the sire and dam.
Also, Visit these OUTSIDE links, to these GREAT - MUST READ - Articles about Breeding and Showing:
The Ins and Outs of Pedigree Analysis, Genetic Diversity and Genetic Disease Control
http://www.siriusdog.com/bell.htm
The Tragic loss of Bloodlines and Mentoring in America
http://www.caninechronicle.com/features/hawke/hawke-802.html
Finding a Responsible Breeder
http://members.tripod.com/antique_fcr/goodbreeder.html
