During my many years working in veterinary medicine, I couldnt begin to count the number of times I handled upset owners whose dogs were bleeding. Others would tell me they thought their dog was menstruating. In a way, they werent that far off. What

Raising a litter of puppies can be a tremendously fun and rewarding project, but also one that requires a great commitment of time and patience. Before you undertake the process of raising a litter of puppies you must ask yourself if you have the tim

The companionship of a beautiful and intelligent dog can be a priceless gift. Sharing in the experience of procreation with your special female pet can also be a bond building experience for a dog breeder. TO BREED OR NOT TO BREED Professional dog br

The first thing to consider when breeding your dog is to ask yourself why you are doing so. These are some of the common reasons heard in a veterinary clinic: It is a purebred and I want to make some money - Dont hold your breath on this one. So ofte

Your dog is giving birth in the middle of the night. Regardless of whether it was a planned pregnancy or the result of a neighborhood traveling salesman, the mother and puppies deserve the best care possible. To start off, make sure the mother is in

This article is based upon the assumption your dogs pregnancy was planned. If so, you know the actual dates of breeding and calculate the due date accordingly. The normal gestation period for a dog is 63 days. This time period can be from the first o

The pet population is already running out of control. Millions of pets reside just in the United States, and there arent enough families for all of them to live well. Thats why you need to think carefully about whether youre actually going to go thro

When choosing a dog as a family pet, do not overlook the large dog breeds. Some big dogs are very gentle, patient, clean, and make faithful companions for all family members. The important message is to research breeds thoroughly to ensure that the m