Breeding blue pit bulls takes preparation and care.
Blue pit bulls are usually very loyal, protective and loving pets. However, incorrect breeding practices can lead to bad temperament and aggression problems, which damage the reputation of the breed as well as make the puppies hard to home. To breed loving, happy blue pit bulls, close monitoring and control is essential.
Instructions
1. Determine if your blue pit bull is suitable for breeding. If possible, obtain her KC registration details and look for signs of illness that she could pass on to the new litter. Take your pit bull to your veterinarian and check that she is in good health and capable of carrying a litter without problems. Finally, consider your pit bull's temperament. While all pit bulls have an element of aggression in them, you should be able to trust and control your pit bull. If your pit bull has a bad temperament or is particularly aggressive either to humans or to other pets, do not breed her.
2. Search for a pit bull stud dog. Look for a dog with KC registration, if possible, and analyze him for signs of illness. Ask the owners about the dog's medical history, including recent examinations. If the stud dog has produced previous litters, ask about any problems and the health of the pups. Ask if you can contact the owner of the previous litter for additional information.
3. Spend some time with the potential father. This is important to gain an understanding of the dog's personality and temperament. Ideally, he should enjoy the company of humans and not display aggressive behavior. Pit bulls with a good temperament are likely to demand attention and interaction and should seem content. If the dog appears skittish or nervous, this could be an indication of a negative temperament and he should not be used as a stud.
4. Discuss contracts. Do the owners of the stud dog want a monetary payment or a puppy? Will you pay them if breeding is unsuccessful? Ensure the contract covers what will happen after the puppies have been born.
5. Introduce the pit bulls. Most pit bulls are capable of being aggressive, so closely observe and monitor the meeting. Do not simply trust the pit bulls not to fight each other, as the nature of pit bulls mean they may make this decision in a split second without warning. Introduce them in neutral territory if possible. Allow them to sniff each other, but be prepared with a bite stick and water spray in case a fight breaks out.
6. Allow the dogs to mate. Pit bulls usually mate without encouragement within a few hours of meeting a potential mate. Watch them closely at all times, even if they appear to have accepted each other. If one dog appears anxious or aggressive, consider splitting them up to allow them to calm down.
7. Book a veterinary appointment about a week after breeding has taken place. The vet will be able to tell you if the breeding was a success and advise you on help your dog through the pregnancy. The vet may be able to predict a due date for the puppies and arrange any scans or checkups needed during the pregnancy. Typically, pit bull gestation takes about nine weeks from the date of breeding. Litters usually contain between five and 10 pups.
8. Monitor your pit bull. Typically, pregnant pit bulls may have an increased appetite and begin to seek more attention about three weeks before the pups are due. You may also notice that her nipples become more pronounced or her vulva is beginning to swell. These are all signs that birth is imminent. Avoid introducing her to new people or animals, which could result in a fight, and try to keep her calm. Around two days before birth, your pit bull may refuse food and appear cold and fidgety.
9. Set up a whelping area two weeks before the puppies are due. It is not unusual for pit bulls to give birth a full week before they are due, so be prepared for this. Cover the area with soft towels and locate it away from humans and other pets, even if they appear to get along, as this could upset the mother during birth. Be sure to have a watch and notebook nearby in preparation for the actual birth.
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