When talking about breeding, the number of times and how often can you breed your dog, you should be aware that they all depend on several factors.

Breeding a dog can be a healthy process that helps your dog lead an even healthier life and improve its growth. But, if done unadvisedly it could bring health risks and affect your dog’s overall health.

Apart from the topic we will describe thoroughly today, you should also inform yourself on when is the best time to breed your female dog, or your male dog too.

In this article, we will discuss all of them, and help you determine what intensity of breeding could be optimal for your dog.

So, let’s start!

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Dogs breathe fast from time to time, nothing new there. But the question many dog owners ask is if it’s something they should be worried about or not.

This article provides information about the dog’s respiratory system, normal and abnormal breathing and the possible causes behind the rapid breathing. Let’s get started!

Fast breathing is known as tachypnea, while shortness of breath or difficulty breathing is called dyspnea. These can affect any dog, no matter what breed or what age it is. In order to understand what comes into this category we have to begin by taking a look at how the respiratory system works and what the normal breathing rate is.

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Whether you want to breed your dog for business or in order to get a litter of puppies that will share your lovely dog’s genes, there are certain aspects you should research first.

Same as in humans, when it comes to mating and pregnancy the mating timing is everything. The right time when your pup should breed depends on several factors: sex, size, and age. When your dog enters in heat or reaches puberty, doesn’t mean it is ready to breed yet. So if you want to see your dog having a litter of healthy, beautiful puppies, inform yourself about WHEN you can start thinking about mating your pet, and when it should STOP breeding.

If you’re asking yourself “How old does your dog have to be to breed?” or “How old can a dog be to get pregnant?”, read on and you will find all the answers you need.

So let’s start!

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You want to breed your male dog but are a complete beginner in dog breeding, mating and having the litter of puppies. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

In this article we will go through your most frequent questions about male dog breeding problems, when should your dog start breeding, when it should stop mating and what can you expect from the whole process. When is he too young or too old? Read on, and you will discover what it takes to do before mating when being an owner of a male dog.

A lot of dog owners start thinking about whether they should spay their dogs, or breed them in order to have a litter of cute puppies. Some owners do it professionally, but others just want to have another little pup that is similar to their already beloved pet.

While it may sound easy, breeding your male dog also comes with certain responsibilities and duties. Though the perfect timing of mating depends on the female, the success of it is mostly connected to male dog’s fertility and overall health.

We will list out all the factors that you have to take in consideration before getting your dog into the mating world. So, let’s start!

Every dog owner loves his puppy and sees it as a part of the family, a real family member.

But, no matter how much care we offer our lovable companion, the end is inevitable, as dogs have a much shorter lifespan than people do. This is how things work and you should be at peace knowing that you did your best to offer your it a fulfilling, happy, and comfortable life.

So, in spite of the fact that it is unpleasant to think about the end, it is advisable to prepare for it in a timely manner. This is even more recommended if you have an old dog. 

You see, dogs will rarely just pass away without any warning. They can sense that the end is near so there will be noticeable changes in its behavior. Why should a dog owner know all these things?

Well, it is useful to be able to read your pet as you have the possibility to shorten its sufferance, especially if it is suffering from a severe illness. Having said all these, it is possible to euthanize your dog at home and allow it to have its forever sleep in a human manner, without letting it suffer any longer.

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However, what should a modern time dog owner opt for? In this guide we will give you both pros and cons on tail docking and ear cropping.

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Health insurance is really important to most of us as its purpose is to provide help in emergency situations.

In the dog world, pet insurance is the equivalent of health insurance.

But do they need it as much as we do? More precisely – is it worth it?

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Dog vaccination is a common topic amongst dog owners and many people debate over whether they should vaccinate the dog or not.

While this is a perfectly normal thing to ask yourself when it comes to some vaccines, the rabies vaccine should not be debatable.

Namely, this vaccine is considered a core vaccine and is even required by law.

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The purpose of dog vaccination is to protect the dog from various diseases.

However, just like with human vaccination, side effects are possible and fairly common.

In order to be prepared and know what to expect, read this article and get information both you and your dog will benefit from.

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Pugs are adorable and, for many, a favorite dog breed.

One of their main characteristics are their big eyes and skin folds.

However, every breed is prone to some health problems and pugs are no exception.

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