German Shepherd Breeding: Tips for First Time Breeders
If you’re a first-time breeder it’s critical that you’re prepared as much as you can for your first litter.
German Shepherd breeding is a very challenging experience, but it can also be a rewarding one. The first thing you must know is that it’s very time-consuming. Beyond that, it’s labor-intensive and can even result in failed attempts, which can often be heartbreaking. You must have a true commitment and a lot of patience if you’re going to see it through. When done properly it will take months (if not years) of being organized and diligent planning before the actual breeding takes place. In addition, it’s going to be expensive. These facts aren’t meant to deter you from proceeding, they’re just the harsh reality of successful breeding. (more…)
The term “puppy mill” might as well be a dirty word. They are found in New Braunfels, San Antonio, and many other locations in the US. The truth is animal lovers should avoid supporting them at all cost. Every day, people interested in adopting a puppy are taken in by puppy mills. They believe they are purchasing pets from reputable dog breeders. These places where animals are mistreated and abused for profit continue to thrive. If no one adopted animals from these mills, then they would simply cease to exist. Here are some ways that you can tell if you are dealing with a puppy mill or a reputable breeder who has only the animal’s welfare in mind.