Siberian huskies are known for being smart and compassionate.The process of breeding huskies involves finding healthy dogs who are registered with a kennel club, determining when the female is fertile, and caring for the husky pups.huskies are a serious undertaking and should not be taken lightly.
Step 1: Wait until the girl is 2 years old.
Female dogs take longer to mature than males.huskies are not ready to breed until they are 2 years old or older.She will have her second heat cycle before you breed her.Her body isn't mature enough for breeding at that time, so she'll probably have her first heat cycle at 5 to 7 months.After about 6 months, male dogs are mature.
Step 2: Females with a calm and nurturing temperament can be bred.
The bitch needs to carry the puppies to term and care for them when they are young in order for the stud dog to perform one job.A calm female dog is more likely to be a good mother.A female with an aggressive temperament can result in puppies that are not healthy.
Step 3: Both dogs need to be registered with a club.
If you want to maintain a pure husky line, both dogs should be registered with one of the clubs.The puppies must be registered with the same club in order to be eligible for registration.If you want to learn about potential health problems or temperament issues, research the bloodlines of both dogs.Try using words like "husky" and "breeding husky" in your search.You can find more information at http://siberian-husky-bloodlines.seppalasleddogs.com.
Step 4: 4 weeks before breeding, have a vet perform a physical on both dogs.
The veterinary check-up for both dogs should be done about a month before breeding begins.Make sure they're free from parasites by getting them up-to-date on vaccinations.They should be screened for a disease that can cause infertility.Asking the vet to screen both dogs for evidence of hip dysplasia is a good idea.The bitch should not be overweight.
Step 5: Both dogs should have their eyes checked.
huskies have genetic disorders of the eyes.It is important to have your dog's eyes checked at least once a year.Prior to breeding, have a screening done on both dogs.
Step 6: The female dog goes into heat.
The first period of your dog's heat cycle is known as proestrus.During proestrus, your dog may bleed, but she won't accept a mate.You dog will move into the second period of her heat cycle after around 9 days.Your dog will be fertile during estrus, which lasts about 9 days.If you don't know if your dog is in heat, you should bring him to the vet.
Step 7: After the female enters the estrus portion of her cycle, get the dogs.
Between the 10th and 14th day after the beginning of her heat cycle is the most fertile time for dogs.Every other day you can bring the dogs together to have sex.The ideal window is 5-9 days.Females are more comfortable in new environments than males.The bitch is usually brought to the stud.
Step 8: She should be kept away from other male dogs.
She may become pregnant with their puppies if she is allowed to be around other male dogs.Keep her away from all other male dogs after you have sex with her.
Step 9: Once she starts showing signs of being pregnant, take her to the vet.
Increased appetite, weight gain, and enlarged nipples are signs of a pregnant husky.It is possible to spot them as early as 3 weeks after breeding.If your dog is pregnant after about 28 days, you can bring it to the vet.If you're pregnant, your vet will use a variety of diagnostic tools.Dogs will show these symptoms if they are not pregnant.
Step 10: After a full season after a baby is born, try to breed the female again.
In 2 consecutive seasons, female huskies should not be bred.If thePregnancy was not viable, wait a full heat season before trying to breed her againThere is a heat season that comes about every 6 months.It is difficult to have a baby on your dog's body.She needs time to recover from her injuries.
Step 11: Feed your dog at least twice a day.
During the first part of her pregnancy, a healthy bitch can eat a normal diet.Her food intake can be increased gradually.For the next 5 to 6 weeks, keep her food intake the same.She should increase her food intake after the sixth week.She should be eating 35 to 50% more food by the time she gives birth.She should be fed at least twice daily.It's better to feed her 3 times a day.Adding an additional source of food to a pregnant dog's diet is recommended by some breeders.Providing small, frequent meals to your pregnant dog can make her feel more comfortable.
Step 12: A whelping box should be prepared.
A place that is warm, dry, quiet, and separate from other dogs is what you should choose.The box should have low sides.She will get used to the area if she is brought into the box every day.Make sure the time spent in the box is positive for her.Make a box in advance so that your dog has time to get used to it.Purchase a whelping box, build one from wood, or use a large plastic container.
Step 13: The puppies will arrive after 63 days of being pregnant.
The uterus lasts about 63 days.Get some supplies when the puppies arrive.Paper towels for cleaning the whelping box, a heating pad for the puppies, dental floss, and Sharp scissors are some things you may need.
Step 14: Before she gives birth, line the box with the newspaper.
At the time of the birth, you may want to line the box with newspapers so that it can be changed several times a day.You can switch to towels or other soft materials after a few days.They need to be changed about once a day.
Step 15: The first signs of labor should be observed.
A few days before she is ready to give birth, your bitch may stop eating.Your bitch should have a body temperature of around 99 F by the time you give birth.Her cervix will dilate during the first stage of labor.She may be distressed or confused when contractions begin.She might be panting, straining, or moving restlessly.The stage lasts 6 to 18 hours.Your dog should build her birthing nest in the whelping box you provided.
Step 16: Her water will break and she will be in labor.
The second and final stage of her labor is signaled when her water breaks.The water is straw-colored.She will go into labor very soon after her water breaks.Once labor begins, puppies will appear every thirty minutes or so.Labor lasts about 4 hours.Most dogs will give birth on their own.
Step 17: Know when to get in touch with a vet.
In most cases, mother dogs will give birth on their own.In case of an emergency, you should have your veterinarians phone number and local emergency animal clinic number.If the mother is in pain, contact your vet.The mother is in labor for more than 45 minutes.The delivery of puppies takes more than two hours.The dog is cold.The dog is collapsing.A bloody fluid comes out before the birth of a puppy.After the first puppy, the mother shows no signs of labor.
Step 18: Make sure the mother cleans the pups.
The pup should be able to breathe, chew the cord, and lick the dog's face if it is removed from its face.You may need to intervene if she doesn't do any of these things.Remove the puppy from the sac membrane by tearing it near his head.There is mucus in the puppy's mouth and nose.Rub the puppy all over to wake it up.Use dental floss to tie the cord.The cord should be cut away from the abdomen on the far side of the knot with sharp scissors.To prevent infections, treat the cut with iodine.
Step 19: As soon as the puppies are born, let them nurse.
This is important for the puppies because they can take newborn milk with them.Colostrum helps the puppies fight infections.The puppies should be weighed after birth and every other day for the first 2 weeks.They should increase their weight with every weigh-in.
Step 20: The puppies should be kept warm.
Puppies can't maintain their own body temperature.For the first 5 days, keep the area between 85 and 90 F.The temperature can be reduced to 80 F over the next 5 days.You can bring the temperature down to 75 F after 4 weeks.
Step 21: Puppies need to eat every 2 hours for the first week.
They may need to eat more frequently after the first week because growth will start increasing rapidly.It's a good sign that they're developing well.Puppies should be transitioned to solid food after 4 weeks.
Step 22: Find a good home for the puppies.
People buy puppies without realizing how much time and attention they need.Ensure that your puppy is treated well by the new owner.Interview potential puppy-owners to find out about their lifestyle, and whether or not they seem up to the responsibility of raising a husky.To make sure they have a suitable space, perform a home visit.To make sure they don't have a history of animal neglect or abuse, get their driver's license number and do a background check.