Frequently Asked Questions

As a small breeding program, we only have one intact male on our property along with breeding age, intact females at a time. Each of our adult dogs are kept up to date on vaccinations, grooming, heartworm preventatives, and flea/tick medications as needed. We typically breed our females on their second heat cycle. It has been debated whether or not it is best for a female dogs’ health to continue to breed each cycle after their first. After much research we are of the belief that it is more healthy for the mothers if they have a litter back to back rather than every other heat. It has been shown that while a dog is in the prime age for carrying litters it is actually beneficial to their health for them to continue having them every heat cycle. Research has shown this practice can prevent the risk of mammary cancers and uterine diseases. Furthermore, it has been proven that if you wait to breed a female beyond the third heat cycle it can be detrimental to their health and should a dog become pregnant for the first time after age three, the likelihood of needing veterinary assistance to deliver the puppies safely would increase. Most females average five to six litters of various sizes without harm to their own health in their lifetimes. We ensure that only optimal dogs in a state of vitality are bred. We also take into account how much each female seems to enjoy motherhood.  Some girls thrive when raising puppies, while some simply don't seem to truly enjoy it. It is our goal first and foremost to be good stewards of these animals that bring such joy – ensuring every puppy and parent lives their best life possible.