Responsible breeding guides
Breeding dogs responsibly: health testing, genetics, the law in four countries, raising and socializing a litter and placing puppies in the right homes.
How to Become a Responsible Dog Breeder: A Practical Guide
What responsible dog breeding involves: breed knowledge, health testing, mentors, breed clubs, planning a litter, raising puppies and choosing good homes.
10 August 2026
Raising and Socializing a Litter: A Breeder's Week-by-Week Guide
How to raise and socialize a litter from birth to going home: the stages of puppy development, what to introduce and when, weaning, and when to call your vet.
14 September 2026
Dog Breeding Licenses in the US, UK, Canada and Australia
When you need a dog breeding license or registration in the US, UK, Canada and Australia, what inspections look at, and a checklist for your first litter.
2 September 2026
Health Testing Before Breeding: A Breeder's Guide
The main health tests for breeding dogs (hips, elbows, eyes, heart and DNA), how to find the tests your breed needs and how to use the results to plan pairings.
21 August 2026