breeding

[tootz4317]

how close can you breed puppies from the same family?

[Trinitie]

Surely you're not planning on breeding dogs that are related to each other?

[BMDLuver]

I would assume that the OP is asking about Line Breeding? I would suggest you consult your vet about this as both dogs should have a thorough checkup prior to considering breeding. Also, take a look on petfinder.com and see how many unwanted dogs there are in this world. :sad:

[heidiho]

I am sorry but that is a sick question,are u jokin..................

[MIA]

Some breeders "line breed" which is breeding closely related dogs BUT they are very experienced in genetics and KNOW what they are doing, if you don't know what you are doing I don't suggest doing it.... If not done incorrectly puppies can end up with serious health issues as well as deformities.

[Beetlecat]

Technically, domestic dogs will forget family ties and breed with any dog in the vacinity, but that doesn't mean it's healthy for them. Wild animals will only very rarely (if they have no other choice to continue the species) mate with family members. Cheetahs are one example and they are utterly plagued with health problems.

Considering how close the genetics of dogs (even between breeds) can be, (since all dogs belong to the the same species and many breeds have been heavily inbreed). It's really impossible to say how related is too related. And line breeding is somewhat common so the genetics have to be known very far down the line as the two dogs to be bred could share other relatives.

Interbreeding is usually done to 'set' a breed with a particular type so that it breeds true, but it also introduces many undisirable attributes, often involving conformation and health. A breeder has to be prepared to accept this and even well planned breedings between fully papered and health checked parents can go badly.

[Prin]

You're not planning on breeding puppies are you?

[doggy lover]

Is ther not Linebreeding and Inbreeding, with inbreeding being mother-son, brother-sister, or father-daughter which is the worse breeding. Linebreeding would be more grandparent-grandchild, or cousins and so on. These breedings are done in all animals, including cattle, and horses. If you are getting a dog from a breeder the further apart they are related the better.

[StaceyB]

What is your reason for this type of question, what are you planning?

[Trinitie]

Okay, wait. Before we all get out of hand, me included, it crossed my mind that maybe they're asking because they know someone who's planning on breeding.

Let's not jump to any conclusions.

Tootz - what's up? We're all curious as to why you'd ask this strange question.

[Writing4Fun]

I agree. Looking at Tootz's previous posts, it sounds like she might be questioning the breeder she got her schnauzer from. Please let us know, Tootz.