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A female in our breeding program is
never bred more often than every other
heat. She is over two years of age
before she is considered for our
breeding program. A female Standard
Poodle under two years of age is not
mentally or physically mature enough to
be bred. We do not breed a female who is over 7
years of age. A female over 7 years old
may have age-related complications
during whelping. Our Poodles never have
more than three litters in their
lifetime.
Prior to Breeding:
Vaccinations: A female Poodle
that is going to be bred is
brought up to date on all vaccinations
in order that she can pass along maximum
protection (immunity) from disease to
her puppies. The stud dog must also be
up to date on his vaccinations.
Parasite Control:
The
female Poodle to be bred is wormed prior to breeding.
Throughout the female's lifetime, we use
a safe product to eliminate all
external parasites. Internal and
external parasites will prevent a female
from providing maximum nutrition and
immunity to her puppies thereby putting
the puppies' survival at risk.
Physical Condition:
Any Poodle in our breeding program must
be in
excellent physical condition. Physical
condition (well
muscled and in proper weight) is
necessary in the female Poodle to enable
her to whelp naturally and easily. Prior
to breeding the female is tested for
brucellosis (a highly contagious
venereal disease). Females carrying the
brucellosis bacteria may abort their
litters or deliver dead puppies.
We are proud to share pictures and
information on the Standard Poodles
currently in, or anticipated to be in,
our breeding program. If you would like
any additional information on our
Poodles,
our breeding program, or standard
poodles in general,
please contact us. We are always
happy to talk "dogs."
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