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Responsible Breeding Steps

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Prepare for Breeding Breed to improve Commitment Select Breeding Pair Know your genetics Arrange mating Perform health checks Bitch to come into season Mating takes place Signs of pregnancy Proper nutrition Signs of labor Whelping box Puppies are born Consult your veterinarian Keep puppies warm Orphaned puppies Register litter Wean puppies Find loving homes Register the puppy Commit to the puppies