puppies

elvislover

Hello
Can anyone tell me if i insure my two chi !!!!!es and decide to breed them next year weather the insurance will cover any problems they might have while having there pups ' I have been told that they sometimes need a c-section so would the insurance cover this sort of an operation or would it not .
Thanks in advance :beer:

UKTigerlily

Hi, generally no it won't, though I have been told that there's a policy which will after they have a first litter with no problems, some breeders on here may know. I won't even bother with the lecture on breeding!

sarabe

Here is a breeding FAQ http://www.k9web.com/dog-faqs/

The answer might be there. If it isn't there is loads of other useful info though.

Personally, insured or not I wouldn't risk the wellbeing of my dogs to let them reproduce. I guess you are aware of the risks if you are asking about insurance.

foreign_correspondent

no, insurance does not cover any breeding costs, or complications that arise from breeding, pregnancy or whelping.

Bear in mind that as well as the vetinary costs of any complications may incur, if your dog does need a C section, which I am told is common in Chi's, it may well ba at eleven o'clock at night (the b1tch will not wait for the vets to be open!) so you will be facing additional costs for out of hours surgery...

So in response to your question, no, insurance will not cover costs associalted with breeding, but I suggest you insure your dogs anyway if money is a factor.

Mely

I personally decided not to let my Chihuahua have puppies (had her spayed), due to the numerous complications that this breed can have when having pups. And as FC has already said you may be in for additional costs if a c section is needed, or the vet has to be called out due to complications. Also bare in mind the risk of losing one of your dogs due to complications, and also the puppies are very very delicate and can have problems even after a few weeks of birth.
The pups also shouldnt be rehomed untill they are 13 wks old due to their size etc. Please think very carefully indeed, as this type of dog isnt easy to breed!

Raksha

Further to the insurance covering any costs or breeding (which it doesn't look as if they will from what other's have said).

Are you prepared to be a responsible breeder and take back any pups which can't be kept by their purchaser for the life of that pup? Are you prepared to keep these pups longer than 13 weeks because you can't sell them? Have you done all the necessary health checks on both sire and dam? And are they the best possible representations of their breed? Do any weaknesses on one side get compensated by the strong points on the other parent? Do you have an experienced Chi breeder ready to mentor you through the process?

elvislover

Thank you everyone for your reply's
This is something that i have wanted to do for the past 20 years and i have finally got the time and the room to do it . My children are grown i have three beautiful chihuahua's 2 girls and have just bought a little boy 'It's not something that i would do without a lot of thought ' My good friend breeds mini poodles and she will guide me through any problems at the begining and is on hand anytime i may need her .
My dogs have all been vet checked and are very much loved by myself and my family .So i would never put my precious dogs at risk . But surley if like some say they would not risk there dogs to reproduce ' there would be no chihuahua's for you to buy ' Someone has to breed these beautiful little dogs for you to be able to own one .
If as you all say that i won't be able to insure then i may set up an account just in case i need help from my vet
All your reply's were very much apreciated thanks

foreign_correspondent

.. don't worry, there is no imminent shortage of dogs, in fact last year we had about 8,000 more dogs than there were homes for in the UK - as a result these dogs were put to sleep.

Also, please be aware, there is always a risk with breeding, and I believe especially so with your breed!

sarabe

Vet checked isn't enough for breeding dogs. OFA Cardiac, OFA Patella and CERF eye testing are recommended for Chihuahuas.


In a report just out, the Associate Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (AGPAW) recommends that breeders provide a veterinary certificate confirming that the dog’s parents have been screened for health defects prior to mating.


Puppies should be sold with a full family medical history to alert new owners to the risk of genetic disorders and all future sales must be accompanied by a contract stating that the dog’s parents have undergone health checks before breeding to ensure puppies are born free from genetic disorders.

Frugalista

sarabe wrote: »

Vet checked isn't enough for breeding dogs. OFA Cardiac, OFA Patella and CERF eye testing are recommended for Chihuahuas.

Whilst I totally agree with the above it should be pointed out that the OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) and CERF (Canine Eye Registration Foundation) are both American organisations. In the UK it would be the BVA (British Veterinary Association) who would be the relevant organisation.

sarabe wrote: »

In a report just out, the Associate Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (AGPAW) recommends that breeders provide a veterinary certificate confirming that the dog’s parents have been screened for health defects prior to mating.

Puppies should be sold with a full family medical history to alert new owners to the risk of genetic disorders and all future sales must be accompanied by a contract stating that the dog’s parents have undergone health checks before breeding to ensure puppies are born free from genetic disorders.

In my experience reputable, responsible breeders who only breed from health tested stock, are happy to provide copies of the parents documentation in with the puppy packs (if requested by the puppy buyer). Certainly, when females from overseas use UK stud dogs, copies of the relevant health tests must be submitted to the appropriate countries Kennel Club before a mating takes place (in my breed, anyway).

OP, I assume you have copies of the parents health status??

sarabe

Frugalista wrote: »

Whilst I totally agree with the above it should be pointed out that the OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) and CERF (Canine Eye Registration Foundation) are both American organisations. In the UK it would be the BVA (British Veterinary Association) who would be the relevant organisation.

Oops sorry. I don't claim to know anything about Chihuahuas. I googled it.