What is the earliest age at which you should breed a female? How should you house brood females and stud dogs? What routine testing or veterinary care should be provided over a female or stud dog’s breeding life? A review of common practices and recommendations from reproduction veterinarians will help you make informed decisions in your breeding program. 

About Dr. Peggy Root Kustritz

Peggy Root Kustritz, DVM, PhD, DACT, recently retired after working nearly 40 years at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine as professor of small-animal reproduction and assistant dean of education. After graduating from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 1987, she worked in small-animal private practice for several years, then returned to the university to complete a residency in theriogenology. She became board-certified in theriogenology in 1994 and completed a doctorate degree in theriogenology in 1995. Dr. Root Kustritz is the author of several books about small-animal theriogenology written for veterinarians and for dog breeders, including “The Dog Breeder’s Guide to Successful Breeding and Health Management.”

Additional Resources for Dog Breeders    

At Pro Club, we aim to offer valuable resources for professional dog breeders like you. Explore our collection of webinars, articles, and video series designed to support your professional breeding program, like “TCI Retrospective Study Reveals Breeding Insights”, our latest webinar from Dr. Joshua Trumble.