How to Choose a Dachshund for Breeding

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Decide what type of dachshund puppies you want to have. There are several different varieties of dachshunds; generally speaking, you'll want to breed two of the same type of dog together. You can choose from a mini or a full-sized variety, in either long-haired, short-haired or wire-haired coat.
Step 2:
Know all there is to know about the breed standard. Before you choose a dachshund for breeding, you must first understand what traits make a dachshund desirable. Each dog must not only look appealing according to the breed standard, but must also have a good temperament and personality. You want a dog that's gentle with children and able to follow commands easily. The more you know about the standard, the better your chances are of creating a litter of champions.
Step 3:
Find out what others are looking for. For breeding, you want to choose a dachshund that's going to produce a litter that others will find desirable. You can only do this by spending time at dog shows and talking to other dachshund owners and breeders.
Step 4:
Choose a champion. When it comes to finding a sire or bitch to breed to, a champion is ideal. This will not only help you sell your puppies, but is usually an indication of a superior bloodline.
Step 5:
Research the past. You should be able to trace each dog's pedigree back at least four generations. This will help you pinpoint any possible recessive genes that may cause problems for future litters.

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