When is it okay to replace a dog that has passed? Is there such a thing as too soon? As a breeder how do you assess your buyers and whether or not they are ready despite what they may be telling you?

This episode discusses the ins and outs of assessing grieving buyers, the two different types of grieving buyers and what to look out for when working with them.

As you move to full-time dog breeding there's a transition time when you have too many dogs to have a full-time job, but your dogs aren't paying your bills yet...when that happens, it helps to look for a side hustle that complements dog breeding.

In today's episode we discuss five side hustles that complement dog breeding. Enjoy!

In this episode we discuss oops litters, what they are, where you might go wrong with managing them, and what to do about it.

Please enjoy this satirical episode. 

If vaccines work, why do puppies get parvo? How are the puppies protected from mom? Can I titer instead?

There are lots of questions about vaccines and immunity, in this episode we discuss vaccines, passive immunity, the window of susceptibility, and the controversy that exists with vaccine schedules.

Can I confess?



I used to feel so much tension with veterinarians. I always felt like they were judging me for being a breeder, or making me feel like I wasn’t able to understand medical things, and, WORST, making my buyers feel like they got a lemon from me.



It wasn’t until later that I took the time to step into their shoes, understand their struggles, and find a balance with them. 



In this episode we talk about the tension that often exists between breeders and veterinarians, and then things to look for when finding a veterinarian.

Some people never dream of owning their own stud and others think of it as the only way. Let's dive into stud dog ownership and if it's right for you!

If I had to do it all over, I would change some things, I'm not even sure I would've chose German Shorthairs, but I do love them now.

If you are looking to breed or add a second breed, selecting the right breed for you will make all the difference.

In today's episode we discuss 3 Criteria for Selecting Your Breed.

Did you use any of these in your selection process?