Male dogs are mature after about 6 months.

Using a female with an aggressive temperament can result in unhealthy or aggressive puppies.

Both dogs need to be registered with the same club in order for the puppies to be eligible for registration. Only purebred dogs can be registered with the AKC. Research the bloodlines of both dogs to learn about potential health problems or temperament issues. Try running a Google search using key words like “husky bloodlines” and “breeding husky bloodlines. " You can also visit http://siberian-husky-bloodlines. seppalasleddogs. com/index. htm.

It’s also a good idea to ask the vet to screen both dogs for evidence of hip dysplasia. The bitch should have good muscle tone and should not be overweight.

If you think your dog might be in heat but you are not sure, bring the dog in to see the vet.

The ideal mating window lasts about 5-9 days. Females are generally more comfortable in new environments than males. For this reason, the dog is usually brought to the stud.

Sometimes dogs will show these symptoms when they are not pregnant.

Pregnancy is difficult on your dog’s body. For her own safety and the safety of future puppies, she needs time to recover.

Feed her at least twice daily – morning and night. It’s better to feed her 3 times a day – morning, noon, and evening. [10] X Trustworthy Source American Kennel Club The American Kennel Club (AKC) is a purebred dog pedigree registry in the United States. The AKC advocates for the responsible ownership of dogs and promotes purebred dog events, such as the Westminster Dog Show. Go to source Some breeders recommend adding an additional protein source to your pregnant dog’s diet, such as evaporated milk, eggs, meat, or liver. Providing small, frequent meals can help your pregnant dog feel more comfortable.

Create a whelping box well in advance, so that your dog has time to get used to it. You can purchase a whelping box, build one from wood, or repurpose a large plastic container.

Newspaper for bedding Bath mats or towels for bedding Towels for cleaning the puppies Paper towels for cleaning the whelping box Thermometer to check the bitch’s temperature Heating pad to keep puppies warm Dental floss (unwaxed) for tying the puppies umbilical cords Sharp scissors to cut the umbilical cord Iodine to clean the umbilical cord.

This stage usually lasts 6 to 18 hours. Ideally, your dog will build her birthing nest in the whelping box you provided.

Labor typically lasts about 4 hours. Most dogs will give birth easily without the need of human help.

The mother appears to be in extreme pain. The mother has powerful contractions for more than 45 minutes without the birth of a pup. More than two hours pass between the delivery of puppies. The mother dog is trembling or shivering. The mother dog collapses. A dark green or bloody fluid comes out before the birth of the first puppy. (After the first puppy, this is OK. ) The mother shows no signs of labor 64 or more days after mating.

Tear the sac membrane near the puppy’s head, peel it backwards, and remove the puppy. Use a washcloth to remove mucus from the puppy’s mouth and nose. Then rub the puppy all over to stimulate breathing. Tie the umbilical cord using unwaxed dental floss. Use sharp scissors to cut the cord about 2 inches (5. 1 cm) away from the abdomen on the far side of the knot. Treat the cut with iodine to prevent infection.

It a good idea to weigh the puppies after birth and then every other day for the first 2 weeks. They should gain a little weight with every weigh-in.

Interview potential puppy-owners to find about their lifestyle, and whether or not they seem up to the responsibility of raising a husky. Perform a home visit to make sure they have a suitable space. Get their driver’s license number and do a background check to make sure they no have a history of animal neglect or abuse.