breeding ban

[georgieboi09]

how old do kc registered dogs have to be before the breeding ban is lifted

[amonty1144]

I am not aware of a breeding ban from the KC, please be more specific. there is an upper age limit and a restriction on the number of litters per bitch for responsible breeders. Also a breeder can place a restriction on pedigrees to prvent breeding, is that what you meant?

[georgieboi09]

yes sorry thats what i ment

[sheribee]

Hi x i work for a animal rescue charity and sadly so many dogs come through the doors needing good homes not by their own fault.
Please think very carefully about breeding your animal, there are too many dogs out there already.
Most good breeders will place a lifelong breeding ban on their puppies, for this exact reason.
If you do breed your animal. and do this correctly then there is no profit to be made, the kc website will tell you this.

[kita1]

You have to go back to the breeder and ask them to lift the 'endorsement' that they placed on the pedigree certificate.

They will usually want to know that you have done all the health tests for your particular breed, that the dog has turned into a good example of the breed, that you have researched thoroughly the breed standard, will choose a good/reputable stud dog and that you have potential homes booked for all the puppies resulting.

Then and only then will they consider lifting the ban on you breeding from your girl.

If you think the breeder is being unreasonable then you can apply to the Kennel Club to have the endorsement lifted.

[lankeela]

Provided you were aware of the endorsement when you purchased the puppy and the breeder has it in writing that you agreed, then there is nothing you can do to get the endorsement removed. I endorse all my puppies and will not lift them unless the dog turns out to be worthy of being bred from (in my opinion and to my high standards) and has had all the necessary health checks done, and I feel the owner wants to breed for the right reason and not just because they think it is a money getting game.
Pups cannot be KC registered unless the mother is over twelve months when mated, and under eight years old when the litter is born. Some breeds have their own recommendations such as the bitch being over two years old or having had at least two seasons. This is not a KC requirement but if you are a member of a breed club and it is in their rules then you could be thrown out of the club for not adhering to it.

There are lots of reasons why a breeder might put an endorsment on, health being one, or too many puppies in the breed, an inherited fault or a fault that goes against the breed standard, such as a non standard colour. If people intend to breed they should make it clear to the breeder so they get a puppy suitable for breeding.

[georgieboi09]

thank you all very much for answering my question