This Book - offers helpful information on how to start off, nutrition and animal husbandry
Breeding management including determining optimal time of breeding and artificial reproductive techniques
It comprehensively covers genital diseases, pregnancy, whelping, lactation, dystocia, caesarean section, fertility problems, reproductive efficiency, neonatal disease and puppy survival
Routine preventative health measures, parasite control and various matters and conditions relating to the keeping of dogs and large dog colonies
Practical basic and advanced genetics for dog breeders is comprehensively covered
John M Page- USA
I have been a breeder of Havanese dogs since 1999. What I would have done to have such a comprehensive book on becoming a breeder, caring for my dogs, understanding the whole reproduction cycle and genetics involved, pregnancy issues that could arise, photos of how to whelp puppies instead of just worded instructions, and how to care for newborn puppies. Dr. De Cramer even shares information regarding internal and external parasites and possible health concerns to watch out for. It is very helpful that there are plenty of photos that show what the condition may be that your dog may be experiencing What I have learned either from my vets, my own reading and my own mistakes and successes, Dr. De Cramer has put into a concise and thorough book. I will be keeping this "treasure" close at hand even now to use as a reference book. I would suggest this book as a must for every breeder that is starting out and as a great resource for even the seasoned breeder.
