1) WHO is the stud?
--CH Coedwig's Malachite, RN, HS. "Rocky"
2) WHAT am I looking to improve?
-- We all breed for a reason. We breed to improve (hopefully) upon what we have currently. I am hoping to improve: rear angles, I'd like to see shorter hocks, reduce the amount of turn out in the front, increase bone, and reduce the length of the pasterns.
3) WHAT will I get for sure?
-- Goodness only knows. I DO know that I will have only brindle pointed black puppies. Rocky doesn't carry tan, and since brindle trumps tan, I'll have a litter of brindle pointed black kids.
4) WHEN will the breeding take place?
-- Sedona is due in season any time between 1/29-2/5. Given that information, she would be due to whelp in early to mid April, depending upon when she's actually bred.
5) WHY did I chose the stud I chose?
-- Rocky has produced consistently better than himself, and has produced CONSISTENTLY. I like what he has produced in each of his litters.
6) HOW will this breeding occur?
--Sedona will be artificially inseminated here in Arizona. Rather than taking the chance of having Sedona stressed during a trip to be bred, I thought it would be best for her to stay home and do it via artificial insemination. When I did the number crunching, the cost was relatively close (shipping semen vs shipping the dog).
So there you have it. I'm excited and scared about diving into the realm of breeding. I think Sedona will be a great momma-dog and I can't wait to share the experience with all who care to follow our adventure!
