Pre-Owned Dog Breeding: A complete reference book (Paperback)
Overview
This pre-owned paperback is a practical, single-volume reference for anyone working with dog reproduction, from planning mating to raising healthy puppies. Previously published under the title Breeding Is a Bitch, the book concentrates on real-world animal husbandry: nutrition for breeding stock and neonates, timing and management of matings, artificial reproductive techniques, and identification and treatment of genital and pregnancy-related disorders. It also gives step-by-step coverage of whelping, dystocia management and caesarean indications, lactation and neonatal disease control, parasite prevention, and strategies to improve fertility and puppy survival. Clear, clinical-focused content makes it useful to hobby breeders, shelter staff, veterinary technicians and colony managers seeking actionable guidance rather than academic theory.
Key Features
- Paperback edition — previously published under the title 'Breeding Is a Bitch' (pre-owned condition varies by copy).
- Scope covers breeding management and timing, artificial reproductive techniques, and reproductive physiology.
- Clinical chapters on pregnancy, whelping, dystocia, caesarean section, lactation and neonatal disease control.
- Practical guidance on fertility problems, reproductive efficiency, parasite control and routine preventative health.
- Content geared toward applied animal husbandry and colony management rather than purely academic theory.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comprehensive coverage of the entire reproductive cycle: mating, pregnancy, whelping, lactation and neonatal care.
- Practical focus on hands-on management—dystocia recognition, caesarean decision-making and neonatal survival strategies.
- Includes disease and parasite control, improving long-term reproductive efficiency and colony health planning.
- Good single-resource reference for non-specialists: breeders, shelter teams and vet technicians can use it day-to-day.
Cons
- Pre-owned condition may show wear—cover scuffs, annotations or shelf wear can be present depending on the copy.
- Likely not fully up to date on the newest assisted-reproductive technologies and the latest peer-reviewed research.
- Paperback format is less durable for heavy use in clinical or kennel environments.
- Not a substitute for hands-on veterinary training when dealing with surgical emergencies or complex fertility cases.
Recommendations
- Hobby and small-scale dog breeders who want a single reference for planning matings, whelping and early puppy care.
- Shelter and rescue staff managing litters or large groups of breeding-age dogs who need pragmatic husbandry guidance.
- Veterinary technicians and veterinary students seeking a compact practical supplement to clinical training.
- Colony managers and breeders aiming to reduce neonatal mortality and improve routine preventative health protocols.
Price Comparison & Trends
The 'Pre-Owned Dog Breeding: A Complete Reference Book' is currently available at Walmart for $31.70, the lowest price found for this title. Over the past 30 days, there has been no price fluctuation, indicating a stable pricing trend with no potential savings from shopping around. Despite its fixed price, the book has recently been added to 1 wishlist on LMK.today, suggesting a growing interest among pet enthusiasts and breeders. With the popularity on the rise, now may be the optimal time to purchase this reference book before demand drives prices up. As it stands, shoppers will find no discounts elsewhere, making Walmart the sole retailer for this title at the moment.
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