The Self-Interview
Before you get started, stage a little self-interview for yourself. Having puppies is a lot of fun, but there’s a lot to think about. Are you ready?
- Do I love puppies?
- Do I love my dog and love her temperament?
- Would a puppy who grew up to be just like my dog – health, temperament and all – make another family happy?
- Is my dog in great health and at low risk for genetic diseases?
- Is my dog fit enough to go through the natural strains of pregnancy, labor and motherhood?
- Am I prepared to take care of all the puppies if I can’t find them homes?
- Am I ready to visit the vet several times in the next few months?
- Am I willing to bring more puppies into the world when millions of dogs are killed each year?
- Am I comfortable with cleaning up mountains of puppy poop for a couple months?
- Do I have money I can invest in the upfront costs of breeding?
- Do I have a suitable place in my home for the puppies to grow up in?
- Do I have four months of time to dedicate to this?
- Are my job hours flexible enough to allow me to be home during the day?
- Can I get all the necessary supplies to care for my dog and her pups?
- How do I feel about hearing a chorus of little puppy sounds all day?
- How do I feel about giving countless puppy baths to keep them clean?
- Am I comfortable with interviewing families and finding the right ones for my puppies?
