# Best Practices for the Welfare of Breeding Animals

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Podcast: [The Good Dog Pod](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-good-dog-pod-1264547)
Published: 2026-02-11T18:05:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.gooddog.com
Audio file: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/174aa38c-0366-4ecf-8252-3018913bdec4.mp3
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## Resource

What is the earliest age at which you should breed a female? How should you house brood females and stud dogs? What routine testing or veterinary care should be provided over a female or stud dog’s breeding life? Peggy Root Kustritz, DVM, PhD, DACT reviews common practices and recommendations from reproduction veterinarians to help you make informed decisions in your breeding program. Watch the video version of the presentation here .

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