How to Breed a Poodle Mix

Secure an unfixed purebred poodle. There are several ways to go about doing this: If you own an unfixed poodle, your search is already over. If not, you will need to contact local poodle breeders. Make sure the dog you choose is in good health and has desirable physical, social and mental qualities. Save yourself some trouble and have a qualified third party assess the dogs you'll breed before you actively breed them.

Secure an unfixed purebred dog of the desired breed. If you already own the dog you want to breed with the poodle, yours is simply a task of ensuring that the two dogs are of opposite gender. If you do not already possess the dog you want to breed with the poodle, contact local breeders. As before, let a pro determine whether a prospect dog is physically and mentally healthy.

Make an agreement with the breeder(s) involved. Be sure to talk about when the dogs will breed, where the mating will occur, who will cover any potential medical costs, who will care for the puppies and who will receive ownership of the puppies. Prepare the agreement in simple terms on paper if you desire.

Wait for the female to go into estrus. She will exhibit a swollen vulva and a have a bloody discharge.

Bring the female to the male dog on her eleventh day of estrus. Place them in a room together and allow them time to get to know one another. If the female seems nervous, speak calmly to her. Eventually, the male will mount the female. If the male has never mated before, you may have to guide him into the correct position. They will remain stuck together for up to 30 minutes. Do not try separate them.

Wait 24 to 48 hours and allow the animals to mate for a second time.

Take the female to the vet for a blood test to determine whether or not she is pregnant. If she is not, you will have to wait until her next heat. If she is, you will need to ensure appropriate prenatal care.

Ensure that the female receives a good diet and proper veterinary attention for the 57 to 65 days of her pregnancy. You may notice that she is more irritable and has less energy than usual. This is normal.

Allow the female to choose her birthing place once labor begins. Even if you had a location planned, it will be less stressful to let her go where she wants.

Lay down plenty of newspaper and towels in the birthing area.

Avoid interfering with the labor. While you may be present, you should not have to do anything unless there is a complication.

Move the female and her puppies to the chosen location after labor has concluded.