Rufnit Kennels Braque du Bourbonnais – Breeding, Whelping & Raising Time Line
Rufnit Kennels, LLC
“Breeding, Whelping & Raising” Time Line:
When dam goes into heat, the sire and dam receive a health clearance by a licensed Veterinarian
* dam has a vaginal smear/progesterone test
* usually between 10 and 15 days, the sire is introduced to the dam which results in the 1st mating.
* 2nd mating takes place 2 to 3 days following the 1st mating
* 3rd mating takes place 2 to 3 days following the 2nd mating
* dam is started on vitamins
Thirty days following the 3rd mating, dam has health check and ultrasound by a licensed Veterinarian
Puppies are whelped ~63 days following mating’s
* birth times, lengths, weights, sex and markings are logged
* whelping box/puppy areas are continuously cleaned (located in living room)
At three days old, puppies receive their 1st health check with a licensed Veterinarian
* tails are docked (unless natually short tail / tailless or being exported to country that doesn’t allow)
* weights logged daily
* whelping box/puppy areas are continuously cleaned (located in living room)
Dam has a health check and pelvic by a licensed Veterinarian, following the whelping of the puppies
At one week, homes are contacted and put on notice for the selection process
* tails and cord are continuously checked for signs of irritation
* bowel and bladder excretions are supervised for any changes
* weights logged daily
* whelping box/puppy areas are continuously cleaned (located in living room)
At two weeks, puppies receive their 2nd health check with a licensed Veterinarian and 1st de-worming
* eye drops are administered, as eyes open (to ensure no infections)
* weights logged daily
* whelping box/puppy areas are continuously cleaned (located in living room)
* human interaction takes place several times a day
At three weeks, puppies environment is expanded to outside the whelping box (other areas of the house)
* weights logged daily
* whelping box/puppy areas are continuously cleaned (located in living room)
* human interaction continues to take place several times daily
At four weeks, puppies receive their 3rd health check with a licensed Veterinarian and 2nd de-worming
* paper/potty training begins
* puppies expand their areas in the house
* puppies are exposed to the field (as weather permits)
* weights logged daily
* whelping box/puppy areas are continuously cleaned (located in living room)
* human interaction continues to take place several times daily
At five weeks, puppies begin the weaning process
* house training expands
* introduction to water/wading (as weather permits)
* field exposure expands (as weather permits)
* introduction to quail/chukar
* weights logged daily
* whelping box/puppy areas are continuously cleaned (located in living room)
* human interaction continues to take place several times daily
At six weeks, puppies receive their 4th health check with a licensed Veterinarian, 3rd de-worming, 1st set of puppy shots and an ID Microchip
* puppies are free to roam selected areas of the house
* introduction to the noise of .22 blank shots during field work
* increase quail/chukar exposure
* expand distance and time in field (as weather permits)
* expand water exposure and depth (as weather permits)
* crate familiarization begins
* tentative transportation arrangements to permanent homes are setup
* weights logged daily
* crates wiped out/puppy areas continuously cleaned (located in living room)
* human interaction continues to take place several times daily
At seven weeks, transportation is verified
* transportation crates are purchased and set up so puppies become familiar with them prior to departing
* paperwork is received from NAVHDA and verified
* puppies are free to roam selected areas of the house
* continued exposure to the noise of .22 blank shots during field work
* increase quail/chukar exposure
* field/water exposure is continued (as weather permits)
* field distance and time is expanded (as weather permits)
* weights logged daily
* crates wiped out/puppy areas continuously cleaned (located in living room)
* human interaction continues to take place several times daily
At eight weeks, puppies receive their 5th health check and pre-flight health certificate * flights and travel arrangements are confirmed
* puppies are free to roam selected areas of the house
* continued exposure to the noise of .22 blank shots during field work
* increase quail/chukar exposure
* field/water exposure is continued (as weather permits)
* weights logged daily
* crates wiped out/puppy areas continuously cleaned (located in living room)
* human interaction continues to take place several times daily
* puppies are transported to the airlines
The above time line ensures a well rounded companion. Puppies are under continuous supervision from whelping until they depart to their permanent homes. Bathing is administered as needed and bedding is washed daily. Food/water bowls are washed twice daily. Photos/short videos are taken as time allows. Email/phone communications with new families/individuals begins prior to breeding and continues minimally throughout the life of the Rufnit Companion.
- Upcoming Litters
- Puppy and Litter Info
- Comments & References
- Breeding, Whelping & Raising Time Line
- Vital Periods in Your Puppies Growth
- Rufnit Puppy Information
- What is a Reputable Breeder
- Pick A the Litter – by J.D. Wills
- The 10 Commandments From a Pet’s Standpoint
- To Reserve Your Braque du Bourbonnais
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Sole recipient of the prestigious
“Natural Ability Breeder Awards”
presented by NAVHDA for the
Braque du Bourbonnais
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Producing…
the FIRST litters of
Naturally Short Tailed/Tailless
Braque du Bourbonnais’
in North America
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| Rufnit Kennels, LLC is honored to be recognized and supported by the Club du Braque du Bourbonnais (breed club in the country of origin – FRANCE) |
There are many reputable breeders of fine upland hunting dogs throughout North America. Unfortunately in this business like so many others, the buyer needs to be aware. Make sure that the puppy comes from a line of dogs that have good health credentials. There should be a good history in the pedigree of dogs that perform in the field (field trials, hunt tests, etc.). As a rule, avoid “backyard breeders.” Leave the art and science of breeding to the breeders experienced with the breed and have produced proven progeny. Take the time to make contacts and see if there are any consistent problems reported about the particular breeder you have selected. NAVHDA (North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association) is the foundation registry and testing organization for the Braque du Bourbonnais in North America. We sell to only responsible owners and utilize the “Breeding Restriction” registration offered by the registries. Rufnit Kennels assumes a lifetime responsibility for the canine lives we place on this earth. We require the dog/pup be returned to Rufnit Kennels should a situation arise and a dog/puppy need to be relocated.
Remember that the least expensive part of the cost of a dog is its initial price. Vet bills, feeding, kenneling, training etc. are what really cost the most. Our advice: Do your research, you and your companion will benefit in the long run.
License #KN744
Rufnit Kennels, LLC BdB * C/O Shari Stueck * 5900 Saltillo Road * Lincoln NE 68516-9209 * (402) 423-0995 or (402) 560-8652