Dog Breeding Resources
Breeder Toolkit
As an experienced breeder, you balance litters, puppy buyers, titling, health testing and more. Find all your most-used resources in one place. Easily access AKC applications, manage your dog and litter records and much more.
Breeding 101
If you’re new to breeding, things can get a little overwhelming. Becoming an experienced and well-respected breeder takes time and commitment.
Getting Started
Once you have decided to become a breeder, it’s important to make sure you are prepared for your first breeding, first pregnancy, and first litter.
Popular resources
Responding to Potential Puppy Buyers
You carefully plan and raise each litter you breed. Here’s how to manage puppy inquiries and stay connected with puppy buyers.
Choosing Puppy Buyers
As a breeder, you put time and love into your litters, so it’s important that your puppies go to the very best homes.
Breeder of Merit
Open to all purebred dog breeders, our Breeder of Merit Program honors breeders who go above and beyond on health issues, temperament, and genetic screening, as well as to the individual care and placement of puppies in responsible homes.
Bred with H.E.A.R.T.
Showcase your commitment to health testing and continued education with our free program for breeders. Gain access to special breeder benefits when you enroll.
Registration
