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breeding

19 17:08:30

Question
can i breed my female with her brother from another litter

Answer
You should never consider breeding relatives - inbreeding is poor breeding practice and produces substandard and sometimes problem dogs - genetic issues, poor conformation, health issues, etc.  Why would you want to would be my question?  Breeding takes a lot of knowledge, a lot of money if done properly, and there are thousands of homeless and needy dachshunds out there wanting a home.  Rescues are full.  If you must breed, find an unrelated dog.  But remember the sad and abused and homeless dogs too!