Thinking about using a Cane Corso stud service? Before you do, learn the 8 considerations when choosing the best stud service.
What is a Stud Service?
A dog stud service helps ensure the highest standard of health for all puppies and should also improve the breed and its history.
A stud dog is a registered purebred, intact male dog (sire) used for mating. For the best results, studs should be sexually mature before breeding. For the Cane Corso or Italian Mastiff, this is around 2 years and typically offers the best fertility for successful mating.
Why Use a Stud Service?
Using a stud service for a female in heat (bitch or dam) is not the right decision for everyone.
Cane Corso stud services are typically used when the highest standards of health, temperament, and conformation are required for future training, show competition, or critical protection work. In these cases, the genetic makeup and lineage of the stud’s bloodline are critical for producing offspring with specific traits.
When breeding a female dog, it’s important to know the background of the male, especially if it’s not a dog you own. Before breeding, always know both dogs well to ensure a positive outcome when it comes to personality, health issues, or weaknesses the puppies may inherit.
When considering using a stud service, research kennel club registrations to track the:
- Bloodlines. The genetic history (from DNA) from generation-to-generation listing all traits and characteristics. Helps determine the quality and performance potential as well as any potential health issues.
- Pedigrees. The documented lineage of the dog (similar to a family tree) going back several generations.
- Achievements of the Corsi breed.
The Da Boyz Cane Corso studs are registered with both the AKC (American Kennel Club) and the ICCF Registry (International Cane Corso Federation) for our client’s complete peace of mind.
A Stud Service: How to Choose
If you’re thinking about using a Cane Corso stud service, below are the 8 critical considerations when choosing the best stud service.
Ask the owner of the prospective male stud for:
- Kennel Club Registration Papers.
- Proof of Pedigree for the bloodline.
- Copies of Health and Vaccination Records and a Veterinary Health Check.
- Stud testing results for common genetic diseases including:
~ Hip/Elbow Dysplasia.
~ Cardiac Evaluation.
~ Patellar Luxation.
In addition:
- Visit where the stud currently lives.
- Research the business itself and its history for any potential red flags.
- Ask lots of questions:
~ How long have you been breeding?
~ How long have you been involved with this breed?
~ Why do you love this breed?
~ Why do you breed?
~ What health issues should I know about this breed? - An authentic breeder should also have an established screening process for compatibility between the male and female. If introductions between the two dogs have not gone well, you may want to choose another stud.
Finally, once you’ve chosen a Stud Service, make sure you carefully review and sign a binding Stud Service Contract which should include a Health Guarantee/Warranty on the health and temperament of the puppies.
The Final Word
Always do your due diligence before deciding on a stud service or a breeder. The health, well-being, and quality of life of your Cane Corso depends upon it. Talk to experts in the Cane Corso niche as well as local kennel clubs to understand exactly what you’re getting into with this incredible, working breed.
Stay tuned to our monthly blog to learn how to keep your Corso healthy, well-exercised, mentally sharp and happy!
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From our top-quality Corso puppies to our top-of-the-line stud service, we only adhere to the highest standards for all of our dogs and clients.
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