Hello. To begin studding your dog, you should first consult with your Vet. Have health clearances done on him such as brucellosis, have him tested for liver shunt and have his patellas examined. Your Vet, if well informed, will present you with a number of tests you can have done. I am in Rhode Island too. I have one female who will be ready to breed in Jan/Feb and I am adding another female to the family this upcoming Fall. Keep in touch, if you would like...is your male AKC? have a pedigree? Let me know...email me at
eye2eye763@hotmail.com
Thanks,
Eddy
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