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Dog Breeding Fundamentals Bundle


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Purchase for $149

Want to know a little more about the course? Breeding is exciting and challenging. Part art, part science, and total devotion, AKC is here to support you on this amazing journey with courses covering a variety of topics such as canine anatomy, selection, pedigrees, genetics, and health testing.

The Dog Breeding Fundamentals program takes a practical, step-by-step, self-paced approach for dog breeders in a comprehensive program with the "need to know" information. After completing each topic-focused module, you will receive a digital badge, points toward the course leaderboard, and a printable certificate of exam completion. Breeders can also earn CEUs towards their Bred with H.E.A.R.T. or Breeder of Merit credentials.

In our dedicated discussion forums, you can connect with other breeders, ask and answer questions on specific topics, share your experiences, and learn from others. Additional resources from Royal Canin, AKC Breeder Toolkit, and AKC Government Relations are provided to guide you on your breeding journey, and our Watch & Learn section contains an ever-growing library of Breeder Advice and Legacy Breeder videos that will help encourage and enlighten you on achieving great success within your breeding program.

 

Here is the course outline:

1. Before You Begin

Welcome to the course!

2. Canine Anatomy

A three-part series examining structure & balance, the dog's body , and dog movement.

3. Canine Genetics

A primer on genetic concepts, linkage, and polygenic traits.

4. Breeding Systems

An overview of different breeding systems.

5. Selection

Information on breeding values, stock selection and how to start a breeding program.

6. Pedigrees

Understand the information contained in a pedigree and how to use it.

7. Genetic Defects and Health

Learn about different modes of inheritance and the effects of inbreeding.

8. Health Testing Basics

Explore the ins and outs of canine health testing and how breeders use this information to inform breeding decisions.

9. OPTIONAL Course Survey

We would love your feedback!

10. More Breeder Content

This content on Maternity, Nursery, Adult Dogs, Isolation/Quarantine, and Building a Kennel Run is sponsored by Royal Canin.

11. Watch & Learn

Enjoy videos, webinars, and other breeding content, such as Breeder Legacy, Breeder Advice, and Breeder to Breeder Symposium recordings.

12. AKC Breeder Toolkit Resources

Webinar recordings and helpful links.

13. AKC Government Relations Resources

Webinar recordings and helpful links.

Completion

The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:

Dog Breeding Fundamentals Program
Canine Pedigrees Exam Certificate
Breeding Systems Exam Certificate
Genetic Defects Health Exam Certificate
Canine Selection Exam Certificate
Canine Genetics Exam Certificate
Canine Anatomy Exam Certificate
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