Breeder research

Dog breeding data and research

Reference data compiled from peer-reviewed veterinary studies and verified program sources. Each dataset is cross-checked against primary sources so you can trust the numbers when making breeding decisions.

Whelping data

Dog breed C-section rates and litter size

Documented C-section rates and average litter size across 140+ breeds, drawn from peer-reviewed veterinary population studies.

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Health testing

Pre-breeding health testing by breed

What CHIC requires, estimated testing costs, and hip and elbow dysplasia prevalence data for 42 popular breeds.

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