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Breeder Education
Welcome to the French Bulldog Foundation of America's (FBDFA) Breeder Education page!
Key AKC Breeder Education Programs
From the AKC's breeder education overview, the programs focus on improving breeds with an emphasis on health, temperament, and responsible ownership.
Highlights include:
- Breeder of Merit Program: Recognizes committed breeders who meet specific criteria for health testing and education.
- AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Program: Promotes Health, Education, Accountability, Responsibility, and Tradition in breeding.
- Resources like webinars, videos, articles on dog breeding and health, newsletters, and guides (e.g., AKC’s Guide to Responsible Dog Breeding).
For more, visit AKC Breeder Education.
Online Courses
The AKC offers the following breeder-focused courses, all available online through Canine College. Most are free, self-paced, and suitable for beginners to experienced breeders. We've included details where available:
For the full list and enrollment, visit AKC Breeder Education Courses.
Why Educate with AKC and FBDFA?
Completing these courses supports FBDFA's mission by promoting verifiable health practices. We recommend combining AKC education with our LOH program for Diamond-level recognition. For French Bulldog-specific tips, check our Verified Breeder List or Health Resources.
If you're a breeder, join us as an affiliate or donate to support more education initiatives. Questions? Contact fbdfoundationamerica@gmail.com.
Online Courses
As a non-profit dedicated to the health and welfare of French Bulldogs, we encourage all breeders to prioritize ongoing education. The American Kennel Club (AKC) offers excellent online courses through their Breeder Education programs, which can help you enhance your knowledge in responsible breeding practices. These courses are accessible via AKC Canine College and are designed for breeders at various levels.
While not specific to French Bulldogs, these resources cover fundamentals that align with our Legacy of Health (LOH) program, emphasizing verifiable health testing, genetics, and ethical standards. Completing AKC courses can contribute to your professional development and may support applications for FBDFA recognitions.
Available Online Courses via AKC
Dog Breeding Fundamentals
Factors Affecting Breeder Success Webinar - What are the Best Choices for You?
Canine Breeder Excellence Seminar Series-October 2024
Designed for dog breeders, this self-paced course covers canine anatomy, selection, kennel management, and genetics. It includes insights from top breeders and judges, plus networking opportunities. Duration: Self-paced (not specified).
Cost: $59 (paid). Certificates/Benefits: Gain practical breeding knowledge; potential certificate upon
Designed for dog breeders, this self-paced course covers canine anatomy, selection, kennel management, and genetics. It includes insights from top breeders and judges, plus networking opportunities. Duration: Self-paced (not specified).
Cost: $59 (paid). Certificates/Benefits: Gain practical breeding knowledge; potential certificate upon completion.
Category: Paid, Beginner to Intermediate. Prerequisites: None.
Target Audience: Dog breeders seeking foundational skills.
Canine Breeder Excellence Seminar Series-October 2024
Factors Affecting Breeder Success Webinar - What are the Best Choices for You?
Canine Breeder Excellence Seminar Series-October 2024
This self-paced seminar series delivers, three 1-hour recorded webinars presented by leading experts.
Lexi Grillos, DMV – “Pharmacologic Do's and Don'ts in Canine Reproduction ”
- Pharmacologic do's and dont's in canine reproduction.
Erin Runcan, DVM, DACT – "You are What you Eat: The Importance of Nutrition in Breeding Dogs "
- The importanc
This self-paced seminar series delivers, three 1-hour recorded webinars presented by leading experts.
Lexi Grillos, DMV – “Pharmacologic Do's and Don'ts in Canine Reproduction ”
- Pharmacologic do's and dont's in canine reproduction.
Erin Runcan, DVM, DACT – "You are What you Eat: The Importance of Nutrition in Breeding Dogs "
- The importance of nutrition in breeding dogs.
Gail McRae, DVM, MS – “Navigating Progesterone Measurement and Supplementation”
- Navigating progesterone measurement and supplementation.
Currently, no CEUs are associated with this recorded webinar. Breeders looking for in-depth information on the topic of canine breeder excellence will find this information beneficial for their breeding program.
Factors Affecting Breeder Success Webinar - What are the Best Choices for You?
Factors Affecting Breeder Success Webinar - What are the Best Choices for You?
Factors Affecting Breeder Success Webinar - What are the Best Choices for You?
This webinar, presented by Dr. Gail McRae from OSU, explores key decisions in breeding, such as TCI versus surgical insemination (including outcomes) and in-house versus send-out progesterone testing.
It's ideal for breeders optimizing reproductive strategies. Cost: $30; Duration: Self-paced; No prerequisites;
Target: Intermediate breede
This webinar, presented by Dr. Gail McRae from OSU, explores key decisions in breeding, such as TCI versus surgical insemination (including outcomes) and in-house versus send-out progesterone testing.
It's ideal for breeders optimizing reproductive strategies. Cost: $30; Duration: Self-paced; No prerequisites;
Target: Intermediate breeders; Benefits: Practical insights, no certificate mentioned.
What to Expect When You’re Whelping
Factors Affecting Breeder Success Webinar - What are the Best Choices for You?
Factors Affecting Breeder Success Webinar - What are the Best Choices for You?
Webinar Led by Dr. Anum Ahmed from the University of Florida, this covers at-home whelping, puppy resuscitation, initial care, and recognizing dystocia.
Great for preparing for litters and ensuring safe deliveries. Cost: $30;
Duration: Self-paced; No prerequisites;
Target: Beginner to experienced breeders; Benefits: Hands-on health management tips.
Adult Dogs
Isolation and Quarantine
Adult Dogs
Focuses on care and management of adult dogs in breeding contexts.
Duration: Self-paced (not specified).
Cost: Free. Certificates/Benefits: Basic education on adult dog health.
Category: Free, Beginner. Prerequisites: None.
Target Audience: Breeders handling adult dogs.
Maternity
Isolation and Quarantine
Adult Dogs
Covers maternity care for breeding dogs (details limited). Duration: Self-paced (not specified).
Cost: Free.
Certificates/Benefits: Whelping and maternal health knowledge.
Category: Free, Beginner.
Prerequisites: None.
Target Audience: Breeders involved in whelping.
Nursury
Isolation and Quarantine
Isolation and Quarantine
Nursery Description: Nursery setup and puppy care basics (details limited). Duration: Self-paced (not specified).
Cost: Free.
Certificates/Benefits: Puppy rearing essentials.
Category: Free, Beginner.
Prerequisites: None.
Target Audience: Breeders raising litters.
Isolation and Quarantine
Isolation and Quarantine
Isolation and Quarantine
Best practices for isolating and quarantining dogs to prevent disease (details limited).
Duration: Self-paced (not specified).
Cost: Free.
Certificates/Benefits: Health management strategies.
Category: Free, Beginner. Prerequisites: None.
Target Audience: Breeders focused on biosecurity.