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- Average Litter Size of Basset Fauve de Bretagne
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Basset Fauve de Bretagne Will Have
- How Big Will a Basset Fauve de Bretagne Puppy Get?
- How Long is a Basset Fauve de Bretagne Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Basset Fauve de Bretagne
- Conclusion on Basset Fauve de Bretagne Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 9 different Basset Fauve de Bretagne birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can have is 5 puppies. Also, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 8 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Basset Fauve de Bretagne Will Have
Basset Fauve de Bretagne Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Basset Fauve de Bretagne will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Basset Fauve de Bretagne is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Basset Fauve de Bretagne litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Basset Fauve de Bretagne will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Basset Fauve de Bretagne
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Basset Fauve de Bretagne will have if your Basset Fauve de Bretagne gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Basset Fauve de Bretagne. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Basset Fauve de Bretagne at different ages. This table applies to a Basset Fauve de Bretagne that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 3 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 4 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 5 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 6 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 7 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 8 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 9 | 3 puppies | 0 to 7 puppies |
How Big Will a Basset Fauve de Bretagne Puppy Get?
A Basset Fauve de Bretagne puppy will grow up to weigh around 25 to 35 pounds. . Furthermore, a Basset Fauve de Bretagne puppy will grow up to be 12 to 15 inches. .
Learn more about Basset Fauve de Bretagne weight and how big Basset Fauve de Bretagnes grow here
How Long is a Basset Fauve de Bretagne Pregnant?
Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Basset Fauve de Bretagne conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Basset Fauve de Bretagne for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Basset Fauve de Bretagne
To ensure that your Basset Fauve de Bretagne successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Basset Fauve de Bretagne well: A good diet will ensure that your Basset Fauve de Bretagne has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Basset Fauve de Bretagne is in good health: Ensure you take your Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Basset Fauve de Bretagne gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Basset Fauve de Bretagne is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Basset Fauve de Bretagne Litter Size
Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can have 5 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Basset Fauve de Bretagne will have depends on factors such as the age of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Basset Fauve de Bretagnes the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Basset Fauve de Bretagne. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Basset Fauve de Bretagne gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Basset Fauve de Bretagnes in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.
