The Dangers of “Popular Sire Syndrome”
There are many factors contributing to genetic integrity of our breed. But one of the most significant concerns is “Popular Sire Syndrome"
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Kitaco Kennels
Oct 9, 20232 min read
The Iceman Cometh
Say hi to our newest addition at Kitaco, Let Slip the Dogs of Warlaven. The Iceman, our long awaited smooth coat boy from Warlaven Kennels.
Kitaco Kennels
May 4, 20235 min read
BJ - The Inspirational Tale of a Runt Who Defied the Odds
63g, hairless, fragile and so small he could fit in the palm of a hand, BJ, it turned out, had a tenacious grip on life.
Kitaco Kennels
Jan 7, 20231 min read
Kitaco is the NZ Breeder of the Year... again
We are delighted to report that Kitaco has, for the 2nd year running, taken the Best Breeder of the Year (Chihuahua Long Coat).
Kitaco Kennels
Mar 1, 20224 min read
When your Chi needs a C-Section during a flood...
Pearl needed an emergency C-section in the middle of the devastating Aussie floods, but they were completely cut off by the rising water.
Kitaco Kennels
Jan 7, 20222 min read
Kitaco is the 2021 NZ LC Chi Breeder of the Year
We have been awarded the DogzOnline New Zealand 2021 Long Coat Chihuahua Breeder of the Year!
Kitaco Kennels
Dec 30, 20215 min read
Dem Bones - Kitaco now hip scoring all breeding dogs
The aim of hip scoring is to discover what our dogs have in store for them as they get older and to improve the hips of puppies to come
Kitaco Kennels
Dec 7, 20215 min read
Top 3 Reasons Not to Get a Puppy for Xmas
Here is what we would really like to tell people who contact us asking for a puppy for Christmas.
Kitaco Kennels
Nov 22, 20212 min read
Kitaco pups in La Trobe Uni study
ARG asked us to complete a survey about our breeding practices & we have now been invited to take part in the Phase 2 of their study
Kitaco Kennels
Nov 10, 20216 min read
Heartbreak of the One Ball Wonder
Of all the health outcomes we can't yet predict in breeding, Cryptorchidism, where a testicle fails to descend is the most heartbreaking
Kitaco Kennels
Oct 27, 20214 min read
The rise of AI (and we don't mean robots)
In this 2014 BBC article, UK Kennel Club Secretary, Caroline Kisko, claims that AI is the preserve of "good" breeders.
Kitaco Kennels
Sep 23, 20215 min read
Using EBVs because, well, Science...
EBVs ARE coming to dog breeding, and they will be the most useful and powerful tool breeders have ever had
Kitaco Kennels
Aug 29, 20215 min read
What's a Chihuahua Puppy Actually Worth?
The COVID pandemic has had many unintended consequences, the most worrying for us is the escalating price of Chihuahuas for sale on TradeMe
Kitaco Kennels
Aug 24, 20213 min read
What breeders of Merle Chihuahuas won't tell you
Merles are the newest trend to hit Chihuahuas with devastating consequences.
Kitaco Kennels
Aug 24, 20212 min read
The persisent myth of the Teacup Chihuahua
One of the most pervasive Chihuahua myths is the existence of the "teacup" Chihuahua.
Kitaco Kennels
Aug 18, 20216 min read
What’s the Best Age to Bring a New Puppy Home?
bringing home a puppy who is too young to leave their litter can affect how they react to the world for the rest of their life
Kitaco Kennels
Jun 25, 20212 min read
Study Proves DNA not CH Title is the Best Breeding Guide
"Breeding Winners to Winners and the Unhappy Results (Part 1)" by Dr Carmen L Battaglia, is the featured article in this month's Canine Chro
Kitaco Kennels
May 19, 20213 min read
DNA Testing for Cryptorchid Dogs is on the Horizon
Having a dog with one or both testicles retained (cryptorchidism) is one of the most common congenital defects in all purebred dogs, especia
Kitaco Kennels
Mar 31, 20214 min read
4 Years in NZ - A love letter to GR CH, GR JNR CH, CACIB, NZ CH Mystic Legion Narcissus
It was a harrowing time at the airport, 4 years ago today, while we waited for the freight people at Air NZ to bring out our very first...
Kitaco Kennels
Feb 19, 20212 min read
All Hail the Miracle Mother- Kaley
It all started Tuesday afternoon when Kaley had 2 beautiful Narci daughters. We did not, however, anticiapte what would happen next.
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