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01-16-2008, 10:56 AM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Owensboro, KY
Posts: 4
| Just wanted to say and learn more about breeding Hello everyone I am new to the site and I just wanted to say hello. My name is Eve. I have a wonderful little Yorkie named Tinkerbell. She is a year old. I was hoping to breed her but am reconsidering because because she has 2 umbilical hernias. One hernia is kinda of large but the other was almost nonexistent. I believe it is gone now. They are bi-lateral. The thing is one vet said that if I get them fixed that I should have no problem breeding her. Then we saw another vet the next time we went in for vaccinations and she said that she wouldn't do it. Then I also hear that they can be passed on when she has pups. Anybody have any opinion/suggestions? Thanks for the help __________________ Eve Austin Baker
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01-16-2008, 11:35 AM | #2 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: HOT, HOT, HOT AZ
Posts: 3,150
| In most cases the hernias are genetic. Not to say that if they are fixed, she cant be bred or successfully whelp a litter, but why pass on the trait. Welcome to YT!!! You will find a boatload of info here!!! |
01-16-2008, 06:38 PM | #3 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Florida
Posts: 1,455
| Welcome to YT Eve. Concerning your girl, you definitely shouldn't breed her knowing about these. Wouldn't want to pass on a defect. Also, for her physically I'm sure there are risks involved. I suggest that you rethink your first breeding. Females should be 18 months or on second heat. Starting with a good foundation according to the standard set forth by YTCA, health and genetic testing is important. One won't regret these steps and potentials owners will thank you for a healthy puppy. Stay around, post and ask questions. Best Wishes Susan |
01-19-2008, 02:20 PM | #4 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Owensboro, KY
Posts: 4
| Thanks I am thinking that I will probably not breed now for sure. I don't want to risk her health and would want happy healthly puppies. I have always heard not to breed them when it is the first heat but didn't know for sure. Thanks for all the great info and I am sure I will have plenty more to come.
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01-20-2008, 11:37 AM | #5 |
YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Minnesota
Posts: 307
| I agree, do not breed her. Welcome to YT |
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