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jeanief · 07-02-2007, 10:13 AM

I think there is a genetic factor with low blood sugar. It's not just the tinies that can have problems although they seem to have the most problems. If Nicky is throwing pups from different females with the same problems I myself would use him anymore. You could try the big female and see what happens but I don't like using a non-standard size bitch. You have to be really careful selling pups that are prone to low blood sugar( I'm sure you know that) . People that are gone to work and the pup is left alone and doesn't eat can come home to a real mess. Huge vet bills in the ER etc.... tinies are darling if they are healthy but a money pit and hearthbreak and stress if put in the hand of newbie pet owner. I think most people would prefer a bigger pup that they don't have to watch over 24/7. Way less stress for you too !

07-02-2007, 10:13 AM	#6
jeanief YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 307	I think there is a genetic factor with low blood sugar. It's not just the tinies that can have problems although they seem to have the most problems. If Nicky is throwing pups from different females with the same problems I myself would use him anymore. You could try the big female and see what happens but I don't like using a non-standard size bitch. You have to be really careful selling pups that are prone to low blood sugar( I'm sure you know that) . People that are gone to work and the pup is left alone and doesn't eat can come home to a real mess. Huge vet bills in the ER etc.... tinies are darling if they are healthy but a money pit and hearthbreak and stress if put in the hand of newbie pet owner. I think most people would prefer a bigger pup that they don't have to watch over 24/7. Way less stress for you too !