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Originally Posted by tangobango  What weight would all of you wonderful experts consider too small to breed? Thanks for your time, Leslie. |
Weight is relevant to bone structure. Under 5 pounds would be a bit risky. But, there are other factors that figure into this factor. Bone structure, does the female come from a line of free whelpers. Does she fit the measurements in the reproductive area; 2 fingers between the pelvic bone area; 3 between the anal opening and vaginal opening. Larger females can encounter problems too, but smaller ones have other factors to consider. How many puppies she'll concieve, if a larger litter, will she be able to carry them, etc. Size of male is irrelivant, you are more concerned, with the line he comes from, health, structure, temperament. What his sire has produced will help you decide if he's the right stud for the female.