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Originally Posted by txshopper73  Pm yorkierose and mardelin. They are show exhibitors that have been doing it for many years (40+). If I'm not mistaken, they do not advise to breed a bitch over the age of 2 (or was it 3, can't remember) because in toy breeds, their pubic bones will set and during labor, the bitch will have a harder time passing the pups.
Like I said, pm them...I can't remember the exact wording but I know that I've seen it posted many times here. |
Not 2 years....boy our breeding time span for a female would almost be nothing since rule says not before 18 months or their 2nd Season. The age is 3 for a first time litter. Just like any other female waiting too late can pose issues since the bones in the reproductive area have set. Not saying it can't be done, but would I, NO. Wouldn't take the chance, it can put your female in a dangerous position of not having an easy whelp. Of course, welping puppies in any case is not a walk in the park.
Why do you see so many Show Females out there at a young age with their owner's attempting to get them Championed Quick? This is the reason and the fact as soon as they are bred, they cut down coat, but primarily to breed them before the age of 3.