 ready to breed
Most females are ready to breed by 18 months of age. Alot of it depends on the maturity of the dog. I she is still very puppish, wait until 2 years of age. How big is she? I will not breed a female that is 5 lbs or under. Is she a good specimen of the breed? (great silk and color, dead-level top-line, correct bite, champion blood-lines, etc) Do you know what her back-ground is and what they have produced? Was her mom a free whelper? And the big question: do you love her more than anything she can produce? Alot of medical problems can crop up and you might loose her. Can you live with yourself if she dies???? I am assuming you have never bred a litter before. Lots to think about. Hope this helps, Lynn |