[jenhenwood]

Thanks to everyone for the input. Here's a little more history. Delilah, prior to pregnancy a little over 3lbs and currently 4lbs with 2-3 weeks left in her pregnancy, came from a litter of five. Her mom and dad were both 4lbs. The breeder advised me not to have her spayed because she was small. She said Delilah's aunt hemorrhaged and died from the procedure. My vet said since she's had no infections and is unlikely to at her age so there's really no reason to spay her since she's been perfectly healthy.

Louis, is 7lbs, and came from a litter of five. His mom is 4lbs and his dad is 2 1/2 lbs. Three pups died when switched to kibble. Autopsies were completed and liver shunt was found. Bile tests were done on the remaining two puppies and they are happy and healthy dogs to this day.

My puppies aren't for sale. I am keeping one and giving one to my best friend if everything goes okay. I'm extremely worried but I don't want to take additional chances with Delilah to abort puppies when she and the puppies could be perfectly healthy. The puppies will be tested and my dogs won't have anymore puppies after this.

Should I spay my female or neuter my male? Is a c-section safer than natural birth? How do I know if something is going wrong with a natural delivery. These are important questions that I'm still trying to answer. I have seen two vets already. Looking for advise from people who have been through it already.

Thanks so much for everyone taking time to provide me with the additional insight I need. You're all great!