I would read alot about breeding.Talk to reputable Yorkie breeders. Make sure your girl is a good representation of the breed and make sure she doesnt have any health issues(patellas, hips, liver shunts, collapsing trachea,etc) before you ever breed her. I would check out her background to see what size of dogs are there and what health issues they might have had. then you will have to do the same with the stud dog. The stud does not always have to be smaller than the bitch. You just need to know what is behind the dogs you are wanting to breed together.Of course, I would never breed a 10 lb dog to a 4 lbs girl. But a 6 lb boy to a 5 lb girl is fine. Also, I would never breed a bitch that is under 5 lbs. Its too risky and puts her life in jepardy. Also, a bitch should be at least 18 months old to be bred. Then you have to ask yourself the question: Do I want to put my girls life on the line just so I can give puppies to my relatives?
Lots of things to think about!! |