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Originally Posted by BakersDozen  You know, this is a very good point....whelping is always a risk, no matter the size or age. Makes more sense to evaulate each girl personally, instead of applying an arbitrary number. (Although I do have to admit that I have limits in my mind) For example, a seven pound girl may have a very small pelvis and not suitable for breeding at all. On the other hand, a five pound girl may be built perfectly for whelping and have no trouble. Or a six year old may do fine, while a two year old may not be a good mommy. It's good to remember that there are other factors involved besides the numbers. |
very good point indeed!
I have seen some very young bitches that should not be bred. I also know of a person who lives like 20 min from me who is breeding her 3lb yorkie and it makes me sick! That would be like me breeding my lil Lillie, I just could not even fathom it!
Baby is built very nice, she had such a great whelping. And I know all the risk and if I didnt think she was up for it, then I would not put her through it. I really think diet and exercise is the key here. We walk Baby and the others almost everyday! Hubby also takes Baby on runs, she LOVES to run while he rides the bike! You should see her running while he is on the bike, she enjoys it so much!
I know I have said it once, but I feed all my babies a holistic diet, so with the exercise and her diet, she is really a very healthy girl! She still plays just like a 1 yr old would play! I know my girl better then anyone.
