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Originally Posted by bjh

I would have to agree with Dee that is probably does not make too much difference. You can have whelping problems with either. I feel that the problem with short bodied bitches is that if they are carrying a large litter then I would be much more concerned with over crowding in the womb and a ruptured uterus. I have noticed in the show ring that many of the bitches are slightly longer in body. Of course in breeding you want to achieve balance so in selecting a mate for a longer bodied bitch you would want to go with a male that is more balanced.

Thanks so much Barbara I would be concerned with a short bodied too as I don't think my Weezie or sofie could ever carry the 6 puppies her mother did. As far as the balance then I hopefully have that male with the balance for Sage??? Still learning tho Hugs Lee