My "mentor" used a stud and only one puppy was produced, years ago. This breeder told her that because there was only one puppy it wasn't considered a litter. I think that was based on the idea that if the breeder wanted pick of the litter then my "mentor's" female would have done all the work and my "mentor" would have nothing to show for it. She was told for it to be considered a litter there must be at least 2 puppies, also if only one puppy survives it is not considered a litter. If there was only one puppy there would be a second breeding for free. Now to be honest I think my "mentor" is a little whacky. Cause she makes it sound like if you pay a stud fee and only get one puppy that the studs owner should still give another breeding for free. My "mentor" says she lives by this creed. If my Autumn only produces one puppy and I have paid for a stud fee(I am), we will see what she says then cause I am breeding my female to my "mentor's" stud. It sounds like a good plan if you want pick of the litter, but not so good if you take a fee. Sylvia |