Yes, she is too young to have puppies and she is small...but...(and please know that I in no way encourage breeding tinies) does that put her at any more risk than it would to have her spayed, at her size, with an inexperienced vet and no intibation? What about the stage of her pregnancy...is she too far along to abort? I would think she would be at just as much risk in being spayed right now. Having them at her size and age is not ideal but it will not guarantee she will lose all of her babies and die. What would be best way for the dog...not the easiest way for the owner? What about c-section and spaying at that time? What about having the vet deliver the pups so if something goes wrong they will be there?
I don't really know what the right answer is...I'm just trying to throw some suggestions out there. Ultimately the owner will have to decide what is right for her and her dog. |