Congratulations on your new babies!!
I will keep them and Maggie May in my prayers!
Your post lists many of the exact reasons why I do not, and could not, breed. To breed correctly takes much more strength, courage and stamina than I will ever have (not to mention the training and knowledge needed).
I hope those who are considering breeding their babies 'at least once' will see this and reconsider.
Thank you for the excellent post! We'd love to see pics of the new momma and her pups.
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