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Originally Posted by FlDebra  I think that was a RUDE post. You even resorted to name calling. I can assure you that some that posted had to hold back a lot when typing to you. You asked for advice and people are trying to give it to you the best they can. Breeding "just to be doing it" is not recommended or wise.
Vets will give an okay for any two dogs to breed, they do not care or even know all of the different breed standards to see if two dogs are really right for each other. Just because a vet gets on the radio, and is vet to Hollywood (really all the way from MD??) does not make him an expert on which dogs should breed. It is good for the vet to run all of the blood tests that need to be done, check the female for physical ability to carry and deliver a litter, etc... but you should have two seasoned, experienced Yorkie breeders evaluate the dam and sire to see if they meet standard and compliment each other.
Just as others have said, it takes a LOT of research and study to be prepared to breed Yorkies. They are more complicated than many breeds due to their size and some of the health concerns. During the heat cycle is not really the time to start learning. Better to take a couple of years and really know what you are in for. It is a matter of doing the best service to your dogs as well as the breed itself.
For people to tell you these things does not make them stuck up, or know-it-alls -- just concerned -- more about the breed overall than about you making some babies for keeping. No one is saying you are stupid or ignorant, but I think many feel you are not making the best decision. Maybe from not being well-informed. Believe me, I was not well-informed either before I started my quest and I still have tons to learn. I hope to never stop learning!
Before I bred mine, I took a couple of years to study and learn. Thought I was well-prepared. I did understand, just as you have said, that I could lose my girl. She was a good healthy size too (6-6.5 lbs)and never a health problem. I had her and my sire evaluated and tested by the vet, had 2 breeders give their input and "thumbs up" to their mating. So, I thought I was covered. I really never thought it would happen to me. But on the third day after giving me a wonderful litter of 5, my girl died. I miss her so very much. I felt so guilty. She would be here with me now, if I had not wanted to be a breeder. So, be very sure, you are prepared to lose your girl. It really can and does happen. |
Once again you amaze me and how you've grown.......The school of hard knocks does it to you. There are several sayings that really fit you "Walk A Mile In My Shoes" and you did.....and "For The Grace Of God Go I"
I recently lost two puppies, and I never had, They were born premature; 1 within 24 hours the other at a week......Talk about heart wrenching...I did everything.....and when I couldn't save them...my breeder said to me....Mary, better now.....what if something was terribly wrong and it was discovered at 3, 4 or 6 months of age......