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Originally Posted by Limelitediva  She is 3lbs now and is 7 months old, so I am hoping she will get bigger. I would love to breed her cause she is such a beautiful and wonderful dog. She doesn't bark much unless she sees/hears something (she is an excellent watch dog). She is also very smart when it comes to obedience, and isn't aggressive at all she loves people and other dogs. Her health is good and I have registered her and have a pedigree on her. She comes from AKC champion bloodlines. I know a couple of people who really want puppies from her. But I don't want to do it if it is going to put her in jeopardy. Please let me know all of your opinions. Thanks! |
As a breeder/exhibitor; reputable breeders do not breed anything under 5 pounds. However, there are other factors that fit into the equation. Bone density, health tests (bile acids, CBC, eyes and ears tested, temperament tests, hips and knees x-rayed, STD tests) , good representation of the breed coming from a long line of free whelpers. All the tests should be performed on the mating pair.
But, first and foremost are you prepared to lose her? The possibility exists that you can lose her and the pups. Are you prepared to give up approximately 8 to 10 weeks of your life? Do you have a money put aside (a sizeable amount) for any emergency that may happen during the welp. There will be whelping supplies that you will have to purchase. As well as vet care for pups after they are born.......Not an inexpensive endevor......