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Originally Posted by Mardelin  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...... |
, MANY slepless nights, grey hairs from worrying, double guessing yourself..why we do it? because we love the breed and ALMOST perfection is our goal..
other than that is non existent..
