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I have been through a lot trying to find a Vet that knows about the toy breeds. When I first considered breeding Kalina, knowing that she would be AId, I went to my Vet and he said that no way would he do an AI on any dog, ever. He also said he would not do dew claws or tails docking. He did, however, examine Kalina (he had examined her many times previously also) and deemed her healthy, as were the blood work. He did not do an ultrasound and I didn't think to ask. I have always kept her in good shape and she has always received any medical care, etc. that she might need. She is 6 1/2 to 7 pounds and looked well equipped to handle the birthing.

So, I did some research and found a Vet that specialized in reproduction and I thought I had hit the nail on the head. I took Kalina to him and he examined her and said she was great and he did the AI. Along the way, there were several things that he said/did that I was unhappy with. He seemed to think that any dog food was good and never made suggestions in that regard. When the puppies were born so tiny and I didn't think Kalina had enough milk I took them to him immediately. He never really even looked at the puppies and several days later when he removed the tails and dew claws he botched up the removal of the male's dew claw and wanted to put him "under anesthesia" when he was only two weeks old. I actually asked him if he would PLEASE examine them and listen to their hearts. It was the most basic exam I have ever seen.

So, off to Vet #3. He examined the puppies more thoroughly but again I feel that he didn't really know the pitfalls that can accompany the tiny breeds. I am running out of options as far as Vets go and I don't believe it is me, because I am a very easy person to get along with. There is no such thing as a Vet that specializes in toy breeds in my area and I am willing to travel a bit. On the other hand, I would like a Vet nearby in case of an emergency.

So, yes, I do rely a lot on my own knowledge of Yorkies and, since I am with my dogs all the time I feel like I know any changes in them fairly quickly. On the other hand, with regard to reproductive health, I would truly appreciate a Vet that knows more about Yorkies!! I am going to have Matty spayed soon, after Christmas, and I really don't feel comfortable with any of the 3 Vets I have already tried to have a working relationship with. She is very tiny at 4.4 lbs and the whole thing makes me a wreck.