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Originally Posted by QuickSilver  I think I would at least look into the claim. Maybe I would decide it was baseless and not worry about it, but as a breeder, does it not concern you that possibly the puppies experience a great deal more pain during docking than you realize? |
What makes you think that I haven't looked into the claim? I have, and at this time, I am comfortable with where I stand, based on research and experience. If your concern is that I make decisions on this or any other aspect without carefully examining the situation first, I can assure you, that is not the case.
(Although I understand your point and would strongly encourage anyone to make an informed decision, just as you have stated.)
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Originally Posted by QuickSilver Okay, so the earlier quotes about yorkies having more c-sections and health problems because they are smaller, these are incorrect? |
No, I don't think the statements about them being prone to difficulties are at all inaccurate. I just don't think that the majority of the time they are in relation to the overall size of the breed itself. I think there are other contributing factors that are to blame the majority of the time that could be avoided, thus reducing the risks of complications.