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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s  For 5 years, or until the dog is 5 years old? If you don't start until the dog is around 2, then that would mean the dog is still being bred at 7 yrs....? Isn't that a bit old? |
Unfortunately the newest research is coming out as to what Dee is referring too. I can't remember the Dr's. name but it's 5 litters or 5 years of age whichever comes first as long as the uterus is healthy. This is a very well respected Vet and Reproduction Vet that is/has done this research. I, however, am still very skeptical about this practice and YTCA has not changed their code or ethics regarding this practice. I still don't believe in breeding every heat cycle or past the age of 5 years old or having more that 4 litters. But that is how I do my breeding program.
But do more research before you take this into consideration.
Donna