Thanks, that's exactly what I meant. I have NO EXPERIENCE in breeding myself, I just have read quite a bit and seen the out come of those who failed to read and took on something without research, testing, means etc.
I've entertained the idea of breeding before, but entertaining the idea, researching now for the future maybe, and the reality of this isn't a good time in my life, I don't have the time, experience, funding to take on such a responsibility. Who knows though when my kids are grown and I'm in my retirement I may have time to show dogs and begin breeding...until then I'll stick to reading and researching.
Personally it really concerns and scares me others just jump into such instead of asking themselves the questions a couple breeders have pointed out to you here and then after that they fail to research, get some hands on experience, or prepare in the ways they should...
I can only offer what little I know from reading on what needs to be considered first, things I've heard about or witnessed by others, and then other topics-I'd honestly not hand out advice on specific issues even if I have read about them...you don't really know about something just from reading about it, I think it takes some actual real life experience.
IMO: I, also, agree with the final statement quoted below, also among many other points like if the female isn't up to par, has an issue or a Rhett's mom pointed out the realization your pet is your baby and despite wanting more of them to share with the world, the risk of loosing your beloved pet over the ideal of breeding sounding good, is a serious point to consider, as it very well can become a reality.
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Originally Posted by Furbaby Friend  She wasn't discouraging you. She was asking you to critically think about all the things you need to do to ensure that your girl is fit for breeding and what you need to do to ensure her safety. If you think that is discouraging you may want to rethink breeding her.
Breeding is serious business and requires a lot of work. If you find the questions and issues you need to address BEFORE the mating overwhelming, you may not be able to handle all the things you need to do DURING and AFTER the whelp too.
For the record, while she was asking you to think critically. I am asking you to think critically like you need to. If you are not prepared to do that, then yes I am discouraging you. |