Between the health benefits of having a pup spayed and the health risks associated with breeding, I think you know what is best for your new baby and you.
I have had Yorkies my entire life (except for a brief deviation with a English Sheepdog we rescued). We bred one of our Yorkies when I was in high school and it was the most wonderfully scary experience you could imagine. She had four puppies - unfortunately one was stillborn. We were not breeders (as you guessed). My parents let me keep one of the puppies - she lived to the ripe old age of 17.
It was a great experience, but not one I could repeat. I am so grateful for the wonderful breeder I got Max and Abby from this year. All of Max's litter mates were fine, but two of Abby's litter mates did not survive. It can just be too hard when there are issues.
I have sent her several photos of my babies since they came home. (They were her first two litters so she is happy to see they are doing well and thriving.) She told me if I was interested in breeding Max to let her know as she knew several friends who would love to breed their dogs with him. I told her I had no desire to breed either one of them and she was good with that. Sorry this took so long to get to the point - Max was the last of his line as his sire died after being bitten by a snake. He was owned by the breeders friend.
Last time I sent a few pics, she asked if I had reconsidered breeding Max. I told her no and that they had both been fixed. She was good with my decision and was happy to know they had a good home.
I hope your friend understands and respects your decision. Best wishes |