[yorkiemom1970]

Originally Posted by mmyorkies

OK, don't know if this will help explain, but breeding toy dogs is risky compared to the larger dogs because of their size. Also, more puppy deaths because of their size. If a large dog has some problems, they usually have more body reserve to rely on to recoup. If a lab loses a few pounds because of a problem, not too much of a problem, but if your 5 pound yorkie bitch loses a few pounds chances are she will die. There will be nothing to rely on to pull her through a rough time. You are starting with a much smaller speciem to start with. Also, the puppies of toy dogs get chilled very easy, and will die. They can not keep themselves warm. They must feed right away, or they will die, if they don't feed on mom, they have to be tube fed every 2 hours until they are strong enough to suckle by them selves. The smaller the bitch, the more risk of losing her if something happens. every time I breed a bitch I make sure my vet (a breeding specialist) will be available before I breed. There is always an ER vet, but my vet knows my dogs, and I trust her.

All of the above is true. There are many other aspects but I have to agree with this part also.