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Originally Posted by gemy  There is much to learn here. Have you visited the library yet? And in particular the breeding and health library?
Have you spent lots of time reading in the Sick and Emergency forum, about all the Yorkies and "mixed breed dogs" that have serious problems?
So exactly what tests did your "vet" do? And btw all general vets do not have the "license" to do some of these tests; specialists are needed.
BATS easy one your vet can do
PRA - nope not your vet an opthamologist must do
LP - well if your vet is skilled enough I guess
Thyroid - yup your vet can draw blood - of course they should know what specialized testing to order.
HD and ED - ooops your general vet can't evaluate on that.
Hyperuricosuria - oops nope must be sent into UofD
Then there are the pre breeding tests. Lots of info here on the above tests, as well as the prebreeding tests. You can and are always welcome to do a search.
Has your girl been evaluated by a show breeder? I forget what breed she is, but you should know.
Ideally you will show her to her champioship. Then spend time reviewing and evaluating both her pedigree and the intended sires.
Also btw after her second heat which is what I believe your vet said, means she can be bred according to him on her "third heat". Many breed clubs say; Not before 18 months and after her second heat. That means if your dog for some strange reason has had 3heats prior to 18mths you don't breed her on her third heat.
There are no short cuts to breeding responsibly. To know the pitfalls, as I said just visit the Sick and Emergency forum, and also read everything in the library |
You are so wise and give awesome advice!