[gemy]

Ann most of the time when you post these missives I understand a little of where you are coming from.

But not now, and not today.

The one thread I have been involved in over the past two days, I thought most posted quite laid backly ... if that is even a word.

Of course right now, I have minimal time on YT as I; as a responsible breeder and active member of my club, am putting together a Judging Seminar for Canadian Judges about the BRT..

I have also evaluated two litters of pups .. one Yorkies and one BRT's.

I am a responsible and knowledgeable breeder; it is very hard for me to read all the stories here; which is why I post sparingly. And of course I am a large breed breeder and not a toy breeder; and it makes a big difference. For example High Blood Pressure during labor not so common in Toys as far as I know.

But I will continue to advise and countenance a spay of a female who was inadvertently bred; especially when we are talking about a novice breeder.

In my opinion, and yes it is JUST my opinion; the cards are stacked against this female dog, and the future of any puppies very un-certain.

Will this "breeder" guarantee the health of the puppies for any significant amount of time? Will this breeder test the puppies for temperament, do the proper neuro stimulation for growth of their brain and ultimate socialization? Will this breeder put their money on the line, when puppies that they caused to be birthed show up with devastating health issues? Will this breeder be on board to support their puppy owners over the life time of their pups?

I would say that most do not even think of this. Oh Sally got pregnant! Can't /won't emergency spay. Let me close my eyes, cross my fingers, and hope all goes well. Then let's fob off these pups to what-ever home I can find for them. And wash my hands of any responsibility!