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I would not buy from a breeder that used dams that small. Under 5 lbs is extremely risky. Even though your puppy is from the larger dam, he still breeds that tiny girl. Poor thing. I have a recent addition to our family, Bindi, who is a backyard breeder rescue. She is fat now, and I have no idea of her weight, but she is 1" shorter than Toto (who is almost 5 lbs), 2" shorter than Uni (who is about 7 lbs). At her ideal weight she should be in the 4 lb range. I could never imagine her being bred at her size. Yet she was bred again and again, until she was too old, and her "owners" didn't want her anymore. I can't image one smaller than Bindi being bred. That just sickens me.
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I agree ... but am in this situation right now and my Marie is born next month.
I have to just hope that all will be okay. I do take all responsibilities that follows.
The other breeders in my area raised a red flag due to the fact they had so many different breeds. I don't wanna get into import dogs either...
Just to clarify again, Marie's mom is 5lbs and the dad is 3lbs.
It was the previous litter that the mom was smaller. I hope my chances of a healthy Marie is higher since it's a different mom.
