If this is your first breeding, your first priority would be the safety of the bitch. For this, I would recommend a larger bitch. The pup should be 3 to 4 lbs at 12 to 14 weeks old to assure she is large enough to breed. Look at the parents and see if they have nice tight erect ears, a nice topline, nice muzzle, good coat and tailset. Ask about health in the parents. Ask about guarantees for health in your female that you are buying. But in my opinion, the larger she is, the better, for your first time breeding. I am not saying to get a 12 lb female, by any means, but a 7 or 8 or even 9 lb bitch bred to the right male with the right background would be best. After that, I would recommend 5 to 7 lbs and know the sizes of the parents and grand parents. |