I would definitely not breed a 3 pounder. Not only will you have the expense of the C-section, you might lose her in the process.
There are 3 stages of heat - the first stage is the red blood and last for about 9 days - the next stage is when the dischage turns straw colored and this lasts for about a week and is usually the time mating occurs - the last stage lasts almost a week where the male will still be interested, but she will be very grouchy.
Since mating can occur at any time during the 20 to 30 days I would keep them separated so you don't have an "accident". Belly bands and girl diapers are not effective methods of birth control. Get her spayed so you don't have to go through this again. Wait until after the heat cycle. Some vets will spay during a heat cycle, but I've heard it is more expensive and they lose more blood. |