I have to admitt...

[YorkieAZ]

Sure didn't mean to come off as "chewing" anyone out. You will do what you wish with your dogs, it's up to you to make the right decisions for her. I just believe by the age of 5 or 6 they should be done, not starting. JMHO

[yougetthesmiles]

[QUOTE=YorkieAZ;1908703]Sure didn't mean to come off as "chewing" anyone out. You will do what you wish with your dogs, it's up to you to make the right decisions for her. I just believe by the age of 5 or 6 they should be done, not starting. JMHO[/QUOTE
I think it depends on the health of the dog.

[PrestigeousYT]

Most people make this decision based on their individual dogs health etc and the vet and you both know your dog the best.
I don't have an opinion either way as I know nothing about your girls health etc.
We all have to remember no matter what their age, the girls are always at risk when breeding them. And that we always have to weigh into our decision.

I saw that you have decided to breed your girl.
Best of luck to you and her

Deana

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by sexiixtc

ok... I'm sorry for saying this.. I'm probably going to get my butt kicked for this... but "you guys" are (at least to me) chewing Missy out for this....

from what I know... most people retire their dogs at 7... I've talked to many GOOD breeders (I've been considering breeding for years)... and they all agree that 7 is their "maximum"...

so... since Baby did so well last time... and all the puppies are in perfect health... what would it hurt to breed her one last time???? she's still in perfect health... and I didn't even know Baby was 6 till I read this thread.. If you saw her in person you'd think she was MAYBE 3..

Like I said... I know I'm going to get chewed out for this.. but I'm sticking up for what and who I believe in!

wow...there was nothing I saw that could even possibly be seen as "chewing out" in my opinion...I thought everyone was very nice Just have no idea where you got that people were chewing her out

[sexiixtc]

Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

wow...there was nothing I saw that could even possibly be seen as "chewing out" in my opinion...I thought everyone was very nice Just have no idea where you got that people were chewing her out

I don't mean chewing her out.. I couldn't (still can't) think of the right word... ..

[BakersDozen]

Originally Posted by PrestigeousYT

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We all have to remember no matter what their age, the girls are always at risk when breeding them. And that we always have to weigh into our decision.

You know, this is a very good point....whelping is always a risk, no matter the size or age. Makes more sense to evaulate each girl personally, instead of applying an arbitrary number. (Although I do have to admit that I have limits in my mind) For example, a seven pound girl may have a very small pelvis and not suitable for breeding at all. On the other hand, a five pound girl may be built perfectly for whelping and have no trouble. Or a six year old may do fine, while a two year old may not be a good mommy. It's good to remember that there are other factors involved besides the numbers.

[TeddyandTiffy]

I know how U feel we've had a litter of puppies (1 each summer) for the past 2 summers and I'm really missing them too even tho I have 2- 10 month old girls and 1-1 year old girl. I miss them being so tiny and me taking care of them, seeing them whelping well U know. But no puppies this year for us, hopefully next Summer.

I just keep coming here to the nursery and peeking and love seeing all the new babies. It is hard not to have any when U have had them. I keep putting my babies like their newborns on their backs in my arms even tho they wiggle out of my arms some and don't always want to be held on their backs like newborns lol. It helps me curb my want for newborns

[yougetthesmiles]

Originally Posted by BakersDozen

You know, this is a very good point....whelping is always a risk, no matter the size or age. Makes more sense to evaulate each girl personally, instead of applying an arbitrary number. (Although I do have to admit that I have limits in my mind) For example, a seven pound girl may have a very small pelvis and not suitable for breeding at all. On the other hand, a five pound girl may be built perfectly for whelping and have no trouble. Or a six year old may do fine, while a two year old may not be a good mommy. It's good to remember that there are other factors involved besides the numbers.

very good point indeed!
I have seen some very young bitches that should not be bred. I also know of a person who lives like 20 min from me who is breeding her 3lb yorkie and it makes me sick! That would be like me breeding my lil Lillie, I just could not even fathom it!

Baby is built very nice, she had such a great whelping. And I know all the risk and if I didnt think she was up for it, then I would not put her through it. I really think diet and exercise is the key here. We walk Baby and the others almost everyday! Hubby also takes Baby on runs, she LOVES to run while he rides the bike! You should see her running while he is on the bike, she enjoys it so much!
I know I have said it once, but I feed all my babies a holistic diet, so with the exercise and her diet, she is really a very healthy girl! She still plays just like a 1 yr old would play! I know my girl better then anyone.

[flutterby]

Before I bought Bailey and Brooklynn, I met a breeder who had a female that had a litter and she was 7 years old (it was her last) and she looked fabulous!! I couldn't believe she was 7.. Her puppy from her second litter (I think she was 3yrs) looked like she was 20! I agree that each female should be taken into account individually..

Best of luck, Missy! I would LOVE to be able to find a little girl Baby's color! I saw a baby girl online but they wanted $2200 for her... That would break my wallet right now!