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bugaboosmom · 02-02-2006, 10:48 PM

I have encountered same size litters and having a Tiny or 2 in a litter. My practice is to supplement if needed, because they may get pushed aside. I give everyone a chance to live because I planned them. Though the Tiny ones are closely monitored for health problems as they grow. If I find that they are suffering or will not have a quality life then the are put to sleep. But so many Tinies just needed a little help and devotion to them and have turned out to be healthy, happy , spoiled rotten, lil monsters. That' BUGABOO'S STORY!

luvmymonkies · 02-02-2006, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bugaboosmom

I have encountered same size litters and having a Tiny or 2 in a litter. My practice is to supplement if needed, because they may get pushed aside. I give everyone a chance to live because I planned them. Though the Tiny ones are closely monitored for health problems as they grow. If I find that they are suffering or will not have a quality life then the are put to sleep. But so many Tinies just needed a little help and devotion to them and have turned out to be healthy, happy , spoiled rotten, lil monsters. That' BUGABOO'S STORY!

I absolutely agree with you on every part. I think every puppy deserves the chance to live and have a happy life, even if they're not as strong as the others in the beginning. If not, little Bugaboo wouldn't be here today. He is such a sweetie!

Tiny Titan · 02-06-2006, 04:05 AM

I am always drawn to the smallest. For what ever reason seeing them so helpless I just want to scoop them up and take them home. Titan will be coming home with me in about a week! Getting excited.

I am sure my German shep, adopted, will just love having another dog in the house again. He grew up with a Pompom(previous family).

02-02-2006, 10:48 PM	#31
bugaboosmom Luv My Bug! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: california Posts: 1,573	I have encountered same size litters and having a Tiny or 2 in a litter. My practice is to supplement if needed, because they may get pushed aside. I give everyone a chance to live because I planned them. Though the Tiny ones are closely monitored for health problems as they grow. If I find that they are suffering or will not have a quality life then the are put to sleep. But so many Tinies just needed a little help and devotion to them and have turned out to be healthy, happy , spoiled rotten, lil monsters. That' BUGABOO'S STORY!

02-06-2006, 04:05 AM	#33
Tiny Titan Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Germany Posts: 51	I am always drawn to the smallest. For what ever reason seeing them so helpless I just want to scoop them up and take them home. Titan will be coming home with me in about a week! Getting excited. I am sure my German shep, adopted, will just love having another dog in the house again. He grew up with a Pompom(previous family).