Originally Posted by BamaFan121s (Post 2203714)

Generally speaking, this is what concerns me most. The 'what ifs' that have not been tested. And worse, the 'what ifs' not even being looked at as a factor by people experimenting with the crossing of breeds. When breeding breed to breed, there is a long standing predictibility the common issue have been identified, there is a means to control or prevent them them.
But when you take it beyond that, who knows?

YOU seem to be taking a very cautious and educated approach to what you are doing...looking to extend your efforts, not just breeding one generation of puppies to make a quick buck, supply what is in demand and then move on to the next best thing.

Thanks for your answers.:)

Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985 (Post 2203822)

Unfortunately, the only way to answer all those "what if's" you speak of is to try. That's how you'll know this mix will work out, or that it won't. It's trial and error, and I'm assuming that's how our yorkies were developed. Trial and error until the traits that they were looking for were becoming consistent in their lines. Just an opinion since I wasn't there when the breed was developed :p

Originally Posted by durtymydawg (Post 2203514)

Lynn, I wasn't just asking you and I also wasn't the only Poster asking!!! Yes, I think this helps the Posters that had ??'s and to realize that sometimes you can profit and at other times you may not or as much. It does have alot to do with VARIABLES especially when your dealing with an animal that can produce 1 pup to 6 or 7....so that itself is hard to determine whether your going to actually come out ahead. Plus, I do understand completely on C-sections...been there...done it. Fortunate, my vet being I have vet'd with him nearly 30years (with mostly horses). Since I was about 12 my family has used him as a vet, and therefore he gives us a great deal when I have anything done. My C-Section would of cost a few hundred more but thankfully he only charged me $300. So I really do understand, but I was trying to help the few or many others that don't or that have not yet experienced it for themselves. This is why people charge the prices they do!!! Truthfully when I see an ad that is a Yorkie for only a few hundred, like 300-400 then I ask myself...all the ??'s of why?

As for the guy raising English Bulldogs...kudos to him and I'm sure he's doing it as a business...not a hobby. Sorry if I offended you and wasn't meant thay way. This is why I usually don't like replying to thread or emails is because so much is interpreted and usually the wrong WAY. I do enjoy reading what others write....

Originally Posted by JeanieK (Post 2198110)

You see many purebreds for adoption also. I believe that intentional cross breeding is different from letting the dogs breed indiscriminately. If done intentionally with someone who is looking to produce a certain type, they will choose good specimens of both breeds that compliment each other and have good tempermants.

Originally Posted by smartpuppiepets (Post 2204152)

I agree with you and even go further... Planing is the key to successful breeding even among purebreds. How many pure breds end up on a shelter because they came from people that had not a clue of what lines they were crossing? Same go for crossed breeds and all... i have a real hard time with puppy mills and indiscriminate breeding, over breeding and all inbreeding to produce looks but compromise health. I Also noticed that the tiny toy mixes are very much in demand and people who gets them , keeps them. I would say that the accidental "pit bull" mixes and large breed mixes that we see on the ponds are the real problem. Not that i would agree with the word "designer" to be used for tiny puppies, but these we do not see on shelters all the time. Nothing wrong with a litter that will be loved and stay forever in their homes.... but to breed with bad planning and have the dogs eventually turn out at a pond is shameful irresponsible behavior.

Originally Posted by yorkiekist (Post 2204135)

I thought you were directing your questions at me! Sorry I misinterpreted your post!!:) I hope I explained things so that people could understand that the costs are variable and the price of puppies is also. The start up costs are the most. Its usually a huge chunk of $$. Most people dont get to see the big picture that breeders go through on a daily basis. All they see are dollar signs when they are allowed to buy without spay/neuter/AKC limited contracts. For some unknown reason people feel the need to reproduce their little pet quality dog, paying no attention to health issues or breed standards. And yes, the bulldog breeder is a business only.

Originally Posted by durtymydawg (Post 2204954)

Sometimes when we write a thread or reply and use common words like "you" it don't always mean you personally....I accept the apology. And, I do understand exactly what you mean by the costs, I personally spent alot of $, paid alot of vet/care costs including a C-section and would take several litters to eventually make some $ back on the $ invested. But, I didn't do it just to breed, but also to simply enjoy them as my companion. One of my dogs will follow me around and alot of times will lay by my shoes or where it can smell my scents....bonded very much to me. Thanx for your explanations and for being thoughtful.

Originally Posted by cesar49 (Post 2205221)

i have read on yt that any female needing a csection should be spayed and not bred again.. i am sure there are exceptions.. but free whelping should be
the norm for breeding.. so that is another consideration and expense to be considered.. we may plan to breed a female, but mother nature throws a curve ball.. consider the best options for the pet first.. it should never be about the money.. plus.. if you have any defects show up, then the dog should be fixed and not bred again, the whole breeding plan can be in jeopardy and halted if the puppies or the mom have problems.. then the investment in breeding goes up again as you make these decisions.. we might have a plan, but something may happen to change the PLAN..:animal-pa

Originally Posted by durtymydawg (Post 2205599)

In my situation, she did whelp one pup "free", but then her labor slowed up...maybe it was a fluke...maybe not. I won't know unless I do breed her again. Chances you take when you breed. Just my thoughts.

Originally Posted by cesar49 (Post 2205717)

how much does she weigh?:aimeeyork
chances with who?

Originally Posted by bchgirl (Post 2205734)

There are more factors than soley weight that can result in a c-sections.

Any time any female is ever bred...you are taking a chance on her health or well being and/or the resulting puppy or puppies.

Originally Posted by cesar49 (Post 2205761)

i can see trying one more time.. maybe with a smaller stud...