I have 2 pitbulls. They are brother sister same litter. They are gorgeous and come from champion bloodlines. They are 8 months old and the girl is pregnant I was going to get her spayed at 9 months too late I guess. Are the pups gonna be okay?
2006-11-06 16:10:24 · 14 answers · asked by megs 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
This is only one of the MANY reasons we ('we' meaning the vast majority of veterinarians) recommend spaying between 4-6 months of age. Why were you waiting until 9 months????
How far along is she? Because although the pups might end up being 'okay' (no way to know until they're born and live at least several weeks to see if problems develop)....the best thing would probably be to go ahead and spay her now, especially since that's what you were planning to do anyway. It's probably not too late to do that yet. That would be a LOT more humane than allowing them to be born, only to possibly have to put them to sleep then. If a dog is spayed while pregnant, the pups will be fully under the influence of the anesthesia also. They'll be completely asleep. When the uterus is removed, they simply won't be able to wake up, unless almost at term.
The best time to do that would be in the first trimester. That's safest for the mother dog. It can be done later in circumstances like this, however. But the sooner, the better. A pregnant spay costs more than a regular spay, due to the increased time and materials required (extra suture to tie off the extra blood vessels individually.) The further along in the gestation, the more the cost. But it's STILL a whole lot less than how much having a litter of puppies is going to cost you.
Whatever you decide to do with her, go ahead and get her brother neutered. Unless you are planning to use him for showing, there's just no reason to put that off even one more day.
ETA: Lori also brought up an excellent point. Pregnancy at this age is not healthy for a dog to undergo. She's at the same point in her development as a human female who's about 11-13 years old. Girls that age can get pregnant and have babies, too. Doesn't make it a good idea....especially when it's their brother's baby.
2006-11-06 16:25:05 · answer #1 · answered by A Veterinarian 4 · 6⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-03 09:06:42 · answer #2 · answered by erlebach 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would see if you can end the pregnancy. I am not a abortion condoning person but with Pits breeding is one of if not the most important part and this can result in some seriously temper defective pups. If it is to late to end the pregnancy just be very watchful with the pups andif they display any behaviors that could develope into aggression euthenise them rather then place them in homes. Maybe they will be ok but if you know Pits then you know how careful you have to be with
1. who you give on to.
2. breeding
3. making your dogs good representatives of the breed to stop BSL's.
You have a tough decision. I wish you the best.
2006-11-06 16:36:31 · answer #3 · answered by melissa s 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It's not to late to spay her now. Abortions are highly recommended for very young females.
Your girl isn't yet done growing. Having a litter at this age is detrimental to her own health. The pups will take the calcium, etc., that she needs for herself and she will suffer for it.
Also, young females very often make poor mothers. Are you ready to bottle feed a dozen or more pups, around the clock? To wipe their butts to get them to relieve themselves? Pits are notorious for having huge litters, 10+ pups very, very common.
Do you have homes line up for pups? There are thousand upon thousand homeless Pits right now.
Also, if the parents have any genetic problems in their background, any temperament problems, breeding littermates will enhance these problems and the pups will suffer.
Please take her to the vet tomorrow and ask for her to be spayed. You had planned on doing this as a responsible owner, anyways. Your girl won't be 'better' for having a litter...she will likely suffer for it.
2006-11-06 16:16:24 · answer #4 · answered by Lori R 3 · 5⤊ 0⤋
If the brother is the father, then yes you could have problems. You should consult a vet about what to do. They can have genetic defects from inbreeding just like people can.
I had a German Shepherd dog that got out of the yard after coming into an early first heat. I was afraid she might have gotten pregnant and I also had planned to have her spayed. If you planned to anyway, and this just happened, I would recommend that you go ahead and get her spayed asap. Ask your vet about spaying her. I had my German Shepherd dog spayed and there were no puppies.
That is what I would advise.
2006-11-06 16:39:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Inbreeding will produce puppies that are genetically weak, rife with health problems, either soon after birth or later in life. The puppies will be more susceptible to disease, won't live as long, the whole 9 yards. Not a pretty picture, I know, but that's why nature despises inbreeding.
Have you considered getting her spayed? It is not harmful to the dog, and the dog won't even know what's missing- just a big bun in her oven. It's better than having weak, possibly sickly puppies that you may not be able to find homes for...
Nobody wants to buy inbred purebred dogs from breeders, even if they are champions.
2006-11-06 16:31:36 · answer #6 · answered by Calypso 1 · 3⤊ 1⤋
This is a hard one... I'm assuming this is inbreeding. Just as with humans, close genetic lines should not be bred together as many health issues and complications can result in the puppies.
I would contact your vet and see what your options are. If it's early enuf on, you can still have the female spayed and this will also end the pregnancy. There is a good chance your litter will have issues.
2006-11-06 16:15:21 · answer #7 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 6⤊ 1⤋
Miss Miserable is wrong, inbred dogs do have many problems. breeders who inbreed and line breed are very specific as to how they go about this, they have a good working knowledge of genetics and are very careful. they also are selective as they are trying to improve the breed and do not just randomly inbreed. Miss miserable, just because you are a student does not make you knowledgeable, if you had paid attention in class you would know that it is unethical to give this type of advice, I hope I never run into you as I would not want you treating my animals once you graduate, if you graduate.
Abort the puppies, spay the dog.
2006-11-07 03:20:57 · answer #8 · answered by thelogicalferret 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
take her to the vet and see if abortion is still possible,
inbreeding is not good at all chances are they will be ok but there is a bigger chance they are going to be a bad bunch mentally and prob physically.
you will be giving a bad name for pitbulls AGAIN with this bunch of pups
2006-11-06 20:25:34 · answer #9 · answered by Karens BCS 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
take her to the vet now! if she isn't fare along they care still spay her! puppies that are from inbreeding usually have serous health and mental issues! they are usually very aggressive!! sorry to bring you such bad news!! for future references, you can have your puppies fixed at 6 months of age! that way they don't get the chance to get pregnant!
2006-11-06 16:20:42 · answer #10 · answered by rblankenship_rblankenship 5 · 5⤊ 0⤋