A year ago last Oct. our son bought a Chihuahua puppy which was 8 weeks old. She is healthy and fully grown at 3 lbs or less and approx. 9" in length. Our son wants to breed her but his mother and I think she is too small and it could be dangerous. She is coming into heat for the third time since we got her. This dog is not the runt of the litter and is a beautiful small dog. Her two brothers are much larger than she is the one (runt) being approx 9 lbs and the other 12 lbs. Our son said his vet told him she could have pups but he is so attached to her I am worried if he did breed her and she died!
2007-02-20 06:37:45 · 14 answers · asked by M Chris M 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
She can be bred, but the risks are very high..She will be likely have to have a C-section..which runs about $800 here.
My friend raises tiny Chihuahuas, and has for many years. She called me in December. I was expecting for her to just be wishing me a happy holiday..but the news was so sad! Her little Chi had died in trying to deliver 2 puppies. This lady is well experienced, uses a tiny male, and it was the female's second litter. The lady does know a lot about whelping and helping, but by the time she knew the mom was in trouble, it was too late for the vet to help..
I sure wouldn't risk it..
.this little girl wasn't just a kennel dog, but her bed buddy..When she came to visit me last year, the Chi came with her, although the others stayed at home..
What a heartbreak..sure ruined her holidays..
2007-02-20 06:47:48 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK some of the answers here are crazy.
What you have in your hands is a tiny toy dog, and they can be bred. I have bred small dog breeds for years from poodles to pugs to pom poms to chihuahuas. Grew up breeding the dogs because my mother and step father owned a kennel and so did my grand parents.
Now is it true that there are some things to watch out for breeding these small dogs. Yes, first off
If this is her first heat, skip it and don't breed her till the second heat. She is not ready physically yet.
Second, make sure that the sire is of similar or smaller stature.
Third, if this is your first time breeding tiny toys then make sure you get a vet who deals with the tiny toys and have the dog checked up on through the first litter. This will teach you about the tiny toys and make sure if you will need a C section or not.
Fourth, do not breed Tiny Toys ever heat. You will kill the dog. If you plan on continuing breeding the dogs. Do so no more then every other heat.
You people saying no the dog is to small should be ashamed of yourselves for just randomly saying no to something you don't know about!
2007-02-20 09:46:46 · answer #2 · answered by hormoth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok I called a friend I know who breeds champion Chihuahua"s and asked her. She said to absolutely not allow this dog to breed. She is too small. She never breed hers unless they are 5 to 6 pounds. The strain of carrying even 1 pups will put too much of a load on her tiny body. Let her go through this heat then have her spade.
This came from an expert who has been breeding these dogs for 30 years.
Oh yes by the way not all dogs can achieve ring status nor do there owner want them too, so that has nothing to do with weather they are worthy of breeding. Background, body structure, health, confirmation are just a few notable reasons to consider breeding a dog. Knowledge of the breed for many years. Never because they are cute!!!!!!
2007-02-20 07:12:54 · answer #3 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Aww the puppy sounds so cute! Well it is pretty dangerous to breed a 3 lb dog. Since she's so small, complications could come during the birth if she got pregnant. Especially if she's the runt of the litter. I don't suggest it, but it is possible. Good luck with your choice!
2007-02-20 06:44:23 · answer #4 · answered by danca4life 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a tiny chihuahua as well, and chose NOT to breed her. I spoke at length with a good friend of mine, who is a vet, about her and together we decided not to take the chance and breed her. She is just too small and the risks are too great. She is very important to our family! She is now 11 years old and going strong, her lines are still as sleek as ever and there are no hanging teets, no lose skin on her frame, her hips and back show no signs of distortion from carrying pups. These things your son should consider - her body changes as well, even if she could be successfully bred and live through the birth, her body will never look as taut and glorious as it once did. A dog that small will show the marks of pregnancy so prominently. I personally chose a lifetime of love with one dog than the attempt to breed and all the posssible risks....even if she lived through it, she will never be the same dog. Good luck to you!
2007-02-20 08:00:13 · answer #5 · answered by Zygai 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The danger runs in the complications of having a large litter and in having large babies. Since she has larger siblings, I would be concerned. Her mate should be her size or could also produce a large puppy also. You can do it if you keep her under careful watch from a veterinarian. they can detect the size and numbers of the puppies. Any sign of trouble a cesarean section can be done. Pregnancy especially cesarean section carries a risk to the babies and the mother. I would not breed her. If you want more dogs visit a local animal shelter and adopt one. They get small dogs and puppies in often.
2007-02-20 06:50:36 · answer #6 · answered by xmasjopresent 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should tell you son to enjoy the dog that he has and get her spayed. Breeding a dog is not something to consider lightly. There is a lot to it and a lot of risk involved. In addition, what do you do with the puppies that you can't find homes for? If he seriously wants to start breeding pedigree dogs as a hobby, he should do a lot of reading and learning before beginning. It is a big step to take!
2007-02-20 06:52:47 · answer #7 · answered by Froda 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please, do not breed her. There can be complacations and may need to have the pup born by C-section.
If you have the Pedigree Papers on her she is a good quality dog but if you don't have those papers you don't know if she is a quality dog or not. AKC papers alone don't make her a quality dog. It is the Pedigree that is so important in breeding.
2007-02-20 06:45:32 · answer #8 · answered by bluebonnetgranny 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Unless the dog has shown successfully in the ring I would not breed her. One year would be too young to breed too.
2007-02-20 06:42:03 · answer #9 · answered by W. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first, DO NOT BREED HER TO A RELATIVE! this increases likelihood of genetic diseases, and malforming of pups. breeding small dogs can be dangerous, because they might not be able to deliver them as well. why do u want to breed her? is she AKC registered? do you now at least 8 people who want to adopt a puppy, and are serious? My suggestion is to spay her: it's safe, and no more worries!
2007-02-20 06:45:32 · answer #10 · answered by Gigi 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋