is it safe to breed my teacup poodle if she is 1 year old and she only weighs like 3-4 lbs?

Question

i would like to know if that is safe b/c i have heard of little dogs that die because of how small they are?

Answer 1

NO. Dogs should never be bred before two years of age. Would you let your 13 year old daughter have a kid just because she was physically able? There is no such thing as a "teacup" poodle. That is yet another gimmick by unscrupulous breeders. Be a loving, responsible owner and spay your dog.

Answer 2

A 4 lb poodle dam would need to be bred to a 2 lb poodle sire.

Otherwise the pups will be too big.... don't even breed her to another 4 lb poodle. Professional breeders do not breed 4 lb females to 4 lb males. The risk of the babies killing the mother is too high.

Wait at least 2 years.

Health check your poodle to see if she is even fit to pass on her genes. Talk to a professional!

(I'm not against breeding healthy dogs when demand outstrips supply. I check petfinder all the time and I have *never* seen small poodles there-- a few larger poodles are there... Like right now there is only 1 yorkie up for adoption in the entire state of Illinois. Some dogs are really popular.)

Answer 3

Let me clear up a few misconceptions here...first of all, there is no such thing as a "tea cup" anything!!! it is a misnomer, it really means that the dog is smaller than average & is probably the runt of the litter, which in & of itself is not bad, but just a fact! Secondly, unless you are a really concerned & dedicated breeder of poodles I would recommend you give the little girl a break & have her spayed. Thirdly, IF, you decided to breed her anyway, knowing the risks, responsible breeders,usually wait until the the 3rd heat cycle (about 1 1/2 years of age) to insure that no health problems have manifested themselves & the female is mature enough to successfully whelp & nurse a litter.The actual age for breeding varies in respect to the breed of dog, the size & overall developement & growth of the pup, the particular breeder's breeding program. Small dogs & braycephalic breeds (dogs with pushed in faces, Pugs, Pekes, Bulldogs..)present extremely difficult whelping concerns because of their large heads passing through the birth canal. Usually a C-section is mandatory is these cases.Often, the same problems can occur with very small dogs, Chihuahuas, Maltese , Yorkies and Poodles...it's not something to be undertaken lightly by a novice...these are the facts...good luck in whatever decision you make.

Answer 4

There are several factors to consider: (1) what sizes are in her background; (2) what is the size of the male; and (3) what sizes are in his lineage. The male should be as small and preferably smaller than the female. Both should come from parentage that is and has produced similar size dogs. Even though a dog is tiny, they could have genes that would produce larger pups that would cause the female to be unable to whelp naturally thus creating the need for an expensive and undesirable C-section. If not caught in time when she goes into labor, your dog could possibly die. I recommend great consideration and caution in breeding such tiny dogs that originally, genetically come from bigger dogs.

Answer 5

2 years is the minimum age for a female. they must be 2 years old to breed.
3-4lbs. means. Probably only 1 pup, and will be a c-section about 1000.00 then you have to take the pup to the vets for 2 shots and deworming before it can leave at 12 weeks. about another 150-200 dollars. Then if you want AKC papers 40.00 if they didn't raise there price again. haven't had pups in a year. so you could sell the pup for how much? And that doesn't mean the pup wont die i had one die at 3 weeks. As was to small. And doesn't mean the mom won't die. unless you plan to keep her under vet supervision for last few weeks. then you can add that price in

Answer 6

In order to breed your poodle you would have to find a male smaller than her, 1-2 lbs. Now come on, that would be rediculous try to breed something that small. Too many risks. She could die during the pregnancy and if not during it then while giving birth. The puppies probably won't live either. Save your self the heartache and spay her.

Answer 7

Hi, DO NOT breed her until she is at least 2 years of age... if you decide to breed her you must breed her to a male smaller then her and with small lines in his background, my suggesion is that if you must breed her then make sure you take her to the vet so if the vet thinks the puppies are too big for her to pass you can schedule a c-section which costs about 200 dollars in my area. And you need to think about other costs such as docking their tails, food, gettin their dew claws removed, shots etc... oh and there is a possiblility that your dog will die and the puppies so please be careful this can be a heartbreaking thing to get into!

Answer 8

In my opinion, if you want to breed your dog, you first need to find a REPUTABLE breeder of teacup poodles, and learn from them. Also, question yourself why you want to breed her. If it is with the intention of making money, don't go down that road. Especially with a first breeding, the risks to her health and life are huge. I have heard of so many people who have bred their dog(s) only to end up with no puppies, and either a dead mom or a $1000 vet bill for a ceasarian surgery. Really do your research and be prepared for the worst.

Answer 9

Yes, I've heard that, too. But think about it -- if it were always true, then how did your adorable little teacup poodle get here? Right? I believe that if you're conscientious and responsible about the whole process, everything would most likely be fine:

1. Ask your vet first whether or not he thinks your dog is a candidate for breeding. If yes, then I,m sure he'll want to schedule periodic exams just to make certain she is progressing in a healthy way AND also be available toward her "due date" in case she might need a cesarean birth.

2. Obviously, make sure she breeds with a male dog of equal size and good health. NO GREAT DANES! +:0)

3. As her time approaches, make sure someone
is always home in case of any complications in fact, the vet might even suggest keeping her at his facility a few days before she is due just to be safe.

We had a poodle for 17-1/2 years until she passed on -- they are a terrific breed -- so smart, meticulous, and no daily vacuuming needed! I could not, though bring myself to get another poodle since it was so painful. But, we ended up with a little 6 lb. chihuahua whom we love and adore ... a little dog with a HUGE attitude !! So much fun, although I will never forget our poodle -She was about as close to perfect as possible!

Good luck -- hope she gives birth to 2 puppies!

Answer 10

1) Do not breed your dog until she's at least two years of age.


2) Make sure your dog has qualities that will benefit the breed.


No offense, but it doesn't sound like you've done the proper research yet to be a successful breeder. You should join a breed-specific group and gain knowledge from local breeders who can help you out.