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sophie and puppies

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Question
i have a Pomeranian female who had puppies.the puppies are now 8 weeks old we want to know is when they are old enough to breed can we breed the bow with the mom or dad or sister?

Answer
Hi Tracy

You want to really research in-breeding before even considering it.

If your lines have ANY hereditary defects or traits, they will be tenfold in the pups.  So if you have temperament issues or health issues in the line, your pups will have those plus conditions like inbred depression, hyperactivity and so on.

The dogs will have to be the VERY BEST to even consider using in a inbreeding line and culling a litter is required.

Good luck