Sabine - an ordeal - a lesson for Aspiring Breeders - Page 3

joanie · #21 07-21-2001, 08:41 AM

my boxer just had puppies Tuesday night and i lost the very first one that was born and it broke my heart. So i dont know exactly what you went through but i know it breaks your heart when you loose one, and i really did try to save it i even did CPR. But she did go on to have six more. So i am really sorry about the lose of your puppies. Joanie

Samson · #22 08-06-2001, 08:06 PM

I am so sorry to read of the sad time you have been going through. Thank you so much for sharing what has happened so others, like myself, may learn what you may have to endure if you decide to breed.

boxerkids · #23 10-03-2001, 11:51 PM

Matt, I'm so sorry to heaar about your loss.
Congratulations on saving the four little puppies, one day may they find loving owners who will fight for them just as you fought for them to begin their lives.

tingoddess · #24 10-05-2001, 04:46 PM

I'm rooting for the puppies! Let's face it, breeding is not to be taken lightly. I have discouraged many, many people from bring litters unnecessarily into the world with horror stories like the one just described. The people I've told these stories too have been very naive pet owners, these aren't even necessarily dogs worthy of breeding. I tell them, why would you want to risk your beloved family pet to possible tragedy. As any breeder knows, we weigh the risks everytime we do it, praying for a positive outcome.

PSUHeather · #25 07-31-2002, 12:35 PM

I hope that the survivng four continue to improve and romp. You have been through such a trying time. Some day I'd like to breed, but I won't until (or if) I can do it right. I have a lot to learn and earn to do it. I'm glad to hear responsible breeders such as yourself sending out messages of truth to educate and not fuzzy-wuzzy images of cute babies.

BoxerLuv82 · #26 12-02-2003, 06:37 PM

Hi Matt, I know I'm about 2 years late on this thread but I'm new to BW. Your story struggle was such a difficult one and I am so sorry for your loss. I have to ask, how did the four remaining puppies do?

I only hope that there are more dedicated people like you out there. I have great respect for responsible breeders, and actually I'm hoping to one day become a breeder. At this moment I'm not ready in the least bit but I'm gathering up as much information and experience as possible before attempting it.

My blessings to you and your furbabies.

Claudia & Rocky kingicon

sashamom · #27 12-02-2003, 09:18 PM

Bless you and my heart aches for you...I will have to shamely admit that after the first 4 or 5 paragraphs, I could not even finish reading your post....how sad and my hat is off to you for being so caring and diligent in making sure your babies are taken care of....I hope things get better for you...and you were very brave and smart for posting.....every little bit of knowledge helps! God speed your broken heart and we send lots of love and prayers to you!
Sasha and Lisa

Shanz · #28 11-03-2004, 06:35 PM

im very sorry foryour ordeal, but im glad to see that you were willing to put in all the money and effrot you did to try to save these babies

gretchensmom · #29 04-08-2005, 10:50 AM

I am a new mom and was considering breeding my beautiful girl, (not to sell, just to add to the family) and have changed my mind. I can not begin to say how sorry I am for your losses, and hope the remaining 4 have a healthy, fullfilled life with wonderful people. I could'nt imagine keeping it together for so long an ordeal. I would not be prepared for such an emotional roller coaster. I hope some others read this, and as I have, realize that breeding may not be right for them. Good luck with your 4 beaties and God bless.

Cindy, mom to Gretchen, beautiful flashy fawn, natural ears, docked tail.

Upstatestuff · #30 04-21-2005, 01:26 PM

I know this is a really old thread... but... I was just wondering in everyone's opinion, why did the puppies get kennel cough from their mother? Aren't the bitches pre-screened for all of these things? I thought that the mothers milk had antibodies that protected the puppies from these things. I am a nurse and I understand the pathophysiology involved in all of this, and that sometimes you just can't anticipate why a baby of any species won't thrive, but I was just curious.

Thanks!