pibby and holly
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Hey guys. No, this was not planned but I am going to do all I have too for this work. Thats why I turned to all of my great friends here. I didnt not even realize Holly was coming into heat. I am very excited though! I may be a grand-ma!! i am doing my homework…..and All the helpful tips u wanna share, please do.
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July 1, 2008 @ 4:19 pm
Might be a bad idea. But if you want tips, make sure you have a few hundred dollars to spare in case Holly needs a c-section and for the pups vet visits.
July 1, 2008 @ 4:37 pm
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Might be a big mistake. But if you want tips, make sure you have few hundred extra dollars laying around in case Holly needs a c-section and for the puppys vets visits.
If it was unplanned to prevent it again you could get Pibby fixed and have Holly fixed after she gives birth.
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July 1, 2008 @ 5:54 pm
OK i walked away and came back before posting.
I have to agree with TJ.
Melissa, not only to you have to worry about Holly having difficulties, are you prepared to stay with her 24-7 from day 59 to the day she gives birth. Or having someone resposible enough to do so. C-Section no matter the time of day is VERY expencive. Then you have to worry about vet care for the litter. It is NOT easy to take care of a litter of pups, granted Mama does most of the work for the first few weeks, but you have bedding to change and wash, Mama will have midnight accidents, especailly if she eats a placenta, and i am not talking just a little turd I am talking major liquid that smells to high heaven. Puppies are fun and they are cute but they are alot of work especially when Mama has weaned them and you get to take care of it ALL!!
I would suggest you keep them apart, and hope that she isnt. If she is, talk with your vet to have ALL your questions answered, and have a plan ready in case something goes wrong. I was lucky and have my Rosie who was AMAZING at whelpng and at being a mother. But you also take the risk of Holly wanting nothing to do with pups, which can and does happen. I will be here if you need me. But I think you need to rethink it all.
I also wanted to ask, how is thier structure, temprament, drives, health? Those are just a few things to consider BEFORE you even attempt to breed. Also do you have good homes lined up for these pups?
I read for two years about breeding and whelping, before I bred Matilda, and then joined here thinking i knew alot, when in fact I hadnt even scratched the surface. I still learn something new all the time. Alot of the breeders who were regulars on here at that time have moved on. but I will help out as much as I can. i just ask that you seriously rethink this. BIG snuggles!!!
Kendra
July 1, 2008 @ 5:57 pm
Melissa, you should think hard and long whether you want to risk Holly’s life just so you can become a grandma. Having puppies is a very serious decision. There are way too many accidental puppies in this world. Holly could have complications and require a C-section. This is VERY expensive. Then, after the pups are born, at the least, they require vet visits, shots, etc. etc. Also, expensive.
I would again recommend that you call your Vet and ask for advice. He might be able to abort the pups and then you could have both Pibby and Holly fixed. Otherwise, it could happen again. Holly and Pibby would be much healthier and happier. We are your friends here. PM me if you would like to.
July 1, 2008 @ 7:49 pm
Hi Melissa,
Accidents do happen and you are not the first HDB member to post an accidental tie happened and then are expecting a litter, and I am sure it won’t be the last.
I would check with your vet right away and see what he has to say about it and have him explain the whole process to you from now until the pups would be born so you know what you would be getting into and what it entails.
As some have posted if you feel this is not a good thing for you right now (having cuddly puppies aside) there are some options for you and for Holly your vet can perform to prevent this litter, but you have to decide fairly quickly.
What ever you decide there are seasoned doxie owners here who have offered their expertise and advise if you need it.
Good luck and give Mr. Pibbs and Holly a hug from us!
Baxter and Bette
July 1, 2008 @ 9:12 pm
You can still have a dog spayed within 2-3 weeks after a tie or they can administer an ECP (hormone) shot given 1 week apart however it will bring a dog right back in heat and she can be re-bred. I would opt for a spay immediately. Check with your local humane society as they may offer a SNAP cert. (spay-neuter-assistance program) through the Bob Barker foundation which can cover the total cost of the spay. Call your local vet immediately for details or your local humane society as this may be of little or no cost to you and save you from unnecessary worry over Miss Holly.
We wish you the best
spanky
July 6, 2008 @ 9:15 pm
Anybody heard anything new about this?