litter question - Page 1

is it unusual for a female to have a ltter of only four and does it it mean that it is not a very good litter to choose a pup from ..i was told by someone that it is probably better i wait until the next litter before i choose a pup..reason why iam asking is because i have pick of the litter male and there is only one male ha ha....your expert advise would much appreciated

Whatr are your expectstions of a pick? If he satisfies your requirements, then enough said. Otherwise, he is not your pick. You could have a litter of 4 good pups just as you could have a litter of 10 pups and none satisfy your needs. Quantity is not a pre-requisite for quality. It is possible to have only one pup and that pup is outstanding. (depending on what you are looking for). Good luck. -Shak

thanks i was told that when it is a small litter the quality of pups is not as good.....guess it could have been worse she could have had 6 males

I prefer small litters! Pups have more one on one time with mom, are generally socialized more because of the smaller work load and more uniform in size because it's not such a competition among litter mates to eat. As Shak said...it depends on what your plans are and what you are looking for. I would judge the individual pup, not the litter size.

You're just a nervous wreck---Take a deep breath and calm down. I went on the website of the breeder-- they seem to be very nice dogs. Only three breeding females. A plus in my book--- those pups get plenty of attention---and she has kids. As for the litter having four puppies. I've read all that's been said, but I'd be happy---they got plenty of colostrum from their mother (especially, the first few critical days). Good immunity. The females are even young. I also would worry about years and years of vaccinations causing problems. No cause for concern here. Have you seen these puppies? Are they all fat and healthy looking? My main concern would be the mother of the litter. Is she a nice, friendly dog? If she is, go for it. It's very hard getting a new puppy when you've lost another much-loved dog. I know your concerns, espec- ially with all the different opinions you read on this board. I would want to interact with the male pup, though, and see if you feel you could have a connection with him. If so---just go for it. Good luck

just looking for a nice looking male with good drive and good temperment

thank you lmh you have made me feel much better