My GSD has under devolped toes on her rear two legs. Was this caused by a birth defect that her parents carried? Can she pass this defect to her puppies if she is bred? Should she be bred? I am asking this because i have had numerous requests to breed her. I want to find out what is going to be best for my dog. Thanks Again for everyone's help.
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Could be, Nick. Unfortunately, dog genetics is a pretty complicated issue. There are a ton of defects/flaws that can easily pass from one generation to the next. Your bitch must be a real nice dog, which is why people want a pup from her, but it is not worth the potential heartache to say nothing of the headaches!
Carol Boche Webboard User Reg: 10-30-2005
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Unfortunately I would have to say that if this were my dog, she would never be bred.
And also reference your other post about OFA Cert: No you do not have to but again, I would do it for my own "peace of mind" if I were going to breed her.
Just my opinion.
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Is this rear dew claws? I did not think that they were unheard of in GSD newborns. The breeders that I know of have them removed within a few days of birth.
Nice looking dog, well in her toes, I dont know, I 'm not sure that it is a gentic defect that will reproduce itself,I would ask you vet what he thought. Good luck with her. http://s141.photobucket.com/albums/r77/cadogancna/
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Well, this is my opinion so take it with a grain of salt, but the general rule is to breed to improve the breed ONLY. Anything that would interfere with the working ability of the breed (even the AKC pays lip service to this) is considered a fault and should not be bred. I would imagine that underdeveloped toes fall into this catagory.
Unless you could be sure beyond a reasonable doubt that it's not a hereditary condition, I wouldn't breed her. People, innocently or not, perpetuating faults in dogs are doing a disservice to the breed. Those known as back yard breeders are not always evil Dr. Frankensteins. Often times, they are unaware of the bad things they're doing. I prefer to call them "armchair breeders." You need a TON of knowledge to be a good breeder, and excellent dogs.
She is gorgeous, and I understand your interest. I mean this in a friendly way, but I wouldn't buy a pup from a mother with that condition.
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