Hello from Malta...

[Clayton]

Hi friends, it’s Clayton from Malta! You remember me?? Last year my dog Ellie (black pug) gave birth to six puppies! Now I have just breed her again and she is two weeks pregnant (I hope!). From last year, I bought another female pug, this time a fawn one! Her name is Melina and yesterday she had the first sing of heat!! She is 1 year old and very healthy... do you think i can breed her now?

[Luvbean25]

Personally I would never consider breeding a bitch until at least 2 years old. They are still puppies. If you are breeding for health and soundness how will you know what problems your bitch has if you breed her to early? I just could not imagine breeding my 12 month old puppy.

[shaynapug]

I usually do not breed my girls until they are older as I don't breed them until they are finished Champions.

It is my understanding that a girl should not be bred until they are at least 18 months old.....and are in their 3rd season.

[Almandine]

Hi Clayton!

I'd say 3rd season too. Wish just had her second season and I don't think she is mature enough for motherhood yet. I think pugs are fairly slow to mature and it's nice to let them enjoy their puppyhood