LOL Caseysmom. Yeah, it is. Shamsky II, I think LOL.

You know what the funny thing is? BYBs *know* that certain breeds are prone to C-sections. So what do they do to cut down the costs? They breed the heads smaller or mix a bit of a thin-headed dog into the b*tch so that she'll produce Bulldogge looking pups---but with smaller heads. This technique is used within BYB/puppy mill Pekingeses and that's part of why the breeders refuse to get AKC registered. This also ruins the breed, and I can't believe that literally HALF of all the Pekes I see on the 'net look more like tibbies than Pekes. It's *ugh*, I won't even start. I wouldn't be surprised if this is what happened to your friend's Bulldogge. Also, I'd be on the lookout for screw tails and eye/hip problems later in life....Poor Bully...

Everyone here is so right. I will also add to Bckrazy's experience. On the Pekingese list, there are about three litters right now. I think two required C-section, and at least one had to be bottle fed because Mom didn't produce more than a few drops of milk. And Pekes have the exact same build, although maybe not as dramatic. They have large wide heads and thin, tidy hindquarters---perfect scenario for C-section.

Rather than discourage breeding, how about encourage responsible breeding? Look at the Bulldogge Club of America's website. They're bound to have a list of breeder refferals. Print the list out and give it to your friend to see or you can personally contact the breeder in your area to help you. Perhaps, then, she'll realize the work that goes into breeding since "we've never done it".