flatcoat lover do you not agree with any breeding? And if not wont that just totally wipe out all breeds? I am not exactly sure what I am doing wrong here? Our dogs are all very loved and looked after. We have never sold a puppy to anyone nor do we ever plan to. Our dogs are KCC registered and have no floors ie skin conditions eye problems or hip problems and our girl is always closely monitered by our bet when she is pregnant. I have read all the proper text books and listened to vets and show breeders opinions on how to breed and the reasons behind single births and puppy size and they vary greatly. I was just after a laymans opinion as I tend to value hands on experience and peoples varied opinions as much as those written and learnt from textbooks.