If I were as dedicated a mom as you are, Dixie, and I had decided to breed my female, I think I'd have as much of a struggle as you're having right now.

Honey and Lilly never even knew their first heat, having been spayed at 5 months old.

But dedicated breeders are important, to keep the quality of the breed alive. And you have made a significant contribution towards that effort.

I voted "yes" to spay, but did so knowing what a final thing this is. Dixie's done her part, and you certainly saw the "fruits of your labor" at the birthday party!! We all did, and loved the pictures.