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5:17 am
24 November 2010
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QuoteJack has his front left leg missing due to a car accident, will he still be able to breed? My concern is that Jack will struggle with clasping the female's loin. Thanks.
1:53 pm
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25 April 2007
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Hi Jack, thanks for joining us.
This question was answered by our resident vet, Dr. Wiltzius, earlier this year. In summary, what she said was:
"I do not think that this is a good idea, especially in a large breed
dog. The added weight of all of the pups would probably cause increased
stress on the remaining legs."
What kind of dog is Jack?
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Jack is a male, correct? Based on what I have seen three legged dogs do I can't imagine how breeding would pose much of a problem for him. That said, I have never seen a tripawd mating.
3:35 pm
24 November 2010
OfflineJack's a Jack Russell Terrier.
The female has all four legs so there's nothing to worry about there, I hope!
I'm no vet but if everything else is a go then it should be okay. That is if breeding is what you want to do. It's a lot of work. I love Jack Terriers. Lots of attitude! 
Fortis'Dad
4:02 pm
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14 August 2009
OfflineWelcome Jack's family,
What happened that he is three legged?
I would definitely get advice from your vet. If Jack has congenital issues, you wouldn't want to pass on any genetic defects.
Comet - 1999 to 2011She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
4:12 pm
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14 August 2009
OfflineDUH! Sorry I just re-read your post.
Comet - 1999 to 2011She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
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