Re: [PyrNet-L] Re: pyrnet-l-digest.20000130

[JGentzel@aol.com]

In a message dated 2/1/00 6:05:35 PM Eastern Standard Time, bamb@monmouth.com 
writes:

<< Neither males nor females should be used for breeding until the
 age of 2 years and then only after they have had their hips
 x-rayed and they have been cleared of hip dysplaysia by the OFA
 or GDC. Any other health checks for problems in the breed should
 also be done prior to breeding. >>

Just out of curiosity, why do you suggest that the male be two years old 
before breeding assuming it has been checked and cleared in all areas i.e. 
hips, eyes, etc.

Joe