Hello,
Over the course of 30 years, I have bred Saint Bernards, Rotties, German Shepherds and Boston Terriers now I am hooked on Paps!!
I did alot of research, found great bloodlines had them both tested for PRA and looked into their history for genetic defaults. NOT a cheap or quick task – but highly worth it!!! I only breed when I have committed buyers and deposits. I have a 16 month old female and a seven month old male.
My questions – my female has come into her second heat cycle, her very furry vulva area is a mess! (Collects “debris” and dried yucks.) That is handle-able because God made soap and water for various reasons…my concern – when I do allow the male to have access, next year, is it recommended to trim up that area for easier access as well as sanitary reasons?
She has a great coat and I do not want her fur to grow in thiner or shorter. (I am showing her.)
Thank you for any help and suggestions.