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Expert: Charlotte Sherrell, DVM - 9/25/2008


Question

the love of my life
Mu 1 yr old Min Pin was diagnosed last week with prostatitus and is being treated now. Will he be able to breed and produce healthy pups if treatment is successful?

Answer
Robin -

Your dog should be able to reproduce effectively if he receives his medicine properly and for the correct length of time.  You should also make sure the female he mates with has a clean bill of health before you get them together for breeding.

Best Regards,

Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

Expertise

General questions about the care and diseases of small animals

Experience

I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years; Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years

Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association American Association of Feline Practitioners Association of Shelter Veterinarians

Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University Extensive CE in Feline Medicine

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