[Deborah Reid]

NZRottieMum, first I wanted to say Thank you very much for deciding to not go through with having your little girl whelp, thank you, from someone who loves our breed, as I can see you do as well.
Please understand that people did not mean to be hurtful or to accuse you of anything, all of us on this forum are here because of one thing, our love for our dogs, our love for this wonderful breed, and I am sure you feel the same!
Just the thought of a little 11 month old rottie girl having to go through the trauma of gestation and whelping makes our hearts jump! Not only for the safety and well-being of the puppies, but for the young female and the dangers she is facing.
I know it is not an easy decision, but rest assured, it is the right decision for your girl and for the puppies.
I didn't mean to say that you would put the puppies in shelters or abandon them, there is just so much involved in ethical and concientious breeding it can be overwhelming!
I am sure your vet meant well, but maybe he does not know very much about slow maturing breeds like the Rottweiler when he said that in nearly all cases dogs have a successful first litter. This is true, in mature, healthy dogs, but not the case in this instance.
Your concern about your Rottweiler female being too young was very valid! Whereas a small, fast maturing breed may be close to maturity at 11 months, a Rottweiler is far from it! They are still puppies.
Once again, please accept my sincere thanks for making this hard, but ethical and moral decision. Your little rottie girl will thank you for it too :)