Not sure if this should be here or on the breeding forum which is where I spend most of my time at the moment, but I just wanted to say thanks very much to all the people who have so patiently answered my many queries. After 20 odd years in dogs I thought I was quite an expert but breeding my first litter has shown me I have so much still to learn.
I am also new to computers and the internet but I am so glad I found this place and learnt how to work it. Champdogs is an absolute mine of information. There have been many questions I have wanted to ask but a search of the archives soon reveals the answer I was looking for
So Thanks very much again for all the help and advice and for making a newcomer feel welcome.

How nice. :)  I think that you'll find that folks here are friendly and helpful to anyone who wants to learn.  But not quite so to helpful to back yard breeders or those who produce pet pups to sell. ;) :)