Medical expenses for the bitch should include health exams, hip and elbow x-rays , checks for infection, extra food, veterinary examinations, ultrasound, vaccinations, whelping equipment and supplies and so on. The owner of the stud dog may well require a number of tests before breeding to your bitch. Plus, your dog or bitch must be at least two years old before x-rays can determine the presence of hip displasia. But the major advantage of owning a purebred dog is that you can pretty much rely on the consistency of type and temperament throughout the breed. The carefully bred bloodhound from a quality litter will be just a wonderful as your beloved pet.
Many good breeders have champions at home that are never bred.
Even though they may be titled dogs, they still might not be of high enough quality for breeding stock. She should have one litter before she's spayed. There is absolutely no medical or psychological reason for this old wives tale. Veterinarians who still give this advice are behind the times. Find another vet.