Not at all - noone said the pregnancy should be terminated on the basis that they are cross;
The reason why mismate sounds a better idea is simplye because:
- OP planned for pure breeding in the future - so a good well researched stud to match the bitch
- this was an accident
- no home lined up - risks of pups ending up in rescue in the current climate
- no history on the male - no health check - no knowledge of temperament etc
- i am assuming no health check yet of the bitch
- responsibility of breeder to give life back up for pups - heavy burden
So it could end up being a very expensive and very dangerous accident.
Crosses are fine by me (to be honest only as long as it does not touch the breeds I am most fond of lol I admit that) as long as it is done safely and responsibly; which means health checks and homes lined up (and preferrably a reason to breed...)

Lets not get into a cross debate - I believe everyone would say mostly the same if the accident had happened with an unknown labrador.

Thanks... I didnt realise it was such an emotive issue. I will get in touch with the vet tommorow to make sure she doesnt have the litter...not a fan of crossing breeds myself. I have always had labradors and only ever black ones and they are proven to be fab with the kids.
I wasnt ready to breed her at this time just after some good quality advice which I have received so thanks everyone

The OP has suggested in here opening post that she is intending to breed her labrador, Maybe she is after a show bitch or there is another reason that they are wanting a litter, by continuing with this litter she is going to put her original breeding plan back by a year.

Great decision, I for one hope that you stay around and give us a chance, please at the very least keep us up to date on the outcome of this unforunate event.
Hope that your sons head is on the mend also.
All the very best to you. It is very refreshing when people listen and take on board advise offered.

I for one have absolutey nothing against crosses! A few people could tell you that. I don't get involved with the cross breed arguments on here. I actually found that a sweeping statement.

I do however belive in breeding for reasons and especially h/t. This bitch might not be health tested and cleared, nor the stud. That to me is reason NOT to have a litter of puppies.

The litter could well hold many many problems that could cause them a short life span or a painful one..................even both. At least with testing/clearing then the pups stand a chance of a very healthy long life.

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Hey Roman dog
Well done for making the right decision!
I hope when you do get your girl tested that everything is great & you end up with a fantastic litter of labbies
Best of luck!!!

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emotive issue!

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Monty LabxGSD 1972-1982
Jody Black Lab1982-1999
KizzyLabx Goldie 1983-1994
Larry Yellow Lab 1985-1993
Charlie Black Lab 1986 -1997
Ben Yellow Lab 1985-1999
Pud Choc Lab 1989-2003
Bridgit Black Lab 1991-2004
Floss Yellow Lab1992-2006
Millie Yellow Lab1994-2010
My boy Ted, my first my last my everything.Golden Retriever 1/8/98-28/6/2011

Please stick around and join in on all sorts of animal subjects! I applaud you on your descion. I am not against crosses, i love all dogs no matter what breed or heinz 57, it was just the situation that your girl fell pregnant in.

I also love black Labs! I had one a male called Zulu. He was gorgeous and superb with my daughter who was born after he came.

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great decision Romandog

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tottally agree with you