thanks guys for the reply. i really appreciate the advice 4myneo do you have any back up(online proof) for what you said you scared me to death i am breeding amstaff and we(I) have only one male in the country and only one female i need this breeding for the sake of keeping what i have. i will not be able to import again due to goverment regulations(i know i can wait for the next heat but she is on right now) and she is almost 2 yrs. i have skip one heat ( due to some advice from this site) and i want a litter any advice is welcome no use taking to the vet again as he is recovering nicely and the result of the sperm count will be out ONLY after my female will be out of season.(friday or monday) looking forward for your reply ANYBODY ELSE PLEASE troy who is sarah. can she please help. i know i was the tough guy but sometimes even the toughest need help :oops: