"Stud interest" issues?

[jeserah]

I never planned on breeding Khan, but a while ago somebody asked if they could pair him with their female. I dropped the issue and ended up not pursuing the breeding, as Khan wasn't, and maybe still isn't, sexually mature. The breeding would have been in a couple of months, when he matured.

I won't say that he's not a beautiful dragon, but I'm also a biased mom however, I am wondering what protocol is when somebody asks or wants to use your dragon's, erm, genetics. Do you think this is Kosher? If this ever happens again and I'm comfortable with the situation should I ask for a "stud fee" or a couple of the offspring (not that I have room for babies right now, haha).

What it comes down to is that I want Khan to be happy. As an educated parent, I don't want to force him to do anything, but I know that baby-making is part of their genetics too. I also don't want to bring more dragons into this world if they're not going to be properly taken care of. I probably won't let him breed, but then again????

 

[jharris08]

the main concerns in my opinion would be first of all making sure that both dragons are healthy, parasite free and of age to breed. most people say about 12-18 months old for a male and 18-24 months for a female.
if those circumstances are met, then I say go for it as long as you or the other person is prepared for egg laying, incubation, and taking care of a lot of little hatchlings with voracious appetites.
working out a deal is up to you...maybe rent the male out, or ask for a % of profit on hatchlings, or a couple hatchlings from the pair for you to have as pets or sell on your own...w/e works best for you.