[Carters Mom]

Pat:

I definitely see your point.

With so many things that can go wrong in the yorkie breed, I wouldn't want to purchase a pup from someone who knew little to nothing about their dogs they are breeding.

I can remember a while back, someone posted about Legges-parthes (I'm sure I didn't spell that correctly) and how upset they were when they found out their pup had this problem. If I'm remembering correctly, the breeder didn't take any responsibility for this trait being passed on to the pup this member purchased.

In my opinion (not a scientific opinion or from talking to vets or yorkie owners), the breeder should have knowledge of whether or not any trait that can eventually lead to a reduction in the quality of the pet's life has been present in the generations that precede the sire and dam.

I admire those breeders that truly know their stock. They definitely didn't find out everything overnight and it was not an easy process to learn all of that which they know.

I really admire your posts Pat!

Lisa