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02-13-2008, 02:38 AM | #1 |
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| What do you think of this breeder? She breeds both Yorkies and Maltese, for show. She also breeds "others to achieve the tiny-babydoll look not found in standard representations of the breeds." However, that's not my problem here. My problem is that when I called her the other day (inquiring about her litters of Yorkies I'd e-mailed about), and she starts explaining exactly what she has, she has one Yorkie/Maltese CROSS that she's selling for $1,200! She said she had had some work done a few months ago on her house, and her CH. Maltese female was in the kitchen, and that one of the workers let in one her male Yorkies and he got her pregnant. She is a member of the American Maltese Association, but not the YTCA. Isn't this against a breed club's rules, to engage in SELLING a crossbred dog, even if it WAS an accident? Do you think I should look elsewhere for my Yorkie? I'm a first-time owner, and I've been searching for over two years. Her prices are pretty high (she has a tiny male for $2500, and tiny female for $3500), but this litter is Champion sired by one of her males that's a grandson of an International CH. I saw pics and he's beautiful! Most of the people I've been able to find with Yorkies that look the way I want live in other states or other countries, and they want even MORE money--as much as $4500 with shipping, and they have jerky policies in their contract. She's only an hour to 2 hour drive from me (I live in Toluca Lake, CA; she's in Lake Forest by Mission Viejo), but I don't know. This kind of seems like a serious breech of ethics for a show breeder. |
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02-13-2008, 05:09 AM | #2 |
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| As far as the Yorkie/Maltese cross puppies, accidents do happen and many people love the Morkies; many people would probably pay $1200 for a quality Morkie. Breed clubs set guidelines for ethics and breeding but they do not dictate what members ask for their pups. Are the prices you list for a pet Yorkie with limited registration? If that is the case then I would say the prices are high but if the Yorkies are show quality being sold on show contract then the price is reasonable. Prices for Yorkies vary greatly, depending on your geographic area. If you do your research you can find quality Yorkies at a more reasonable price. |
02-13-2008, 05:42 AM | #3 |
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| Yes, that's for a pet on limited registration. And my point is, is that I would think that if she's a breed club member and and a show breeder, she should NOT be selling a "Morkie". In my opinion there is NO such thing as a "quality" crossbred dog. A crossbred dog is, to put it frankly, a mutt, and dogs like that are simply not worth that much money, no matter who you or your dogs are. |
02-13-2008, 06:29 AM | #4 | |
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Donna Bird Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers | |
02-13-2008, 07:04 AM | #5 |
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| breeder Accidents do happen, but not often. IMO, mixes should be placed with friends or family, given away or for a very small fee, but I am a from the old breeders club. |
02-13-2008, 07:29 AM | #6 | |
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Now, to me the most unethical thing, if I am reading you correctly, you said she told you she "also breeds others to achieve the 'tiny baby doll look not found in the standard representations of the breed". It sound like she might be purposely breeding tiny Yorkies without consideration of the Yorkshire Terrier Standard. She is most likely not a member of the YTCA and could very well be in it just for the money but it is still possible that she has beautiful, healthy dogs. I, myself, would never pay that kind of money for a pet Yorkie. | |
02-13-2008, 08:34 AM | #7 |
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| JMO....Keep looking! There are many reputable breeder/exhibitors in your area. Try calling the local YT Club and ask for their help in locating one, or go to the YTCA web site for a list of breeders. You can find a good quality, healthy puppy from a respected breeder for far less than she is asking. I too don't believe in selling mixes for such outrageous prices, but again, that's just my opinion.
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02-13-2008, 08:41 AM | #8 | |
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I think you already know to keep looking. Deana Prestigeous Yorkies | |
02-13-2008, 12:16 PM | #9 |
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| I personally would not buy from this person. I think looking at breeders that are members of the YTCA or AMA is just a starting place...from there it is up to you to ask the right questions and determine if they are ethical or not. I'd be wary of buying from anyone that breeds more than one breed because of "accidents" like this. I'm one of those people that is most likely going to be "over the top" picky when I buy my next dog..it is so important for me to buy from the right breeder. I just wouldn't buy from anyone selling a mixed breed dog for a high price or purposely not breeding for what the standard calls for.
__________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue. |
02-13-2008, 01:00 PM | #10 | |
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02-13-2008, 01:20 PM | #11 |
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| Excuse me Brooklyn, just seems as if she was answering her own question So it appears as if she knew to keep looking, thats all JMHO Deana Prestigeous Yorkies |
02-13-2008, 01:27 PM | #12 | |
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02-13-2008, 01:33 PM | #13 |
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| Sorry I have been sick for a week prehaps I am just on edge from feeling yuckie Deana Prestigeous Yorkies |
02-13-2008, 01:38 PM | #14 | |
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02-13-2008, 01:40 PM | #15 |
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| While there are accidents, and I don't think one should be faulted for that neccesarily, if I were a show breeder that's certainly not something I would advertise. It wouldn't be an ABSOLUTE red flag, but it COULD be one. Does that make sense? Talk to some others who have bought a pup from her? If you can't find any, that should be a bad sign in itself. |
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