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DayDreamer · 07-18-2006, 03:11 PM

I have just inherited 2 yorkie pups, one male and one female and I would like to breed them later. They are considered very small I'm told. They are akc registered. I have no clue what the puppies should be sold for. They are not related. I would normally not breed dogs because I have never had the desire to before but I've heard that yorkies are very desired dogs by some. I would like to use the money for a storage building that I've been wanting. Now in order to get the building I need to know how the price of each puppy so I can figure how many litters she'll have to have. After that I will get her fixed. I only need enough puppies to get my building and I figure since they are AKC registered they should bring in some money. Am I right or was I misinformed?

Yorkie3 · 07-18-2006, 03:17 PM

I'm sorry, but you have got to be kidding, right? If you're only doing it for the money then you'd better get a second job, because no one breeds for the money. They do it for the love of the breed and to try and meet the breed standards. I think you were totally misinformed.

Breeze · 07-18-2006, 03:20 PM

OMG! I hope you are kidding. Yorkies are not money making machines, breeding should only be done for the love of the breed and those who do it properly can tell you there is no money to be made.

ytsirk27 · 07-18-2006, 03:21 PM

This has to be a joke because if its not than you need to step away from the dogs and not even breed. I mean really..."so i can figure how many litters she needs to have?".WTF........sorry I understand your new but that should not come with stupidness. JMHO

yorkiegirl2 · 07-18-2006, 03:21 PM

The reasons you are giving are not good reasons to breed Yorkies or any other dogs..
If you are serious about breeding it takes money to invest in sound dogs with no genetic defects.
If you do not.. you are setting yourself up for heartache and passing this heartache along to someone who buy a dog from you. Believe me.. I know.. When I started out I bought a male dog for breeding and this dog was not cheap. I had the dog 2 month and it started having severe seizures. The dog cost me 500 dollar on top of what I gave for him to get him lined out and then gave him away to a good home. The breeder wanted nothing to go with me or the dog and is still breeding these dogs knowing she is producing other dogs with problems. There is no way I would breed this dog and put someone else through the heartache.
Do have to have enough money IF the dog needs a C-SECTION.
If you do not have a sound female you can lose pups and the mother. Then you have lost everything.
You need
Testing on both dog to make sure they are OK to breed.
STD on both dogs
Eyes , Ears, Heart, Lungs
Check for Elbow Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation
Bile duct testing for liver shunt
These are just scratching the surface of thing you need to know..
Lost work, lost of sleep, bottle feeding pup when mom won’t.
Keeping the pups for 8-12 week
Shot for pups, tail docking, dewclaws removed.
Anyone can throw two dogs together but If you are wanting to be a responsible breeder. Then, you need to study up on the breed, the faults and defects to watch out for ..
I hope you do not want to produce ,floppy eared , long legged, unhealthy dogs….that becomes homeless or in shelters.
If you do …. your name will get passed around from those who buys from you and no one will buy a pup from you. FOOD for thought

Lacy's Mom · 07-18-2006, 03:27 PM

Most litters are going to cost you money, not make you money and if you're lucky you will break even. Yorkies sometimes only have 2 pups and a C-section with Yorkies is definitely a possibility (and expensive, especially in the middle of the night or on a weekend) not to mention, puppy vaccinations, worming, whelping supplies, puppy dew claw removal, puppy tail docking, x-rays, ultrasounds, advertising, time off of work (for whelping and it is always a possibility that you will have to take off a lot more time for handfeeding), routine vet calls, special foods and supplies, etc.

If you are trying to raise money, have a garage sale you will be getting rid of junk you don't need anyway.

sylvan · 07-18-2006, 03:34 PM

Hi Welcome to yt!
sorry but you were misinformed. If I were not breeding yorkies as a hobby I would be driving a cute little convertible sportscar instead of my Honda, I would have a much nicer wardrobe, go on expensive vacations and eat out instead of having tuna on saltines for dinner. I hope you are able to just enjoy your yorkies as the wonderful pets they can be. If you are looking to make money, you may want to think about becoming a vet, mine is doing pretty well, lol.

cheryl000 · 07-18-2006, 03:55 PM

He's an idea... if you want to make money for a storage building. Work and save your money up with a real job. People making money off of the backs of dogs is messed up. If your dogs are as small as you say they are then she will probably have difficulty with birth requiring a c-section. Which requires more money, about $600 and all of the puppies can still not live. And if you don't care about her life and she dies then there goes your "investment."

Do the dogs a favor and "make money" selling them to people who will love them for who they are and not for how much money potential they supposedly come with. You can get at least $600 each from your 2 puppies that way.

DayDreamer · 07-18-2006, 04:01 PM

Ok, apparently I was misinformed. I know nothing about dogs and was listening to a woman who breeds chis and she told me that she does pretty good as far as making money with the sales. She also loves her dogs very much. I don't see how me breeding them for a purpose would make me a mean person. I did NOT in fact realize everything that I would have to take into consideration before breeding though. My "Friend" said that if it weren't for her dogs she wouldn't be able to afford her farm and I have been to her place and her dogs are inside the house and very well pampered. She was unsure about yorkies though which is why I came here. I will definately re-consider the selling although if I did it would be for the money. What is wrong with that? If I lose money then I will learn. As long as their physical and emotional needs are met there shouldn't be a problem. As for being able to afford a c-section as someone put it...yes I can. I could afford the darn building also if my hubby wasn't so hard headed. It is for my gardening equipment and he has stated that since I blow so much money I have to pay for it on my own.

DayDreamer · 07-18-2006, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by cheryl000

He's an idea... if you want to make money for a storage building. Work and save your money up with a real job. People making money off of the backs of dogs is messed up. If your dogs are as small as you say they are then she will probably have difficulty with birth requiring a c-section. Which requires more money, about $600 and all of the puppies can still not live. And if you don't care about her life and she dies then there goes your "investment."

Do the dogs a favor and "make money" selling them to people who will love them for who they are and not for how much money potential they supposedly come with. You can get at least $600 each from your 2 puppies that way.

Like I just posted, I am not a mean person. This building is a luxery item that hubby does not want to finance right now. Don't worry about me getting a "real job" it's really none of your business. I didn't post for personal attacks. Just answering my question would have been good enough. I must say that this place is not as friendly as it appears before you post. I agree that my post was a bit to the point. I'm not the type to beat around the bush but it's not like I'm going to breed their furry little heads off. That is one reason why I asked exactley how much they went for. I would get them fixed asap. I would not continue breeding.

Thank you yorkiegirl2 for all of the info you put up. It really makes me understand what I would have to consider.

chachi · 07-18-2006, 04:13 PM

I dont know if Ohio is the same as Indiana but here the going price is much lower than other States. I paid $600 for a male and the females were $900. Her prices were about the same as others listed in the paper.

cheryl000 · 07-18-2006, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by DayDreamer

Like I just posted, I am not a mean person. This building is a luxery item that hubby does not want to finance right now. Don't worry about me getting a "real job" it's really none of your business. I didn't post for personal attacks. Just answering my question would have been good enough. I must say that this place is not as friendly as it appears before you post. I agree that my post was a bit to the point. I'm not the type to beat around the bush but it's not like I'm going to breed their furry little heads off. That is one reason why I asked exactley how much they went for. I would get them fixed asap. I would not continue breeding.

Thank you yorkiegirl2 for all of the info you put up. It really makes me understand what I would have to consider.

I am sorry if you consider what I said a personal attack. We all just love yorkies very much and I felt like your concern was more for the money than than your yorkies. You even said yourself that you had NO intrest in breeding yorkies before but it's just for the money. Good breeders fall in love with the breed first, study the breed and breeding, then carefuly pick out breeding quality dogs from special bloodlines. And that is just the beginning... I have respect for good breeders because it entails very hard work and some loss and despair.
Anyways, you got your answer about the money. I hope you build a very pretty shed, although if you didn't know I think they sell them at Wal-Mart for affordable prices. If you do decide to breed I hope you do it for the right reasons. Good luck.

lolabella · 07-18-2006, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by DayDreamer

Like I just posted, I am not a mean person. This building is a luxery item that hubby does not want to finance right now. Don't worry about me getting a "real job" it's really none of your business. I didn't post for personal attacks. Just answering my question would have been good enough. I must say that this place is not as friendly as it appears before you post. I agree that my post was a bit to the point. I'm not the type to beat around the bush but it's not like I'm going to breed their furry little heads off. That is one reason why I asked exactley how much they went for. I would get them fixed asap. I would not continue breeding.

Thank you yorkiegirl2 for all of the info you put up. It really makes me understand what I would have to consider.

Sorry that you've experienced the unfriendly side of Yorkie Talk, but please do not see this as a representation of how things work around here. As a rule people cannot and should not personally attack you, or they will get suspended or banned.
The reason everyone is so passionate about the particular topic you posted about has to do with many questions and experiences that have been shared on this forum. There are many Yorkie owners that did not know about the breed before paying a lot of money on their pups and had awful experiences with breeders that breed just for money. Puppies have gone to their new homes sick, some of them did not survive. That is heartbreaking to hear every time. Also, some pups that have been sold as Yorkies are sometimes not Yorkies at all.
I know many people here are sick of breeders that are in it for the money that advertise "teacup" Yorkies, which is something that does not exist. As Yorkie lovers, we all want Yorkies to be healthy animals that are as close to the standard as possible. Furthermore, usually breeders that are in it for the money are not concerned about what happens to the pups that are sold. Many people here believe that the pups that are sold are the breeder's responsibility. Would you sell the pup to a family that you know are not going to take proper care of the pup? What if an irresponsible person buys a pup to breed its "furry little head off"? There are many questions that you should answer for yourself (not here of course) before you decide to start breeding.
Anyway, I think I've said enough. Sorry you felt attacked but it is a very sensitive issue because our Yorkies are our babies. Please stick around because I am sure you will find so much valuable information here. Best wishes.

Peters · 07-18-2006, 05:20 PM

you shouldn't breed your dogs for money maybe you should find them homes elsewhere. females shouldn't be bred if they are under 4 lbs or 2year sold there's alot in it not just ,ating having puppys selling them the female could die the puppys need shots worming dew claws tails its alot of time and money and effort they shouldn't be used just for you to get something you want like thatbut prices on yorkies depend on size papers where your located all kinds of things but you should also consider who would buy them? breeders brokers puppy mills kennels you never know so better of not to take a chance just because you inherited some cute little dogs you could possibly make money off of its not always the money thats most important!

ButterflyYorkie · 07-18-2006, 05:29 PM

Oh my goodness, I would bet 3/4 of the people on this site did not purchase their yorkie from a show breeder; but from a breeder who only "breeds" and is compensated. I say we give this lady the advice she needs and maybe try to steer her in the right direction for the sake of the puppies she may produce someday. Best wishes,

07-18-2006, 03:11 PM	#1
DayDreamer Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: ohio Posts: 10	What is the going price? I have just inherited 2 yorkie pups, one male and one female and I would like to breed them later. They are considered very small I'm told. They are akc registered. I have no clue what the puppies should be sold for. They are not related. I would normally not breed dogs because I have never had the desire to before but I've heard that yorkies are very desired dogs by some. I would like to use the money for a storage building that I've been wanting. Now in order to get the building I need to know how the price of each puppy so I can figure how many litters she'll have to have. After that I will get her fixed. I only need enough puppies to get my building and I figure since they are AKC registered they should bring in some money. Am I right or was I misinformed?

07-18-2006, 03:17 PM	#2
Yorkie3 Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,685	I'm sorry, but you have got to be kidding, right? If you're only doing it for the money then you'd better get a second job, because no one breeds for the money. They do it for the love of the breed and to try and meet the breed standards. I think you were totally misinformed. __________________ Janet

07-18-2006, 03:34 PM	#7
sylvan YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Eastern PA Posts: 2,484	Hi Welcome to yt! sorry but you were misinformed. If I were not breeding yorkies as a hobby I would be driving a cute little convertible sportscar instead of my Honda, I would have a much nicer wardrobe, go on expensive vacations and eat out instead of having tuna on saltines for dinner. I hope you are able to just enjoy your yorkies as the wonderful pets they can be. If you are looking to make money, you may want to think about becoming a vet, mine is doing pretty well, lol. __________________ Stacy and the crew

07-18-2006, 04:01 PM	#9
DayDreamer Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: ohio Posts: 10	Ok, apparently I was misinformed. I know nothing about dogs and was listening to a woman who breeds chis and she told me that she does pretty good as far as making money with the sales. She also loves her dogs very much. I don't see how me breeding them for a purpose would make me a mean person. I did NOT in fact realize everything that I would have to take into consideration before breeding though. My "Friend" said that if it weren't for her dogs she wouldn't be able to afford her farm and I have been to her place and her dogs are inside the house and very well pampered. She was unsure about yorkies though which is why I came here. I will definately re-consider the selling although if I did it would be for the money. What is wrong with that? If I lose money then I will learn. As long as their physical and emotional needs are met there shouldn't be a problem. As for being able to afford a c-section as someone put it...yes I can. I could afford the darn building also if my hubby wasn't so hard headed. It is for my gardening equipment and he has stated that since I blow so much money I have to pay for it on my own. Last edited by simonandhallie; 07-18-2006 at 04:33 PM.

07-18-2006, 04:13 PM	#11
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	I dont know if Ohio is the same as Indiana but here the going price is much lower than other States. I paid $600 for a male and the females were $900. Her prices were about the same as others listed in the paper. __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

07-18-2006, 03:20 PM	#3
Breeze Puppy Luv Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 2,678	OMG! I hope you are kidding. Yorkies are not money making machines, breeding should only be done for the love of the breed and those who do it properly can tell you there is no money to be made.

07-18-2006, 03:21 PM	#4
ytsirk27 BANNED FOR SCAMMING MEMBERS! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 2,811	This has to be a joke because if its not than you need to step away from the dogs and not even breed. I mean really..."so i can figure how many litters she needs to have?".WTF........sorry I understand your new but that should not come with stupidness. JMHO

07-18-2006, 03:21 PM	#5
yorkiegirl2 YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 2,394	The reasons you are giving are not good reasons to breed Yorkies or any other dogs.. If you are serious about breeding it takes money to invest in sound dogs with no genetic defects. If you do not.. you are setting yourself up for heartache and passing this heartache along to someone who buy a dog from you. Believe me.. I know.. When I started out I bought a male dog for breeding and this dog was not cheap. I had the dog 2 month and it started having severe seizures. The dog cost me 500 dollar on top of what I gave for him to get him lined out and then gave him away to a good home. The breeder wanted nothing to go with me or the dog and is still breeding these dogs knowing she is producing other dogs with problems. There is no way I would breed this dog and put someone else through the heartache. Do have to have enough money IF the dog needs a C-SECTION. If you do not have a sound female you can lose pups and the mother. Then you have lost everything. You need Testing on both dog to make sure they are OK to breed. STD on both dogs Eyes , Ears, Heart, Lungs Check for Elbow Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation Bile duct testing for liver shunt These are just scratching the surface of thing you need to know.. Lost work, lost of sleep, bottle feeding pup when mom won’t. Keeping the pups for 8-12 week Shot for pups, tail docking, dewclaws removed. Anyone can throw two dogs together but If you are wanting to be a responsible breeder. Then, you need to study up on the breed, the faults and defects to watch out for .. I hope you do not want to produce ,floppy eared , long legged, unhealthy dogs….that becomes homeless or in shelters. If you do …. your name will get passed around from those who buys from you and no one will buy a pup from you. FOOD for thought

07-18-2006, 03:27 PM	#6
Lacy's Mom YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 3,065	Most litters are going to cost you money, not make you money and if you're lucky you will break even. Yorkies sometimes only have 2 pups and a C-section with Yorkies is definitely a possibility (and expensive, especially in the middle of the night or on a weekend) not to mention, puppy vaccinations, worming, whelping supplies, puppy dew claw removal, puppy tail docking, x-rays, ultrasounds, advertising, time off of work (for whelping and it is always a possibility that you will have to take off a lot more time for handfeeding), routine vet calls, special foods and supplies, etc. If you are trying to raise money, have a garage sale you will be getting rid of junk you don't need anyway.

07-18-2006, 03:55 PM	#8
cheryl000 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: none Posts: 1,495	He's an idea... if you want to make money for a storage building. Work and save your money up with a real job. People making money off of the backs of dogs is messed up. If your dogs are as small as you say they are then she will probably have difficulty with birth requiring a c-section. Which requires more money, about $600 and all of the puppies can still not live. And if you don't care about her life and she dies then there goes your "investment." Do the dogs a favor and "make money" selling them to people who will love them for who they are and not for how much money potential they supposedly come with. You can get at least $600 each from your 2 puppies that way.

07-18-2006, 05:20 PM	#14
Peters YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,225	you shouldn't breed your dogs for money maybe you should find them homes elsewhere. females shouldn't be bred if they are under 4 lbs or 2year sold there's alot in it not just ,ating having puppys selling them the female could die the puppys need shots worming dew claws tails its alot of time and money and effort they shouldn't be used just for you to get something you want like thatbut prices on yorkies depend on size papers where your located all kinds of things but you should also consider who would buy them? breeders brokers puppy mills kennels you never know so better of not to take a chance just because you inherited some cute little dogs you could possibly make money off of its not always the money thats most important!

07-18-2006, 05:29 PM	#15
ButterflyYorkie YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NC Posts: 743	Oh my goodness, I would bet 3/4 of the people on this site did not purchase their yorkie from a show breeder; but from a breeder who only "breeds" and is compensated. I say we give this lady the advice she needs and maybe try to steer her in the right direction for the sake of the puppies she may produce someday. Best wishes,