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2blkcatsmom · 11-02-2006, 10:08 AM

is it best to go with a breeder that keeps there dogs longer or does it matter i am looking into a few breeders one lets them go at 8 weeks and 2 others longer should i care

chachi · 11-02-2006, 10:10 AM

I would go with a breeder that keeps the pups 10-12 weeks. It is better for the puppy

annaschaben · 11-02-2006, 12:25 PM

I say 12 weeks is best for the pups.

CardsGrl · 11-02-2006, 12:58 PM

i agree with the longer deal too when i got my dixie she was not quite 8 weeks old and bless her heart she was so tiny and didnt have all hewr teeth in good yet i think that was hard on her but that is just my opinion i however got my little guy at 11 weeks and he was much better working with since he was a bit older and used to being away from mommy etc

fannie · 11-02-2006, 02:28 PM

I would definitely go with someone that keeps them longer. Plus I would question the ones that let them go early and see why they do that.

dizpatch · 11-02-2006, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 2blkcatsmom

is it best to go with a breeder that keeps there dogs longer or does it matter i am looking into a few breeders one lets them go at 8 weeks and 2 others longer should i care

I would go with the one that keeps them longer, the gal I got Annie from actually had a specific weight that she needed to get to. We did wait longer for her, but she is healthy and we have not had to deal with the hypoglocemic episodes, that often happens with the smaller, younger babies.
JMO

Breeze · 11-02-2006, 04:03 PM

Yes a breeder should keep the pups longer but thats just the start of how to choose a breeder. Heres a list to help you, its not one I've made up but its a place to start.

Some things to find out BEFORE you buy from a breeder:

1) How many litters do they produce in a year?

2) How old are the parents?

3) Have they had health testing done (eyes, heart, thyroid, hips/elbows and any other test pertaining to the breed simple vet exams aren't enough)

4) Can they show you proof of the test results?

5) Is their paperwork in order? (pedigrees, registrations,health tests, exams,medical records,etc)

6) Do they have references you can check out?

7) Are they opposed to you checking with their vet?

Cool Are they knowledgable about the breed(s) they are breeding/selling? (you should be as well so that you will know if it's hype you are hearing or truth)

9) Are their prices in reason with the quality, temperment, bloodlines,health testing done?

10) Have their adults been shown to points/championships or been evaluated by at least 3 unbiased knowledgable people/judges for breed worthiness? (this is just as important for a pet only as it is for a show prospect)

11) Do they have their adults and puppies temperament tested?

12) Do they offer a health guarantee for genetic defects?

13) Do they have a contract? (they should, this is important)

14) do they have a buy back/take back clause in their contract ? (this is important and should say that they will buy back/take back/help rehome any dog/puppy produced by them at any time for any reason)

15) Do they sell on spay/neuter contracts? (again, very important)

16) Do they offer contact info so you can contact them after the sale if you should have questions or concerns?

17) Do they feed good quality food? (again important and says something about the breeder)

Do they send home a puppy kit with food being fed,info about the breed, grooming info, 3-4 generation pedigree (you should get this even if your puppy is a mix between two different purebred breeds), health info on parents (copies of health test results), health info on puppies (first vaccinations and health certificate from the vet), registration info?

19) If purebred are the puppies registered with a legitamate registry? (AKC, UKC, CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) beware of the scam registries such as ckc (continental or canine kennel club), ACKC (American Canine Kennel club), WWKC (World Wide Kennel Club) among others

txshopper73 · 11-02-2006, 04:10 PM

The longer, the better.

magnolia · 11-03-2006, 06:07 AM

I second what everyone else has said - the longer the pup is with mom, the better.

Rae Rae · 11-03-2006, 06:29 AM

For these little guys, the longer the better. But I would take into consideration the list that Breeze posted. Just weigh out the pro's and con's of both breeders. Good luck

Olivier · 11-03-2006, 06:39 AM

The longer , the better .

I will only trust a breeder that ask as much questions as I can ask him or her .

If a person have to trust a breeder , the breeder have to trust you too .

Sadie's Mom · 11-03-2006, 07:03 AM

I'm not going to offer an opinion, just my experience:

I got Sadie at 8 weeks and NEVER had a problem. She was healthy, and never whined for her mom at night or anything.

luvdorkyyorkies · 11-03-2006, 07:23 AM

I used to routinely release my puppies at 8 weeks. I didnt have any problems.
But after some professional breeder advice and some reading on my own, I decided to routinely keep them longer 10-12 weeks.
My last litter I did release a puppy at 8 weeks to a couple who lives 15 minutes from me. They had lost their dog of many yrs were devastated and begged to go ahead and take her home. The puppy was a spunky social butt and the lady stayed at home so I went ahead and released her. SHe is doing great, and they didnt have a problem.
But Keeping a puppy longer is better I think. I think it true it puts the finishing touches on them. (for socialization mainly) Makes them more confident.

Lacy's Mom · 11-03-2006, 08:56 AM

I have gotten puppies myself at 9 weeks and 3 out of 4 had no problems, but one cost me over a thousand in vet bills due to seizures caused by hypoglycemia.

I don't let my puppies go until at least 11 weeks (they are only 4 pounds at maturity). I find they go home eating dry food very well, never have any intestinal upsets from the change of environment and just settle into their new homes with ease at this age. Seems to be easier on the puppies and the new owners.

11-02-2006, 10:08 AM	#1
2blkcatsmom Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: elizabeth city,NC Posts: 181	is it best going with a breeder that keepsdog longer is it best to go with a breeder that keeps there dogs longer or does it matter i am looking into a few breeders one lets them go at 8 weeks and 2 others longer should i care

11-02-2006, 10:10 AM	#2
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 22,520	I would go with a breeder that keeps the pups 10-12 weeks. It is better for the puppy __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

11-02-2006, 12:25 PM	#3
annaschaben YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 532	I say 12 weeks is best for the pups. __________________ Anna & Roxy

11-02-2006, 12:58 PM	#4
CardsGrl Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Southern, Illinois Posts: 416	i agree with the longer deal too when i got my dixie she was not quite 8 weeks old and bless her heart she was so tiny and didnt have all hewr teeth in good yet i think that was hard on her but that is just my opinion i however got my little guy at 11 weeks and he was much better working with since he was a bit older and used to being away from mommy etc __________________ Cindy

11-02-2006, 02:28 PM	#5
fannie Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,436	I would definitely go with someone that keeps them longer. Plus I would question the ones that let them go early and see why they do that. __________________ Steph, Mama to 6 skin babies and beautiful yorkies!www.sweetyorkies.com

11-02-2006, 04:03 PM	#7
Breeze Puppy Luv Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 1,807	Yes a breeder should keep the pups longer but thats just the start of how to choose a breeder. Heres a list to help you, its not one I've made up but its a place to start. Some things to find out BEFORE you buy from a breeder: 1) How many litters do they produce in a year? 2) How old are the parents? 3) Have they had health testing done (eyes, heart, thyroid, hips/elbows and any other test pertaining to the breed simple vet exams aren't enough) 4) Can they show you proof of the test results? 5) Is their paperwork in order? (pedigrees, registrations,health tests, exams,medical records,etc) 6) Do they have references you can check out? 7) Are they opposed to you checking with their vet? Cool Are they knowledgable about the breed(s) they are breeding/selling? (you should be as well so that you will know if it's hype you are hearing or truth) 9) Are their prices in reason with the quality, temperment, bloodlines,health testing done? 10) Have their adults been shown to points/championships or been evaluated by at least 3 unbiased knowledgable people/judges for breed worthiness? (this is just as important for a pet only as it is for a show prospect) 11) Do they have their adults and puppies temperament tested? 12) Do they offer a health guarantee for genetic defects? 13) Do they have a contract? (they should, this is important) 14) do they have a buy back/take back clause in their contract ? (this is important and should say that they will buy back/take back/help rehome any dog/puppy produced by them at any time for any reason) 15) Do they sell on spay/neuter contracts? (again, very important) 16) Do they offer contact info so you can contact them after the sale if you should have questions or concerns? 17) Do they feed good quality food? (again important and says something about the breeder) Do they send home a puppy kit with food being fed,info about the breed, grooming info, 3-4 generation pedigree (you should get this even if your puppy is a mix between two different purebred breeds), health info on parents (copies of health test results), health info on puppies (first vaccinations and health certificate from the vet), registration info? 19) If purebred are the puppies registered with a legitamate registry? (AKC, UKC, CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) beware of the scam registries such as ckc (continental or canine kennel club), ACKC (American Canine Kennel club), WWKC (World Wide Kennel Club) among others __________________ Mommy to Daisy May & Bear

11-02-2006, 04:10 PM	#8
txshopper73 Donating YT 14K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Victoria, Texas Posts: 14,178 Blog Entries: 1	The longer, the better. __________________ As always...JMO (Just My Opinion) Kimberley Gracie, London and Dallas

11-03-2006, 06:07 AM	#9
magnolia YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Mississippi Posts: 1,459	I second what everyone else has said - the longer the pup is with mom, the better. __________________ Suzi - mom to Gabby and Gage For Mickey

11-03-2006, 06:29 AM	#10
Rae Rae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,756	For these little guys, the longer the better. But I would take into consideration the list that Breeze posted. Just weigh out the pro's and con's of both breeders. Good luck __________________ Owned by Rocky and Bella

11-03-2006, 06:39 AM	#11
Olivier Currently Suspended! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 2,878	The longer , the better . I will only trust a breeder that ask as much questions as I can ask him or her . If a person have to trust a breeder , the breeder have to trust you too .

11-03-2006, 07:03 AM	#12
Sadie's Mom Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Irving, TX Posts: 3,163	I'm not going to offer an opinion, just my experience: I got Sadie at 8 weeks and NEVER had a problem. She was healthy, and never whined for her mom at night or anything. __________________ Christie and Sadie WWW.SADIESCHICBOUTIQUE.COM

11-03-2006, 07:23 AM	#13
luvdorkyyorkies Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 1,491	I used to routinely release my puppies at 8 weeks. I didnt have any problems. But after some professional breeder advice and some reading on my own, I decided to routinely keep them longer 10-12 weeks. My last litter I did release a puppy at 8 weeks to a couple who lives 15 minutes from me. They had lost their dog of many yrs were devastated and begged to go ahead and take her home. The puppy was a spunky social butt and the lady stayed at home so I went ahead and released her. SHe is doing great, and they didnt have a problem. But Keeping a puppy longer is better I think. I think it true it puts the finishing touches on them. (for socialization mainly) Makes them more confident. __________________ Kelly "Home of the Dorky Yorkies!"

11-03-2006, 08:56 AM	#14
Lacy's Mom YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 2,931	I have gotten puppies myself at 9 weeks and 3 out of 4 had no problems, but one cost me over a thousand in vet bills due to seizures caused by hypoglycemia. I don't let my puppies go until at least 11 weeks (they are only 4 pounds at maturity). I find they go home eating dry food very well, never have any intestinal upsets from the change of environment and just settle into their new homes with ease at this age. Seems to be easier on the puppies and the new owners.