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02-21-2011, 04:28 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Naugautck, CT, USA
Posts: 38
| Introduction Hi, I live in CT. and have just lost my Yorkie, 2 months ago. Her name was Truffles and she was the love of my life. She was 15 yrs. old. I got her from a pet store as I didn't know anything of puppy mills back then. I actually didn't know much about dogs then either! Anyway, I love Yorkshire Terriers and miss Truffles more than I knew I could. My husband and I have found the house pretty lonely since she's been gone. I'm thinking about getting another Yorkie sometime in the future. I've found the name of a local breeder and I'm planning on getting in touch with her this week. I'd still like to wait a while as I'm not completely ready for a new puppy, but, I want to find out what might be available and when. If anybody has any suggestions for me about what to ask a breeder or anything else, I'd welcome it. Thanks. Pam |
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02-22-2011, 02:33 AM | #2 |
♥ Piccolo & Vivi ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kentucky
Posts: 14,311
| Wanted to say hello and welcome. Also, so very sorry about your sweet Truffles.
__________________ Lisa, Dixie, and Jazzy (RIP Piccolo and Vivi) |
02-22-2011, 03:49 AM | #3 |
Between♥Suspensions Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Vaissades
Posts: 7,979
| As an adopter and someone who had a "bad experience" I can say this is most important...even if you ask all the right questions...get proof anyone can give you the perfect answers and then later you realize it was all a lie... I hope some breeders jump in here for you and give you some great advice, there is also the sticky(s) you should read... Here's what I ask, again I had two breeders who gave me great answers, one meant everything they said, we are friends now and stay in contact regularly...the other lies upon lies and I ended up with a sick dog and realizing I supported a greeder...so check everything and be cautious. How long have they been breeding? How long Yorkies? Do they show them? What's their motivation in breeding? Ask about registration of the pup is it AKC? Limited or Full? Some people say things like pet price or other...find out what they really mean by that and make sure your sales contract reflects it. Do they share the pedigree with you openly? I know a lot of people pride themselves on talking about champion bloodlines...but hm are you going to show your dog, breed it, is it worth paying more or are you looking for a healthy pet? If they do make such claims, ask to see the pedigree before committing, and get proof of everything people claim. Ask about their breeding practices, what health screening do they do of their breeding stock? OFA certifications or other health certification documentation? Genetic testing for LS, history of any deficiency in the line, etc? DNA? Ask who their vet is since you are going local....that may be far more important to know prior than you realize. Ask about the frequency of litters, size weight of parents, age, can you see them are they both registered, does the breeder own both of them? Get a clear and comprehensive understanding of the sales contract and the health guarantee. AND COPIES Where do they keep their dogs, when do they let them go home to you? Do they start immunizations, dew claws, tape ears, dock tails (be sure they have a vet do it etc) when? Do they start training there...what type of training is it? Is it in line with what you will be doing when the pup comes home with you? What food do they feed? What supplements do they use? Other products? Will they and can they offer after adoption support? Are they knowledgeable enough to do so? Read tons of the thread on YT! Hm I'd ask if they are on here! You may really also want to look them up on here to find out what reputation they may have...I'd have know so much more if I had looked here first to find out the reputation of the breeder(s)...before finding out the hard way. Hope that was a helpful start for you! Best of luck! Last edited by concretegurl; 02-22-2011 at 03:53 AM. |
02-22-2011, 03:55 AM | #4 |
Between♥Suspensions Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Vaissades
Posts: 7,979
| Oh and I wanted to note...I found the breeder who questioned me critically and comprehensively was the one who truly cared, was reputable and responsible and was worth feeling a little invaded on during their screening of me! |
02-22-2011, 04:00 AM | #5 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: jefferson md
Posts: 950
| Welcome to YT, sorry for you loss
__________________ Winnie and Macaroni too Patches rip furever in my |
02-22-2011, 05:20 AM | #6 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: With my yorkies
Posts: 10,350
| I just posted on Truffles' RIP thread. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss. When you talk with a breeder, ask what their health guarantee is on their puppies. Make sure they keep the puppies with their momma until at least 12 weeks old, longer if they're really small. Make sure they do NOT sell on open registration - reputable breeders will require a spay/neuter contract on their puppies. Make sure you can see both parents and their daily living conditions. Don't buy from a breeder who has several breeds, or who mixes breeds. Here's a link to a post that has these and lots of other good ideas for you. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...uy-yorkie.html Here's a list of breeders that belong to the yorkie parent club, YTCA: Yorkshire Terrier Club of America About The Club. It might be a place for you to start your search. Good luck on your search! I can't wait to "meet" your new baby. Bonny
__________________ He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. -- Author Unknown |
02-22-2011, 07:16 AM | #7 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan USA
Posts: 3,317
| I am sorry for your loss of little Truffles. I know how hard it is to lose your yorkie of 15 years. We lost our yorkie Baby at 16 years. We waited a few months and brought home our little Sophie. While we will always have wonderful memories of our Baby we now have our little girl Sophie who filled our broken hearts with love and we are now creating new memories with our sweet little girl. Good luck on your search for your new little fur baby.
__________________ Jackie Loves Sophie R.I.P ."Baby" our little girl 1993-2009 |
02-22-2011, 07:29 AM | #8 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Vancouver Island, BC
Posts: 158
| So sorry for your recent loss. We lost our 15 year old Yorkie, Angus, on the 11th of August and the despair was beyond belief. My sympathies go out to you both. We are now looking forward to getting our new puppy in May. In actual fact he is due to be born this Thursday. It goes without saying that we are very excited and I think that we are now ready for this new little guy. He will never replace Angus but I like to think that Angus has sent him down to us to keep us company !! I think you are receiving excellent advice regarding selecting a breeder. When getting a new puppy alot of emotions are tied up in the event and therefore you have to let your head rule your heart. We are going back to the same breeder that we got Angus from all those years ago, even though she's in another Province and it requires an airline flight. It will be worth it in the end. Good luck and many years of happiness with your new little pal. Looking forward to seeing some pictures soon !! |
02-22-2011, 07:44 AM | #9 |
Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas
Posts: 21,173
| I'm so sorry you lost Truffles. It's very hard to lose them. You can go to this link on our forum. I hope it helps some: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/fea...ead-first.html
__________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel |
02-22-2011, 08:41 AM | #10 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Gainesville, VA
Posts: 1,173
| Awww I'm so sorry for your loss, welcome to YT and best of luck in your search for a new baby
__________________ Kelly, mommy to little Oliver "The more boys I meet, the more I love my dog." http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/ |
02-22-2011, 11:26 AM | #11 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Naugautck, CT, USA
Posts: 38
| Introduction Hi Everyone, I'd like to post to each one of you personally, but, for one thing, I'm not sure how! So many of you have been so kind, I'm a little overwhelmed by it. I can't tell you how I appreciate thie warm thoughts. Thank you so much for the wonderful advice about buying a new Yorkie. There is so much to think about as far as that goes. Talk about overwhelming. The breeder I plan on contacting has been doing so since the 1960's and I know she is an AKC judge, but not for Yorkies. I wanted to mention too, that I love the pics of all your babies. They're all beautiful. It makes me miss my Truffles more. I have to say that I feel somewhat guilty about getting a new pup. I know that I'm not trying to replace her. No one ever could. In my heart, I will always be Truffles Mom. And, everytime I think of her I start to cry. Is this what you all have felt as well? I just can't imagine going through the rest of my life without a Yorkie to love. Thanks again. I'll let you know what happens when I contact the breeder. Pam Oh, if I'm replying incorrectly, would someone please let me know |
02-22-2011, 11:33 AM | #12 |
Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas
Posts: 21,173
| I felt just as you do, but I knew I wanted another one. The house looked so sad without toys all over, too.
__________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel |
02-22-2011, 11:38 AM | #13 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Naugautck, CT, USA
Posts: 38
| You're right, Karen, the house is so empty without her! Pam |
02-22-2011, 01:56 PM | #14 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Byron Center
Posts: 515
| Welcome to YT! I totally understand the loss of a pet. Our Shih Tzu was 16 1/2 years old when we put her down 3 years ago. We weren't going to get another dog, but, my DH bought home a picture of some Yorkies and I fell in love with them. Called the breeder and went to see them and bought home out Pixie 2 1/2 years ago. SHe is the love of our lives.
__________________ Pixie Girl & Pixie Dust |
02-22-2011, 02:11 PM | #15 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Memphis, TN USA
Posts: 1,078
| Welcome. It's never easy to lose a pet. When the time is right, you'll make the decision to get another. Nothing can replace Truffles, but a new one can find it's own place in your heart. |
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