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AJBoogie · 08-12-2012, 06:23 AM

So I've seen 5 litters, Driven hours and searched high and low for the perfect Yorkie puppy....last night I drove two hours to check out two female, AKC Registered 8 week yorkies for 400.00, only to drive home empty handed. Upon meeting the puppies parents, they where yappers, aggressive (the owner warned me that they bite) but tiny and kept out doors (where they also have kittens, and other dogs). Then I was taken into the house to see the babies.....They where 8 weeks old with very bloated bellies (despite the owners saying they had been fully wormed) and even saw a flea jump off of one of them. After see these things, i decided these puppies probably where not going to be for me. Even after the owner says, "puppies grow into what you raise them to be," but i just had a feeling that buying a puppy with aggressive, loud parents could end up being a recipe for disaster. I just want a mello, AKC Yorkie with a nice calm temperment. Am i being too nit picky? is it true you can turn any puppy into how you want with the proper training? Feedback please?

beachdog · 08-12-2012, 06:25 AM

I would have passed on them also.

backwardsrain · 08-12-2012, 06:26 AM

You just need to find a real breeder, not a backyard breeder, and I'm sure you'll be much happier with the puppies.

KazzyK810 · 08-12-2012, 06:40 AM

Keep looking. Don't settle. You SHOULD be picky!

A yorkie's lifespan lasts longer than the average marriage...so it's an important member of your family that you are choosing...treat it as such

ironmike86 · 08-12-2012, 06:44 AM

You can train them. But doesn't always happen. Get one from a good breeder that breeds for standard and temperament. Try Akc local breeders or go to a local show or club and find a breeder
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yorkiemini · 08-12-2012, 06:46 AM

This will be a long term commitment -- being verynoickynis a good idea. I agree with the other posters - it is all about the breeder. Have you checked the YTCA breeders site? Ther are also some very good breeders on YT .

Teresa Ford · 08-12-2012, 07:09 AM

Too bad you aren't closer. I have little Karlin, He was born April 26th. He has a sweet laid back nature. He is going to be on the small side so really want to find him the just right home. If you want to read about Karlin check out the thread

So Angry , They got too busy !
We just got a [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]puppy[/COLOR][/COLOR] back. When this puppy went to his 'forever' [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]home[/COLOR][/COLOR] he was 12 weeks old a sweet smelling ball of fur. What we got back was a matted, flea infested, worm ridden puppy ! I am so upset. We screen people and have a very nosey adoption application. People are given a detailed booklet about puppy care, and training.
When I ask why they were returning the puppy, they said, " Oh it was too hard, we don't have time to do all that stuff." I raised my eyebrow and inclined my head, so they would explain, "you know, the brushing it, [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]cleaning[/COLOR][/COLOR] up pee, walking it and stuff. We are just too busy and we want a refund."
I am so angry. He is going home with me. Now we have to find another home for this little guy after, the Vet, and groomer. It will take some TLC.
Sorry just had to vent !

Karlin is now worm and flea fee, has all shots, and is healthy, happy and adorable.

Yorkiemom1 · 08-12-2012, 08:08 AM

I would suggest you shop for your breeder FIRST....you find a reputable breeder, and you will find your perfect puppy.....it may take a while, but you will find your perfect baby there. This perfect puppy will not be cheap....reputable breeders invest many hours and alot of money into each of those babies....You will have to jump through hoops if you find your reputable breeder, because she will not part with those little souls to just ANYONE....because SHE is looking for the perfect parent to let her baby go home with....everything that has happened with that baby, has been preprogrammed with intent and deliberate effort, to produce a HEALTHY, HAPPY puppy....that puppy was conceived by parents that have had the best pre-breeding food, to prepare their systems for the rigors of breeding. The momma was then given special food and formulas to help her body develop the healthiest, correctly developed babies she and the daddy are genetically capable of producing. Care was given and special attention was given to all the babies from conception to delivery and then up until YOU happen along, looking for a perfect puppy. Your breeder adores those babies, and she is going to be very careful to whom she lets them go out with. YOU FIND YOUR BREEDER FIRST.....AND SHE WILL HAVE YOUR PERFECT PUPPY. You MAY have to go on a waiting list, because reputable breeders do not have puppies continously available. (FYI:...that baby will NOT be leaving the breeder until at least 12 weeks old!!)Take your time...get it right from the beginning....you may pay more right up front for that baby, but you will be saving money in the long run because you wont have major health issues or behavioral issues with that baby.

Lovetodream88 · 08-12-2012, 08:24 AM

You could also end up with a sick pup if your not getting one from a good breeder and good breeders do not keep there dogs outside, do not let the pups go at 8 weeks and do health testing on the parents.

Teresa Ford · 08-12-2012, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

I would suggest you shop for your breeder FIRST....you find a reputable breeder, and you will find your perfect puppy.....Take your time...get it right from the beginning....you may pay more right up front for that baby, but you will be saving money in the long run because you wont have major health issues or behavioral issues with that baby.

So True

msyorktown · 08-12-2012, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by AJBoogie

So I've seen 5 litters, Driven hours and searched high and low for the perfect Yorkie puppy....last night I drove two hours to check out two female, AKC Registered 8 week yorkies for 400.00, only to drive home empty handed. Upon meeting the puppies parents, they where yappers, aggressive (the owner warned me that they bite) but tiny and kept out doors (where they also have kittens, and other dogs). Then I was taken into the house to see the babies.....They where 8 weeks old with very bloated bellies (despite the owners saying they had been fully wormed) and even saw a flea jump off of one of them. After see these things, i decided these puppies probably where not going to be for me. Even after the owner says, "puppies grow into what you raise them to be," but i just had a feeling that buying a puppy with aggressive, loud parents could end up being a recipe for disaster. I just want a mello, AKC Yorkie with a nice calm temperment. Am i being too nit picky? is it true you can turn any puppy into how you want with the proper training? Feedback please?

You have every right to be picky! That pup will be part of your family for the next 15yrs or so. I would have passed on those pups as well...as Yorkiemom1 said buy your breeder first, there are some good breeder on this site...check the breeders section. Also check the YTCA website for a list of breeders.
It took me 6mths to find my breeder...my baby comes home in early September, at 12wks.

ironmike86 · 08-12-2012, 11:48 AM

Yup pay first for breeding and health. health checks. Waiting time ectt. Or save buy now and pay MORE later with vet bill,eating issues,your time to go to the vet ect... I've done both. The latter is so much better JME

concretegurl · 08-12-2012, 12:07 PM

Temperment cant be guarenteed.

You sure can be picky about what type of breeding your financially support and quality of the whole picture you help to continue.

You'll find whats meant to be when its the right time, you seem very observent and aware of what you want to support you'll know it when you see it.

Buy the breeder not the pup, a good breeder will be there to educate and support you gor the life of the pup.

***How freaking telling is it that breeder tells you its how you raise them when her dogs behave and live as such...well she's honest at least huh?

ironmike86 · 08-12-2012, 12:34 PM

Nothing is guaranteed. But a breeder who breeds to standard with good temperament. Most likely will breed better pups. But there environment affects there temperament and health also. But it's always a crap shoot. I would just buy from someone who try and test there breeding dogs. So you have at least a better chance buying a healthy one.

gracielove · 08-12-2012, 07:03 PM

If you are investigating ads that you find in the newspaper or online more than likely you are looking at backyard breeders dogs. The description you give of this last visit sounds like a litter that was not properly socialized and more than likely there are temperament problems as well as other types of problems with the parents.

Go to the AKC website and do a conformation and breed club search for your state and/or a nearby state. These clubs can put you in touch with reputable breeders. Stay away from the backyard breeders and puppy mills. You are just asking for problems. Check out the breeder and the conditions the dogs are raised under. You will pay more than $400.00 for a good puppy but it is an investment that you will derive benefits from for many years to come.

08-12-2012, 06:23 AM	#1
AJBoogie BANNED! Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Baton Rouge, la Posts: 18	Looking For the Perfect Yorkie/or being nit picky?... So I've seen 5 litters, Driven hours and searched high and low for the perfect Yorkie puppy....last night I drove two hours to check out two female, AKC Registered 8 week yorkies for 400.00, only to drive home empty handed. Upon meeting the puppies parents, they where yappers, aggressive (the owner warned me that they bite) but tiny and kept out doors (where they also have kittens, and other dogs). Then I was taken into the house to see the babies.....They where 8 weeks old with very bloated bellies (despite the owners saying they had been fully wormed) and even saw a flea jump off of one of them. After see these things, i decided these puppies probably where not going to be for me. Even after the owner says, "puppies grow into what you raise them to be," but i just had a feeling that buying a puppy with aggressive, loud parents could end up being a recipe for disaster. I just want a mello, AKC Yorkie with a nice calm temperment. Am i being too nit picky? is it true you can turn any puppy into how you want with the proper training? Feedback please?

08-12-2012, 06:25 AM	#2
beachdog Paris: Always in my ♥ Donating YT Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Neptune Beach, Fl USA Posts: 991 Blog Entries: 1	I would have passed on them also. __________________ Read all about Paris in his blog! www.paristheblindwonderdog.blogspot.com

08-12-2012, 06:40 AM	#4
KazzyK810 Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Michigan USA & Sheffield UK Posts: 4,119	Keep looking. Don't settle. You SHOULD be picky! A yorkie's lifespan lasts longer than the average marriage...so it's an important member of your family that you are choosing...treat it as such __________________ Karan & ZoE (Chelsea )

08-12-2012, 06:46 AM	#6
yorkiemini Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA Posts: 4,285	This will be a long term commitment -- being verynoickynis a good idea. I agree with the other posters - it is all about the breeder. Have you checked the YTCA breeders site? Ther are also some very good breeders on YT . __________________ . Cali , and Cali's keeper and staff, Jay No, not a "mini" Yorkie - She loves to motor in her Mini Cooper car

08-12-2012, 07:09 AM	#7
Teresa Ford Therapy Yorkies Work Donating Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Central, Florida Posts: 3,863	Too bad you aren't closer. I have little Karlin, He was born April 26th. He has a sweet laid back nature. He is going to be on the small side so really want to find him the just right home. If you want to read about Karlin check out the thread So Angry , They got too busy ! We just got a [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]puppy[/COLOR][/COLOR] back. When this puppy went to his 'forever' [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]home[/COLOR][/COLOR] he was 12 weeks old a sweet smelling ball of fur. What we got back was a matted, flea infested, worm ridden puppy ! I am so upset. We screen people and have a very nosey adoption application. People are given a detailed booklet about puppy care, and training. When I ask why they were returning the puppy, they said, " Oh it was too hard, we don't have time to do all that stuff." I raised my eyebrow and inclined my head, so they would explain, "you know, the brushing it, [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]cleaning[/COLOR][/COLOR] up pee, walking it and stuff. We are just too busy and we want a refund." I am so angry. He is going home with me. Now we have to find another home for this little guy after, the Vet, and groomer. It will take some TLC. Sorry just had to vent ! Karlin is now worm and flea fee, has all shots, and is healthy, happy and adorable. __________________ Teresa & Rubin, Gracie, Abba, Ginny Joy and Julia Rose Act like a dog, be kind, forgiving, and loyal. Last edited by Teresa Ford; 08-12-2012 at 07:10 AM.

08-12-2012, 06:26 AM	#3
backwardsrain YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Nashville, Tennessee Posts: 290	You just need to find a real breeder, not a backyard breeder, and I'm sure you'll be much happier with the puppies.

08-12-2012, 06:44 AM	#5
ironmike86 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,628	You can train them. But doesn't always happen. Get one from a good breeder that breeds for standard and temperament. Try Akc local breeders or go to a local show or club and find a breeder Yorkshire Terrier Club of America About The Club

08-12-2012, 08:08 AM	#8
Yorkiemom1 Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 9,462	I would suggest you shop for your breeder FIRST....you find a reputable breeder, and you will find your perfect puppy.....it may take a while, but you will find your perfect baby there. This perfect puppy will not be cheap....reputable breeders invest many hours and alot of money into each of those babies....You will have to jump through hoops if you find your reputable breeder, because she will not part with those little souls to just ANYONE....because SHE is looking for the perfect parent to let her baby go home with....everything that has happened with that baby, has been preprogrammed with intent and deliberate effort, to produce a HEALTHY, HAPPY puppy....that puppy was conceived by parents that have had the best pre-breeding food, to prepare their systems for the rigors of breeding. The momma was then given special food and formulas to help her body develop the healthiest, correctly developed babies she and the daddy are genetically capable of producing. Care was given and special attention was given to all the babies from conception to delivery and then up until YOU happen along, looking for a perfect puppy. Your breeder adores those babies, and she is going to be very careful to whom she lets them go out with. YOU FIND YOUR BREEDER FIRST.....AND SHE WILL HAVE YOUR PERFECT PUPPY. You MAY have to go on a waiting list, because reputable breeders do not have puppies continously available. (FYI:...that baby will NOT be leaving the breeder until at least 12 weeks old!!)Take your time...get it right from the beginning....you may pay more right up front for that baby, but you will be saving money in the long run because you wont have major health issues or behavioral issues with that baby.

08-12-2012, 08:24 AM	#9
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,247	You could also end up with a sick pup if your not getting one from a good breeder and good breeders do not keep there dogs outside, do not let the pups go at 8 weeks and do health testing on the parents. __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

08-12-2012, 11:48 AM	#12
ironmike86 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,628	Yup pay first for breeding and health. health checks. Waiting time ectt. Or save buy now and pay MORE later with vet bill,eating issues,your time to go to the vet ect... I've done both. The latter is so much better JME

08-12-2012, 12:07 PM	#13
concretegurl Between♥Suspensions Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Vaissades Posts: 7,979	Temperment cant be guarenteed. You sure can be picky about what type of breeding your financially support and quality of the whole picture you help to continue. You'll find whats meant to be when its the right time, you seem very observent and aware of what you want to support you'll know it when you see it. Buy the breeder not the pup, a good breeder will be there to educate and support you gor the life of the pup. ***How freaking telling is it that breeder tells you its how you raise them when her dogs behave and live as such...well she's honest at least huh? __________________ Shan & 8 kids now!

08-12-2012, 12:34 PM	#14
ironmike86 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,628	Nothing is guaranteed. But a breeder who breeds to standard with good temperament. Most likely will breed better pups. But there environment affects there temperament and health also. But it's always a crap shoot. I would just buy from someone who try and test there breeding dogs. So you have at least a better chance buying a healthy one.

08-12-2012, 07:03 PM	#15
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	If you are investigating ads that you find in the newspaper or online more than likely you are looking at backyard breeders dogs. The description you give of this last visit sounds like a litter that was not properly socialized and more than likely there are temperament problems as well as other types of problems with the parents. Go to the AKC website and do a conformation and breed club search for your state and/or a nearby state. These clubs can put you in touch with reputable breeders. Stay away from the backyard breeders and puppy mills. You are just asking for problems. Check out the breeder and the conditions the dogs are raised under. You will pay more than $400.00 for a good puppy but it is an investment that you will derive benefits from for many years to come.