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01-05-2007, 10:35 PM | #1 |
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| What Questions to ask? Im getting a male yorkie 10weeks old what are some good questions to ask the breeder before i get him? |
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01-05-2007, 11:21 PM | #2 |
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| Please please help me! |
01-05-2007, 11:33 PM | #3 |
Peeka Boo I See You! Donating Member | do you mean what questions about the puppy? have you already chose him or are you just looking at him and thinking? Do you mean what you need to know once you get him home or something like birth defects size stuff like that?
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01-05-2007, 11:45 PM | #4 |
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| Hey Like what questions should i ask to make sure its health is good and everything u need to know when buying a yorkie? |
01-05-2007, 11:52 PM | #5 |
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| make a list write every thing down, That way you wont forget to ask them any thing. Do not be afraid to ask questions. A good breeder will expect this Ask the breeder to give you written instructions for feeding and care of your puppy, as well as a period of time to have the puppy checked over by your own veterinarian. always ask what the puppy is eating, that way you wont be changing its food. ask them to show you both the sire and dam of the litter.if they are there. ask for medical records for your puppy from their veterinarian. ask if the parents have been genetic tested. ask if they guarantee their pups free of genetic diseases common in the yorkie breed and replace the pup if any such disease appears. I hope this helps. |
01-06-2007, 02:17 AM | #6 | |
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* You also might ask how much the sire and dam weigh. The AKC standard for Yorkies is 7 pounds and under. That's not to say larger Yorkies aren't lovable (one of mine is nearing 10).
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01-06-2007, 05:11 AM | #7 |
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| -See where the puppy has been kept --in the home? in a kennel? -Look at the puppy with the litter and off by itself. It may have a different personality that comes out when away from the group. - How much does the puppy weigh? - What age will she let you have the pup? -Ask to see the parents. Mother should be on premises, if father is not, at least look at a picture. Pictures of grandparents would be great too. -Ask about previous litters from these parents. How often have they been bred? What size have offspring matured to? -Have they started house training? Pads or outside? -Make sure you are getting a registration application at time of full payment. -Ask to see pedigree. (One breeder actually gave me a copy) -Ask about any health problems in their line. -Ask and get a copy of up-to-date puppy shots/worming/health check. -You should also get a contract when buying the puppy -- ask to see it in advance. -Check the health guarantee. Should be at least a year against genetic problems. -Ask if the mother and father were tested/checked for genetic problems like patellar luxation, retinal atrophy, retinal dysplasia, Legg-Perthe's, collapsed trachea, etc.? - Is the sire's DNA on file with AKC? (This is not required, if the sire is not used a lot --but it is a plus if it is.) -Find out what they have been feeding the puppies. You will want to stick with that for a week and then if it is not what you want to feed, start gradually mixing in your new food for a better transition. -Arrange to take your puppy straight to a vet after you pick him up. - Since you are getting a male, testicles should both be descended around 6-8 weeks. Some can take longer, but if they are not both down when you buy the dog, might want to address what happens if it does not descend. Cryptorchidism usually requires neutering. If you are planning this anyway -- no problem. -I know there is more, but it is not coming to me right now. Of course, if you were purchasing a dog for show or breeding, you would want to get in more detail with the pedigree and not just the two parents.
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01-06-2007, 06:24 AM | #8 |
BANNED FOR NOT MAILING PRODUCTS PURCHASED | make sure you meet with the breeder several times and see the puppies parents! It's your right and the mom should be on site! also it's a good idea to buy a baby blanket so the mom can sleep on it and then it will have the moms scent on it when you take the puppy home, just dont forget to take the blanket home as well lol |
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