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girdygirl · 07-07-2007, 04:46 PM

Question ....Why are yorkies so expensive when other breeds go for $300 to $500? People are paying 1000 on up for yorkies they cant breed or show....why are they sold for such high price?

Holly_QD · 07-07-2007, 04:56 PM

I have no idea. But now that I have Holly, she was worth every single penny. And I am not breeding or showing.

MyFairLacy · 07-07-2007, 04:56 PM

Yorkies are a small breed and in high demand. They have very small litters (usually 2-4) opposed to say a lab that has 10 puppies. Smaller litters means less puppies means more per puppy. Plus a higher price per puppy hopefully deters a lot of people that don't have the money to spend on higher vet bills, grooming costs, etc. that comes with owning a yorkie as opposed to a larger, stronger breed of dog

doortego · 07-07-2007, 05:52 PM

I look at it as an investment in my emotional health and couldn't get any mental health professional to treat me daily for the next 15 years for $1500

Just kidding (sort of) but how many people spend $1000 a year at Starbucks?
or just name your vice, smoking, drinking, McDonald's - you just have to decide what is important to you

Brandnugirl · 07-07-2007, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by doortego

I look at it as an investment in my emotional health and couldn't get any mental health professional to treat me daily for the next 15 years for $1500

Just kidding (sort of) but how many people spend $1000 a year at Starbucks?
or just name your vice, smoking, drinking, McDonald's - you just have to decide what is important to you

I agree. Just $5 a day (spent at McDonald's, at the snack machine, Starbucks) is over $1800 a year....and you are wasting money on something that has no benefit to you...save for the moment.
To people who don't really want a Yorkie, the money is a very big deal...but if you really want one, then they don't seem so expensive. haha

txshopper73 · 07-07-2007, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

Yorkies are a small breed and in high demand. They have very small litters (usually 2-4) opposed to say a lab that has 10 puppies. Smaller litters means less puppies means more per puppy. Plus a higher price per puppy hopefully deters a lot of people that don't have the money to spend on higher vet bills, grooming costs, etc. that comes with owning a yorkie as opposed to a larger, stronger breed of dog

I agree totally!

JeanieK · 07-07-2007, 06:17 PM

Because they are the #2 most popular dog in the country.

Because more and more people are wanting apartment size dogs.

Because you can have 7, 5# yorkies and not have as much dog poop as one lab.

When you think of the cost of feeding a big dog, and the cost of feeding a yorkie, a yorkie turns out to be a bargain in the long run.

Because they are just so darn CUTE.

And as the others have said, they are affordable if you just sacrifice a bit for them, and darn well worth it.

Kona · 07-07-2007, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by JeanieK

Because they are the #2 most popular dog in the country.

Because more and more people are wanting apartment size dogs.

Because you can have 7, 5# yorkies and not have as much dog poop as one lab.

When you think of the cost of feeding a big dog, and the cost of feeding a yorkie, a yorkie turns out to be a bargain in the long run.

Because they are just so darn CUTE.

And as the others have said, they are affordable if you just sacrifice a bit for them, and darn well worth it.

Morkie4 · 07-07-2007, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by doortego

I look at it as an investment in my emotional health and couldn't get any mental health professional to treat me daily for the next 15 years for $1500

Just kidding (sort of) but how many people spend $1000 a year at Starbucks?
or just name your vice, smoking, drinking, McDonald's - you just have to decide what is important to you

Yep, I agree with all you said and by the way, your babies are soooooo cute. Do you have one of each?? YORKIE and a MALTESE?? They are beautiful!!!!

I also think that size of litter and demands cause the prices to go up!!! We got a steal with Toby..........six months old, papers, neutered, utd on shots for $350. Rare these days but circumstances and area put us in the right spot at the right time.

MyFairLacy · 07-07-2007, 06:57 PM

If you think about it say you paid $1500 for your yorkie and had it for 15 years. That is ONLY $100 a year for the best companion you'll ever have! Even if you pay $2000 and have it for only 10 years that is still only $200 a year...

Erin · 07-07-2007, 08:51 PM

Why do BMW's cost more than Chevy's?

Here's the thing - for a GOOD breeder, Yorkies cost a lot to show, groom, etc. Then that dog only has 2-4 puppies and the cost of those puppies has to try to make up for the vet bills and the costs of showing the dog. That sets the bar pretty high (generally in the $800-1500 range).

But, then your neighbor could let their Yorkie have puppies even if they didn't show it, and then sell those puppies for $1000 because that's the going rate for Yorkies. And people will pay it, because Yorkies are popular. People would pay $1000+ for a show quality lab, but not for a neighbor's lab puppy! But some reason, people will pay the $1000 for the Yorkie? And that neighbors puppy is at least in better shape than the pet store puppy that people will also pay $1000 for

I can't explain that last part, except that people are not informed about puppy mills. Anyway, I guess my point is that some Yorkies *should* cost $1000+ You need to ask questions and meet the breeder, the parents, etc. to determine that.

SJK1113 · 07-07-2007, 09:33 PM

I bet if you post this in the "Breeder" section, you will find out exactly why yorkies are so expensive. Since I got Jake, I have stayed in touch with and become good friends with his breeder. I see how much time and work she puts into breeding. I'm not a breeder, nor do I ever intend on breeding, but if it's done right, it can be very expensive and time consuming and health should always be number one, in my opinion.

karren · 07-07-2007, 10:23 PM

They are so expensive...that's why I got mine because I couldn't resist them.. They are so cute and full of personality....

chachi · 07-08-2007, 04:04 AM

They are popular and breeders sell them for high prices because they can

Willow · 07-08-2007, 04:16 AM

I personally feel that the high cost of yorkies allows breeders to be more discriminating when finding the right home for them. Not just any Joe Blow can walk in and drop $800-$2000 in a breeders hand and say give me a puppy....BUT Breeders have the option to take the time to carefully choose the new homes for their puppies and I do believe that most of the breeders here, myself included, screen for new homes VERY carefully and are VERY choosy when it comes to new families for puppies they have worked hard to bring into this world.

And I have to concur with SJK, health is VERY important and I think so is temperment.

07-07-2007, 04:46 PM	#1
girdygirl YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Va. Posts: 757	Why are yorkies so expensive ? Question ....Why are yorkies so expensive when other breeds go for $300 to $500? People are paying 1000 on up for yorkies they cant breed or show....why are they sold for such high price? __________________ PHYLLIS AND GIRDY love those 'S

07-07-2007, 04:56 PM	#3
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	Yorkies are a small breed and in high demand. They have very small litters (usually 2-4) opposed to say a lab that has 10 puppies. Smaller litters means less puppies means more per puppy. Plus a higher price per puppy hopefully deters a lot of people that don't have the money to spend on higher vet bills, grooming costs, etc. that comes with owning a yorkie as opposed to a larger, stronger breed of dog __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

07-07-2007, 06:57 PM	#10
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	If you think about it say you paid $1500 for your yorkie and had it for 15 years. That is ONLY $100 a year for the best companion you'll ever have! Even if you pay $2000 and have it for only 10 years that is still only $200 a year... __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

07-07-2007, 08:51 PM	#11
Erin Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 3,306	Why do BMW's cost more than Chevy's? Here's the thing - for a GOOD breeder, Yorkies cost a lot to show, groom, etc. Then that dog only has 2-4 puppies and the cost of those puppies has to try to make up for the vet bills and the costs of showing the dog. That sets the bar pretty high (generally in the $800-1500 range). But, then your neighbor could let their Yorkie have puppies even if they didn't show it, and then sell those puppies for $1000 because that's the going rate for Yorkies. And people will pay it, because Yorkies are popular. People would pay $1000+ for a show quality lab, but not for a neighbor's lab puppy! But some reason, people will pay the $1000 for the Yorkie? And that neighbors puppy is at least in better shape than the pet store puppy that people will also pay $1000 for I can't explain that last part, except that people are not informed about puppy mills. Anyway, I guess my point is that some Yorkies should cost $1000+ You need to ask questions and meet the breeder, the parents, etc. to determine that. __________________ Erin, Sammy & Loki Sewing patterns and tutorials @ www.dogundermydesk.com

07-07-2007, 10:23 PM	#13
karren Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: orange county Posts: 383	They are expensive They are so expensive...that's why I got mine because I couldn't resist them.. They are so cute and full of personality.... __________________ Shakespeare, Zoey, Lily and Chloe I, Chloe II

07-07-2007, 04:56 PM	#2
Holly_QD Everyday's A HollyDay! Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: TX/WI Posts: 1,497	I have no idea. But now that I have Holly, she was worth every single penny. And I am not breeding or showing. __________________ Holly s Lucky and BFF Queequeg too "Every day is a Holly-Day"

07-07-2007, 05:52 PM	#4
doortego Little Bit & Buttons Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: US Posts: 2,160	I look at it as an investment in my emotional health and couldn't get any mental health professional to treat me daily for the next 15 years for $1500 Just kidding (sort of) but how many people spend $1000 a year at Starbucks? or just name your vice, smoking, drinking, McDonald's - you just have to decide what is important to you

07-07-2007, 06:17 PM	#7
JeanieK Donating YT 12K Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Council Bluffs Iowa Posts: 12,552	Because they are the #2 most popular dog in the country. Because more and more people are wanting apartment size dogs. Because you can have 7, 5# yorkies and not have as much dog poop as one lab. When you think of the cost of feeding a big dog, and the cost of feeding a yorkie, a yorkie turns out to be a bargain in the long run. Because they are just so darn CUTE. And as the others have said, they are affordable if you just sacrifice a bit for them, and darn well worth it.

07-07-2007, 09:33 PM	#12
SJK1113 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: usa Posts: 2,150	I bet if you post this in the "Breeder" section, you will find out exactly why yorkies are so expensive. Since I got Jake, I have stayed in touch with and become good friends with his breeder. I see how much time and work she puts into breeding. I'm not a breeder, nor do I ever intend on breeding, but if it's done right, it can be very expensive and time consuming and health should always be number one, in my opinion.

07-08-2007, 04:04 AM	#14
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	They are popular and breeders sell them for high prices because they can __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

07-08-2007, 04:16 AM	#15
Willow Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,890	I personally feel that the high cost of yorkies allows breeders to be more discriminating when finding the right home for them. Not just any Joe Blow can walk in and drop $800-$2000 in a breeders hand and say give me a puppy....BUT Breeders have the option to take the time to carefully choose the new homes for their puppies and I do believe that most of the breeders here, myself included, screen for new homes VERY carefully and are VERY choosy when it comes to new families for puppies they have worked hard to bring into this world. And I have to concur with SJK, health is VERY important and I think so is temperment. __________________ Alycia Autumn Gizmo Maddie