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k2p1e · 07-18-2006, 05:15 PM

I am looking for a possible show prospect female.
I would love to hear from some breeders that have litters upcoming this fall, I am in no hurry.

Carla

sylvan · 07-18-2006, 05:31 PM

You may want to contact Kimberly King at www.yorkiepassion.com She is expecting a CH sired litter shortly.

fannie · 07-19-2006, 05:45 AM

I've got one litter due any day and another due a week from now. You can see their pedigrees at www.sweetyorkies.com . Blossom had 2 show prospects in her last litter so we're hoping that we'll have some this time as well!

Rem&Silkmom · 07-19-2006, 06:10 AM

www.ponderosas.com

RhapsodyYorkies · 07-19-2006, 12:30 PM

If you are serious about starting to show, this is the last place you should be looking. Do one on one phone calls to people that have been showing many years and can stand by there dogs records.

Go to infodog.com and look up shows in your area, and if you want to talk to any National Club members, go to ytca.org

Kind Regards,
Cynthia

RhapsodyYorkies · 07-19-2006, 12:54 PM

Gosh Ricki,
According to AKC, he only has 2 Single Points, thats 1 point for two different shows out of all the times you showed him.

sylvan · 07-19-2006, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by RhapsodyYorkies

Gosh Ricki,
According to AKC, he only has 2 Single Points, thats 1 point for two different shows out of all the times you showed him.

didn't think Ricki had posted on this thread????

Lorraine · 07-19-2006, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by k2p1e

I am looking for a possible show prospect female.
I would love to hear from some breeders that have litters upcoming this fall, I am in no hurry.

Carla

Hi I see you are in New Brunswick Canada. Well, it is a little hard from there but the best place to start is to go to some shows. As you said on other threads, you are a bit remote so may have to do some travelling to shows in other areas to become known.
A reputable show breeder is not going to trust you too quickly to be sure of who is getting their dog and what you do intend to do. If you find a reputable breeder and they do agree to sell to you even with the very small children you have, they will only sell under co-ownership so that they can control what is happening with their Yorkie they entrusted you with. In the Canadian Kennel Club, both co-owners must sign all paperwork except for show entries, you can submit and pay for those on your own.
You would also have to realize the time to learn show grooming and the expense of show stuff to groom your dog for show. It isn't cheap.
You will have to find handling classes in your area to learn to show your dog and for your dog to learn the show rings.
If you are going to buy, find a breeder who shows their own dogs and has Championships on them with the Canadian Kennel Club in Canada, or American Kennel Club in the US. Be prepared to travel to visit the breeder, don't just buy and have it shipped in. You want to see their dogs, what they look like, how well they move and their conformation.
Never buy a show prospect puppy under 6 months old, 9 months is better as you are more sure of what you are getting.

RhapsodyYorkies · 07-19-2006, 02:05 PM

I goofed up and replied back to the wrong post. Sorry Stacy, and thanks for the correction.

sylvan · 07-19-2006, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RhapsodyYorkies

I goofed up and replied back to the wrong post. Sorry Stacy, and thanks for the correction.

no problem...I was just thinking I was getting really more confused than usual LOL!

k2p1e · 07-22-2006, 07:13 AM

Thank you for the advice.
I actually followed the dog show circuit last year and showed my standard poodle. We have pet yorkies and have wanted to show yorkies for a while. We are not taking our poodle back to the show ring because of his carsickness. He does well in the ring, but the moment he steps into the car and the engine starts he is sick and I will not drug him to stop it (that was suggested, we gave him gravol from the vet and he just wanted to sleep poor guy).
The grooming is not an issue, I can do wraps in my sleep, lol.
I put the post out there to see what breeders have on this forum, you never know.
When I decide on a nother dog it takes me 1 year to decide if this is what i want, and 6 months- 1 year to find the right breeder and then the wait for a puppy. I am in no means in any hurry, I would never pruchase a puppy without researching. I believe in taking my time.
I have been speaking with some of the top kennels in Canada (Nik Nak and Crystal Springs...) Right now I am just learning, I want to go with a breeder that has what I want, can teach me, and someone I can communicate with as a friend for the lifetime of my dog.

Lorraine · 07-22-2006, 07:32 AM

I went to dog shows for about 2 or 3 years before I finally got a start. Be sure you do buy a show dog from a show breeder and someone who can help you even if over the phone.
DId you get any points on the Standard Poodle? If you have been in the ring already showing a dog you have already gotten over one of the biggest hurdles. I have seen people who think the want to show then darn near faint in the ring and that' sthe end of it. LOL
Good luck in your search.

RhapsodyYorkies · 07-22-2006, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by k2p1e

Thank you for the advice.
Right now I am just learning, I want to go with a breeder that has what I want, can teach me, and someone I can communicate with as a friend for the lifetime of my dog.

Smart Girl, congratulations for having a level head and waiting for a quality dog from a quality breeder. They are worth as much as the dog and can save you a lot of time by sharing their experience/knowledge. We all need a teacher at times, and someday you will be able to offer the same back to someone else needing the same.

Good Luck in finding your puppy.
Cynthia

DazzlinYT · 07-22-2006, 12:34 PM

You are definately going about things the right way, and my biggest piece of advise to you is DO NOT SETTLE. The most important thing you can do right now is learn. Learn everything you can about the breed. Attend shows and see what YOU like. There are many different "types" of dogs being exhibited, and it varies a lot according to what region of the country you are in. Determine what YOU like, and this doesn't happen over night. The Yorkie I thought I wanted 3 years ago is absolutely not the direction I am going in today. When you see dogs that you like being exhibited, make notations in your catalog, then go home and research those pedigrees. It won't be long before you see a common thread in the lines you are most drawn to. Do not be thrown off by a pretty head and coat. Those are all well and good, but don't mean a hill of beans if the dog has a terrible structure under it. LEARN STRUCTURE! I can say that a million times. TRUELY learn what is under those coats, how it all is supposed to fit together, and reflect in that dog's movement and over all balance. There are lots of books you can get to help you learn, Form Function and FAncy, Dog Steps are two I reccomend. Do not assume because someone has been breeding/exhibiting for a long time that they must know what they are doing.. I have seen tons of dogs from long time breeders that leave me thinking "what have they been doing for 20 years???" find a breeder who shares your "vision" for the correct "perfect" yorkshire terrier. Do not be afraid of co-ownerships. Most reputible breeders are not going to let their show dogs go with full ownership and rights, and if they do, wonder why...especially on a female. The most important thing you can do right now is learn everything you can, and make yourself known. I spent 2 years dragging around dogs that were nice pet quality at best, until I think people finally just felt sorry for me, LOL It took over 2 years to get my first REAL SHOW DOG...and it was not a female. I am glad for that, because it gave me time to really learn what the heck I was doing, and not just acquire another dog that wasn't what I wanted or was a reflection of my vision. Best of luck to you.

k2p1e · 07-23-2006, 06:48 AM

Thank you again,
I am looking for the "whole" package. I had the opportunity to purchase a lovely male from atop kennel with a nice pedigree. he was what a I wanted, was recommended, but my beef? he was what I call a "kennel" dog, born and raise in a kennel, the breeder even admitted he was shyer then she liked, and not as socialized as she preferred. Very little snap.
I did not want to bring a dog into our home who was like that, I prefer a home raised, feisty, terrier spirited yorkie (my Reggie is like that, big dog in little body).
So no, I will not settle.
I had the opportunity to speak with laurie Hunter of NikNak yorkies on the phone and she was wonderful. I learned more in one hour then I have in years. She was open and wonderful b/c I made it clear I was not ready for a show quality yorkie I just wanted to learn and she was an incredible teacher!

07-18-2006, 05:15 PM	#1
k2p1e Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NB Posts: 212	Looking for a possible show prospect.. I am looking for a possible show prospect female. I would love to hear from some breeders that have litters upcoming this fall, I am in no hurry. Carla

07-18-2006, 05:31 PM	#2
sylvan YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Eastern PA Posts: 2,484	You may want to contact Kimberly King at www.yorkiepassion.com She is expecting a CH sired litter shortly. __________________ Stacy and the crew

07-19-2006, 05:45 AM	#3
fannie Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,693	I've got one litter due any day and another due a week from now. You can see their pedigrees at www.sweetyorkies.com . Blossom had 2 show prospects in her last litter so we're hoping that we'll have some this time as well! __________________ Steph, Mama to 6 skin babies and beautiful yorkies!

07-19-2006, 06:10 AM	#4
Rem&Silkmom YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 833	Wonderful Breeder www.ponderosas.com __________________ *Remmy&ChanceMOM*

07-19-2006, 12:54 PM	#6
RhapsodyYorkies Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Posts: 49	Akc Points Gosh Ricki, According to AKC, he only has 2 Single Points, thats 1 point for two different shows out of all the times you showed him.

07-19-2006, 12:30 PM	#5
RhapsodyYorkies Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Posts: 49	If you are serious about starting to show, this is the last place you should be looking. Do one on one phone calls to people that have been showing many years and can stand by there dogs records. Go to infodog.com and look up shows in your area, and if you want to talk to any National Club members, go to ytca.org Kind Regards, Cynthia

07-19-2006, 02:05 PM	#9
RhapsodyYorkies Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Posts: 49	I goofed up and replied back to the wrong post. Sorry Stacy, and thanks for the correction.

07-22-2006, 07:13 AM	#11
k2p1e Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NB Posts: 212	Thank you for the advice. I actually followed the dog show circuit last year and showed my standard poodle. We have pet yorkies and have wanted to show yorkies for a while. We are not taking our poodle back to the show ring because of his carsickness. He does well in the ring, but the moment he steps into the car and the engine starts he is sick and I will not drug him to stop it (that was suggested, we gave him gravol from the vet and he just wanted to sleep poor guy). The grooming is not an issue, I can do wraps in my sleep, lol. I put the post out there to see what breeders have on this forum, you never know. When I decide on a nother dog it takes me 1 year to decide if this is what i want, and 6 months- 1 year to find the right breeder and then the wait for a puppy. I am in no means in any hurry, I would never pruchase a puppy without researching. I believe in taking my time. I have been speaking with some of the top kennels in Canada (Nik Nak and Crystal Springs...) Right now I am just learning, I want to go with a breeder that has what I want, can teach me, and someone I can communicate with as a friend for the lifetime of my dog.

07-22-2006, 07:32 AM	#12
Lorraine Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Abbotsford, BC Posts: 2,060	I went to dog shows for about 2 or 3 years before I finally got a start. Be sure you do buy a show dog from a show breeder and someone who can help you even if over the phone. DId you get any points on the Standard Poodle? If you have been in the ring already showing a dog you have already gotten over one of the biggest hurdles. I have seen people who think the want to show then darn near faint in the ring and that' sthe end of it. LOL Good luck in your search. __________________ Lorraine www.loribenyorkies.com Canada

07-22-2006, 12:34 PM	#14
DazzlinYT YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: TN Posts: 462	You are definately going about things the right way, and my biggest piece of advise to you is DO NOT SETTLE. The most important thing you can do right now is learn. Learn everything you can about the breed. Attend shows and see what YOU like. There are many different "types" of dogs being exhibited, and it varies a lot according to what region of the country you are in. Determine what YOU like, and this doesn't happen over night. The Yorkie I thought I wanted 3 years ago is absolutely not the direction I am going in today. When you see dogs that you like being exhibited, make notations in your catalog, then go home and research those pedigrees. It won't be long before you see a common thread in the lines you are most drawn to. Do not be thrown off by a pretty head and coat. Those are all well and good, but don't mean a hill of beans if the dog has a terrible structure under it. LEARN STRUCTURE! I can say that a million times. TRUELY learn what is under those coats, how it all is supposed to fit together, and reflect in that dog's movement and over all balance. There are lots of books you can get to help you learn, Form Function and FAncy, Dog Steps are two I reccomend. Do not assume because someone has been breeding/exhibiting for a long time that they must know what they are doing.. I have seen tons of dogs from long time breeders that leave me thinking "what have they been doing for 20 years???" find a breeder who shares your "vision" for the correct "perfect" yorkshire terrier. Do not be afraid of co-ownerships. Most reputible breeders are not going to let their show dogs go with full ownership and rights, and if they do, wonder why...especially on a female. The most important thing you can do right now is learn everything you can, and make yourself known. I spent 2 years dragging around dogs that were nice pet quality at best, until I think people finally just felt sorry for me, LOL It took over 2 years to get my first REAL SHOW DOG...and it was not a female. I am glad for that, because it gave me time to really learn what the heck I was doing, and not just acquire another dog that wasn't what I wanted or was a reflection of my vision. Best of luck to you. __________________ Becki & The Dazzlin' Yorkies

07-23-2006, 06:48 AM	#15
k2p1e Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NB Posts: 212	Thank you again, I am looking for the "whole" package. I had the opportunity to purchase a lovely male from atop kennel with a nice pedigree. he was what a I wanted, was recommended, but my beef? he was what I call a "kennel" dog, born and raise in a kennel, the breeder even admitted he was shyer then she liked, and not as socialized as she preferred. Very little snap. I did not want to bring a dog into our home who was like that, I prefer a home raised, feisty, terrier spirited yorkie (my Reggie is like that, big dog in little body). So no, I will not settle. I had the opportunity to speak with laurie Hunter of NikNak yorkies on the phone and she was wonderful. I learned more in one hour then I have in years. She was open and wonderful b/c I made it clear I was not ready for a show quality yorkie I just wanted to learn and she was an incredible teacher!