Oscar is 9 months old and was just recently neutered. He also had 6 baby teeth pulled at the same time. My decision to neuter came partially as a result of my vet telling me that he was undershot, or that he had an underbite. In fact, one of his lower canines is long to the point of almost hitting the roof of his mouth. My vet suggested giving him a chew toy that he will vigorously chew on to wear that tooth down. My breeder sold Oscar to me for $500...that is her going rate for males and $600 for females. He was AKC registered and she was considering using him for stud back to some of her females. Except for his teeth, he was probably pretty close to breeding quality. But since he did have a flaw, I decided to go on a neuter him. I was also concerned about him becoming a not so nice house dog after he was bred, so that also played a part in my decision. Whatever you pay for your puppy, if you decide to breed or not, is your choice...but as long as you love him or her as much as I love Oscar and as much as everybody here loves their Yorkies, you cannot put a price on that...it is just something you need to research and be comfortable with. Best of luck with your new baby...where ever he or she comes from...you will love it! |