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maybeiloveyou · 05-12-2007, 01:19 PM

I also am wary because of the fact that each website has like, 10 puppies for sale? If there were like 2-3, that would be fine, maybe even 5 (if she just had a litter), but 10+? First off, no Yorkie should be having more than 5 pups, no one should be breeding multiple Yorkies at the same time, and reputable breeders don't breed unless they know that there are people who are going to be buying their Yorkies. (which is why many have waiting lists)

Also, her females are quite small and the males are not that small. IF you were to breed a 4lb Yorkie (not really recommended!), you need to breed it with a 2lb male Yorkie, not a 4lb male Yorkie.

Don't EVER feel bad about asking "too many questions". A responsible breeder is just as concerned as you are - they only want the best homes for their dogs. You asking questions shows them that you're a responsible owner. I've asked breeders 20+ questions, the majority of them have happily replied back, and sent me a list of questions of their own. If a breeder doesn't inquire about you - that's a MAJOR red flag as well.

05-12-2007, 01:19 PM	#27
maybeiloveyou YT Addict Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 257	I also am wary because of the fact that each website has like, 10 puppies for sale? If there were like 2-3, that would be fine, maybe even 5 (if she just had a litter), but 10+? First off, no Yorkie should be having more than 5 pups, no one should be breeding multiple Yorkies at the same time, and reputable breeders don't breed unless they know that there are people who are going to be buying their Yorkies. (which is why many have waiting lists) Also, her females are quite small and the males are not that small. IF you were to breed a 4lb Yorkie (not really recommended!), you need to breed it with a 2lb male Yorkie, not a 4lb male Yorkie. Don't EVER feel bad about asking "too many questions". A responsible breeder is just as concerned as you are - they only want the best homes for their dogs. You asking questions shows them that you're a responsible owner. I've asked breeders 20+ questions, the majority of them have happily replied back, and sent me a list of questions of their own. If a breeder doesn't inquire about you - that's a MAJOR red flag as well. Last edited by maybeiloveyou; 05-12-2007 at 01:24 PM.