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Originally Posted by nuts4yorkies  You all are VERY knowledgeable and what I read from you is very helpful about this breed. At what age should a pup be evaluated? They change so much from young pups to mature dogs. I did have my pups totally evaluated by a reputable vet and she did all of the tests that were mentioned in some of these posts and threads here. Both dogs came back with a clean bill of health and no background of c-section, liver shunt disease, or anything else. One thing of my concern now after reading all of your information is the quality of the coat of my female. She has a "thicker" soft more than silky coat, but I do keep them in puppy cuts (I don't know if it would be different if I let it grow out?) My male clearly has a silkier coat than Missy. He is the blue and gold color and Missy is black and tan. Which color is more desirable in the breed?
Thanks for your time and knowledge!!!
Leanne |
I begin looking and only looking at them at 8 weeks....just for personality....
I watch them throughout their growing period, watching for structure, movement, fearlessness, etc....but, never really making the first decision until 4 or 5 months....final decision is when I take them in the ring...