Yes, you do need to be careful about a health guarantee. Most Germans do not offer it at all. I even know of one US breeder that sold a dog "AS IS" The poor new owner did not read the contract very well, because she was verbally told the puppy was an excellent breeding show prospect. When the puppy developed problems the new owner talked to the breeder but was told "sorry, you bought it as is."
As far as showing, I have shown ARBA, and IABCA. Both are excellent places to learn to show and about the dogs. The judges for the most part are very friendly and willing to help even newbies. I have been raising Biewers since 2006 and also started showing in the fall of that year. I have heard that NAKC is also a wonderful venue for show, it is just they are not as close to me. There are many wonderful people to meet, and not just Biewer people at these shows. We have gotten some of our best grooming tips from other breeds.
As with the traditional yorkies there are health problems to watch out for whether you buy from Germany or here in the states. |