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Originally Posted by magicgenie  The Yorkshire Terrier has been carelessly overbred to fill a large demand from people who either cannot afford one or who otherwise choose to skimp on the cost of a good one. This practice is now endangering the integrity of the breed. We're seeing liver shunt, MVD, and luxating patellas in staggering numbers, and an abundance of dogs that are so far out of conformity to the breed standard that most people probably don't know what a real Yorkshire Terrier is supposed to look like. |
I have to say that I very much agree with this statement. Yorkies are VERY overbred, and it's definitely hurting this wonderful breed
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Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs.
Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.