I agree with you, i think that they do charge way to much! I also understand that shelters are non-profit, and the adoption fees do go on helping the other dogs BUT you are adopting an unwanted yorkie, giving it another chance!! For it not to go to the right home just because people cant afford the amount the shelter want for it i think its just crazy and defeates the point alittle!! If people wanted to pay that much for a yorkie am sure they would go and find a breeder instead. I dunno but i do agree with everything you are saying i do think it is unfair.
i still hope you get the little furbutt tho hehe!!