[Ladymom]

Originally Posted by nevb1973

This is an excellent post! I am wanting to add a yorkie to my family in about two years. I have two dachshunds now . They both came from a show breeder, they had a top 5 bitch a few years ago, and that is the way I will go in the future. I will only support a show breeder. My current girls are just great the quality of their personality and health really shines through. They look like a dachsie should look and act like one should act. I think dachshunds are the #5 most popular breed so I see many out there and there is a definite difference between my girls and the others I see. I think buyers really need to take the time to do their research and educate themselves before they add a pet to the family. Sadly that does not happen often enough. You need to read the breed standard and understand the personality of the breed and what it will need from you to thrive.You need to know what you should be looking for. All of the breed clubs have big sections on what to look for in a breeder and people just don't utilize that or even know that information is out there. People really need to become educated consumers it is the only way to stop the horrors of puppy mills and BYB's. It's often quoted "when you know better you do better" and it is true.My parents had field trial labradors when I was a kid and I can't believe the dogs I see that are supposed to be labradors. They are not close to standard. I think people really need to support breeders who only try to produce quality. We need to do it better the breed and support the future of the breed. There are many attempts to pass laws to control and limit dog ownership in an attempt to stem the overpopulation. These laws will hurt the show and hobby breeders who are preserving and bettering the breed and have little effect on mass breeders. Any one who supports mills, pet shops and BYB's is helping to contribute to the downfall of quality healthy happy dogs. You need to think before you spend. I will wait and save until I can afford the $1500-$200 I anticipate spending on a pet quality limited registration male from a responsible breeder. I am willing to be put on a waiting list. We need to remember that the best things often come to those who wait. It applies to family members too! My girls put the idea of yorkie in my head but then I researched it will be my responsibility and my girls companion and playmate but the well-being lies with me. I researched and liked what I read, A small dog with a bold terrier personality that will be good for a family with kids and I want a playful dog too. I am just hoping my future baby will love fetch. My girls DO NOT fetch they are far too dignified for that they are couch babies! Ok I have rambled too long I will end it here and respectfully submit my opinion on the matter. Yes most dogs need to be placed on limited registration!

Well said!