I got Roxy from yorkiepup.com. I fell in love with her sweet little face and that was that. My mother is retired and said that no grand-dog of hers was going to fly alone on an airplane, and she and her best friend immediately loaded up with her 2 Bichons, and on a road-trip they went.
When I joined YT, I started learning about what to look for in a reputable breeder, and started to wonder if Roxy came from a puppy mill. I asked my mom again what it was like when they picked Roxy up. She again said that, yes, there were alot of dogs, but they seemed cared for, and their cages were clean. She said that the man (Jeff) had yorkies of his own who followed him and were definitely devoted to him and were right up on the desk "helping" him with the paperwork.
As far as Roxy's temperment and health - we have been very fortunate with her. She is such a sweet, loving, wonderful puppy. She is not a barker, potty training has gone pretty well, she is VERY smart, and completely fearless. Her puppy health was ok. She was diagnosed as having coccidia the first week, but responded very well to her antibiotic. She had a very sensitive tummy, but when she left grandma's TLC (and people treats!) and was subjected to mom's strict dog food only regimen, her tummy was fine! No other problems until a couple of months ago when she started limping. She was diagnosed with Legg-Perthes disease and has since had FHO surgery. (I posted asking for prayers for Roxy - THANK YOU YTers!!!!) The surgery went very well. The vets all said that the cause of Legg-Perthes is a mystery. Some think it is genetic, but it can't be proven.
When I read yorkiepup.com's guarantee again to see if they might help with the surgery, what I basically understood was that they will give you another pup after you send them the "defective" pup. There is no way in this world I would ever part with Roxy!!!!! She is my baby, a member of the family, and we truly and deeply love her!!!!
I believe things happen for a reason. Roxy was meant to be a part of my family. I wouldn't change having Roxy for anything. That being said, I am now starting to look for a sister for Roxy. And no, even with as much as I love my Roxy, I will not be purchasing another pup from yorkiepup.com.
I don't know quite how to go about finding the right place to find our future family-member. We are in Idaho, and I haven't found litters anywhere in this area. I am being picky this time - I want a breeder who is hands-on with their pups - who loves the breed and is not just out for the dollar. I'm glad I didn't know then what I know now, but now that I have learned, I will be far more careful next time around!
By the way - if any of you know of a sweet female puppy who will probably hit between 4.5-5 lbs. (I don't want a big size difference between the playmates!), or are expecting litters between now and early spring, in this side of the country, keep us in mind!!!
Good luck on your puppy search! May you find as much love and happiness with your baby as we have found with our Roxy!! |