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maltesemommy · 12-31-2008, 10:39 AM

Hello everyone. I am looking for a reputable Yorkie breeder, in the Virginia, Maryland region to adopt a female Yorkie puppy from.
I have spoken with a few so far, but had a few questions that I was hoping someone out there could help me out with.
We are looking for a female between 4 and 5 ponds, with AKC papers, and champion bloodlines if possible. We are not looking to show her, or breed her.
Friends of ours purchased a "Yorkie" from a backyard breeder, that came with AKC papers. The dog ended up weighing over 20 pounds , and looked more like a Silky then a Yorkie. We do not want the same thing to happen to us. So....
1. How much can I expect to pay. One breeder quoted us $3500, while another quoted $1800. We want a quality dog, but do not want to be ripped off either.
2. Can anyone recommend a breeder? Preferably within driving distance.
Thanks in advance for any advice!!!

12-31-2008, 10:39 AM	#1
maltesemommy YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northen Virginia Posts: 5	Looking for a female Yorkie puppy in Virginia Hello everyone. I am looking for a reputable Yorkie breeder, in the Virginia, Maryland region to adopt a female Yorkie puppy from. I have spoken with a few so far, but had a few questions that I was hoping someone out there could help me out with. We are looking for a female between 4 and 5 ponds, with AKC papers, and champion bloodlines if possible. We are not looking to show her, or breed her. Friends of ours purchased a "Yorkie" from a backyard breeder, that came with AKC papers. The dog ended up weighing over 20 pounds , and looked more like a Silky then a Yorkie. We do not want the same thing to happen to us. So.... 1. How much can I expect to pay. One breeder quoted us $3500, while another quoted $1800. We want a quality dog, but do not want to be ripped off either. 2. Can anyone recommend a breeder? Preferably within driving distance. Thanks in advance for any advice!!!