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Originally Posted by yorkiegal719 Ok gals. I have been reading all the "commotion" about some "newbies" that want to start to breed. There have been a lot of discussion and heated debate about what makes a good breeder and what doesn't. My question to you: Why did you buy your first dog? Was it because you loved him/her or was it just to use it for breeding? One point that really concerns me is how many dogs did you "professional" breeders go through before you got your perfect dog? Where did your dogs go if they weren't "good" enough? If you still haven't achieved that perfect dog, then how much different are you then someone who is really interested in starting out and wanting to use their pet if they have really checked out their lines and think that they may be good enough? They may not produce the exact standard but doesn't that take many years and maybe never? They may have been scared out of breeding by everyone telling them that they are not good enough, maybe not in so much words, but the insinuation is there. I know, there are enough dogs in shelters, but tell that to the puppymills. I'm not trying to start anything but I've been here quit a while and it just seems like whenever someone is asking for a little help, even though sometimes it may seem silly, remember it's someones passion and we have to remember to be a little patient.. |
I think these are some really good questions asked here. I don't think they are directed toward any one, just genuine questions. Even if you can get a yorkie off some of the
"show quality" yorkies good luck getting breeding rights. Now, I understand why most don't want to give that priviledge as many have stuggled to get their lines the way they want them (certain looks and confirmation) and they don't want others to undo their work. But you can still find awesome quality yorkies from breeders that don't show and keep developing them within your own breeding programs. Start showing and get yourself known. Don't rely on others work with the proper research on the lines anyone can do this, if this is what you so desire. I personally would only defer new people from breeding if they don't know the risks in breeding, if they haven't done their homework. It can be very heartbreaking and expensive as well as rewarding. You really need to pay attention to herdity diseases and genetics. Not to mention this is not a get quick rich sceme, it is a 24/7 365 day and night job. Our dogs look to us for everything and so will those puppies. You just really need to be very committed to this. I think this is what most of us breeders are trying to inform everyone of what is involved. Not to say they aren't qualified or capable. Yes everyone needs to start somewhere, we are just trying to help those who don't have a clue. There is so much to consider in breeding some specialize in temperment, some breed for coats, some breed for size, ect.... Okay I am rambling now, but I think you get the point. Theresa we have had some wonderful emails with sharing on our Biewers. You have proposed some wonder questions. I think you are a very intelligent woman. If breeding is what you want to do I think you have put your best foot forward and will be wonderful at it. The rest of the newbies wanting to breed just improve on the breed, research the breed, research the lines, talk to your vet, make sure you have a wonderful vet to relay on you will need them. Continue asking your questions no matter how silly you might think they are.
We are here to all help one another. Just remember it should be our fur friends health and well being that comes first and foremost.