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Originally Posted by Brooklynn  That's not what I said looking down upon those who know less than I do...I don't know everything but what I do know and what I've experienced in the breeding and showing of yorkies would be of help BUT because of my experience it's considered to be holier than thou, the YTCA code of ethics states that we should help the newbies and explain why some yorkies should NEVER be bred. We hope you or anyone would want to better the breed and listen to those that do have experience and listen and not get offended. We are here to help and we have to uphold the YTCA code of conduct and code of ethics and if we promote breeding pet quality yorkies then we are not doing what is expected of us as members of the YTCA
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I won't donate for the promotion of selling of puppies but I might make a donation of selling of products and or of the rescuing and caring of dogs. That is a big difference. I still will advocate contacting your vet or mentor for medical advice before seeking answers on a forum but will ask questions regarding health, sickness after I have sought medical advice from a professional. I have no problem in asking or answering questions from certain experiences I've had regarding health issues but a certified medical adivse should be sought first just as in a human baby! You take your human baby to a baby doctor before getting answers online. Common sense should come into play but again just my opinion and would be discouraged if my opinion were to be stiffled. Please don't take offense because I am a firm believer in that we all are entitled to it.
Donna Bird
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Do you really think that's the case? I've seen many, many threads where people tell potential breeders that it takes years of research and mentoring to breed responsibly. I've seen tons of threads here where people are told to take their dog to the vet ASAP. I've also seen many threads where moderators are criticized, or the number of "BYBers" here is bemoaned.
I donated to YT because of all the reasons
Wylie's Mom listed in the closed thread. I don't look at the breeding section that much. If you are uncomfortable with pups being sold here, then either don't donate, as you have not, or maybe start a thread suggesting that section be closed. Maybe don't start it as "I'm a reputable breeder and I'm appalled by how dumb you all are, and I won't donate unless that shameful puppies for sale section is closed." But if you have a legitimate concern that can be tactfully addressed, that could be a very worthy topic of discussion.
Also, considering that there is another thread by the same breeder that has 5+ pages, I don't think she's being stiffled. Whether or not that was the intention, the closed thread came off as snooty and judgmental. To be honest, I don't think it helps the reputable breeders' cause when people identifying themselves manage to come off as both rude AND overly sensitive.
As for whether there are people here without much common sense - well, it is the internet!