I just wanted to say I am appalled at these posts about Ruth of MsChif Yorkies. I own one of her Championed sired puppies. He is the most beautiful AND healthy Yorkie I have ever owned. He is currently being shown and will become a champion himself. As to visiting a breeders home.....it is just too damn dangerous. Too many breeders have been robbed and/or killed because they allowed strangers to enter their home. Another problem is a breeder cannot determine if someone is REALLY an animal terrorist from peta or the humane society. Do a google search and you will find the news stories about both of these situations. Also visiting the home is no guarantee the dog is well-bred or healthy. I have friends who can attest to that fact. What is important is the breeders testing procedures, personal integreity, the health guarantee and the willingness to stand behind her dog for it's whole life. It's too bad the the poster of this thread has missed out on getting a really GREAT Yorkie.
Also I have friend who lives in the mid west who only a couple of weeks ago showed a Maltese puppy to a buyer. The "buyer" returned when she was not home...broke her door down and stole the puppy. The police were of no help! She used an online service to track the person.....found the puppy and turned him into the police. The police recovered her puppy and he is home safe. BUT why should we be exposed to this type of activity? Can anyone tell me why should a breeder give up all their privacy and put their life on the line to sell you a puppy. |