[ChantalB]

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

It's almost sad that we need a thread like this to warn potential yorkie owners of what not to look for in a breeder. There are some people who will just turn a blind eye when there is something that they want at the price they want.

Some scams are so obvious, but still we need to try to educate people.
Don't...
buy from a breeder who uses "teacup" "teddy bear" "doll face" terms.
buy from a breeder who will guarantee adult size.
buy a pup from the internet.
buy from a breeder who will ship.
buy from a breeder where you haven't seen the parents.
buy from someone where you haven't visited their home.
assume you will get a free pup just by paying the shipping costs.
think someone's sob story of why they need to get rid of their pup asap is true.
buy a pup just b/c it is cheap.
buy a pup from the pet shop.
buy a pup just b/c you feel sorry for it and want to rescue it.

Anyone else think of more, just add it on!

Good post!