When I first started thinking about breeding my Yorkie I began my research. I’ve spent nearly every day of this year researching and talking to breeders. I’m sure I’ve driven one very nice and helpful – and encouraging – breeder crazy with all my questions. I’m still not sure I will breed my dog, but should I decide to, in the end that is my decision. Even after spending as much time possible with a Yorkie breeder, along with reading and researching everything I can about breeding and Yorkies I know there is more to learn but the “height” difference is something I never thought of to even ask it of someone, nor did that breeder think to mention that aspect to me, I guess what bothers me is if I hadn’t mentioned I have been trying to become an informed breeder before even making the final decision to breed and came here and asked that question my head would have been on a silver platter too. Why is it assumed that someone hasn’t done their research just because they ask a question that a more experienced breeder might know? I think people should be given the benefit of the doubt and positive assumptions rather than negative ones. I think the fact they are asking a question, even if “silly” to a seasoned breeder shows they are giving the breeders here respect…and in turn should expect – and receive -- a respectful and mature answer. I’d like to be able just to ask a question without feeling like I have to post a resume as should others.
And, at the risk of going “on and on”, I don’t believe people should respond to someone looking to have their breeding questions answered that they should go and get a rescue, as that is inappropriately presumptuous, which was basically my original point. I think if the person wanted a rescue dog the question would have been, “Where do I go to get a rescue dog?” not “[How to I make them fit?]” Making people feel small and watching their heads fall, is only a lost opportunity for responsible breeders (here and everywhere) to contribute to the breed.