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Originally Posted by red98vett  I'm only guessing ....but with the internet & WAY too many people jumping on the band wagon to sell puppies, (I won't say breeding because it's an insult to those who really care) ....the yorkie population has exploded and with that - so have health issues and problems.
When a dog gets popular - everyone and their uncle want to cash in.
I feel sorry for the people who breed for the love of the dog - they must feel ill reading and seeing all the health issues so many are experiencing (I know I do) ...even worse - dogs are suffering all because someone wanted to make a quick buck. |
I think so too. Reason it is so important to test the parents and pups!!! I would rather be safe than sorry. Also when you go to pet food stores, parks where dogs go, vet offices, etc... Always best to take off your shoes before coming into your house and bringing something into your home and allowing your dogs at home to get it. I then bleach my shoes and my car mats to kill any germs. Even when I take my dogs to the vet for regular visits I always bring a pee pad or blanket to be the barrier between them and the examining table. I then have the vet techs throw away the pee pad for me as I leave the room, or I can wash the blanket when I get home right away. If I use a blanket, I make sure it never touches my dog once we leave. I use a baggie and place it in there till I get to the washer and throw the baggie away. Yes, they have their vaccines, but it can happen that they can pick up something. I would rather be super safe.