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Originally Posted by Mardelin  Donna & I were taught and mentored the same way. Both us folllow the same code of ethics and conduct put forth by The YTCA.
I'm sorry that you felt that we were jumping on you, that was never my intention. And I hope that this will not hinder you from posting and asking questions. However, you did ask for advice from experienced breeders and we were offering it. Probably a bit more detailed as we breeder/exhibitors tend to do. At times it's not what we want to hear, but then everyone doesn't do things the same. |
Although I'm not a member, I've also studied the code of ethics and conduct put forth by the YTCA. At no time have I read that a Breeder should hold on to a puppy until they are 6 or 7 months old. I find many things, as well as personal preferences are passed down from mentors, and gospel to those that are mentored.
I guess I've been lucky, as I haven't seen my younger puppies fall apart as they get older. I would have many more Bred-by Champions if my husband hadn't gotten Cancer years ago, and hasn't been healthy since. And recently been re-diagnosed, it may be a little longer before I can get out to the show ring on a regular basis. He doesn't do well if I leave him too long or too often, and Cancer is a very expensive disease, not leaving much for motel rooms and traveling. Yet my goal of producing the very best Yorkshire Terrier remains the top of my list. So although I don't have many bred-by Champions, doesn't mean several couldn't have been Champions. I know my dogs, I know my backgrounds, I know my pedigrees, and I know my puppies. I do have a contract as required by the YTCA code of ethics and conduct, and I stand behind every puppy I sell.
To the OP.. Thank you for your trust in me as your Breeder. I would wait until she is a little older for the bile acid test. I also don't like to see one that young fasting. I hope you can rest somewhat assured until that time, as her parents, grandparents, great grandparents and her great, great grandparents have been bile acid tested. As I've already told you, please feel free to contact me at any time. I am always willing to help in any way, whether you purchase from me, or not.