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Originally Posted by Amazing Yorkies  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. |
Deb,
I'm so sorry to hear about the re-diagnosis.... My husband was diagnosed with Malignant Melanoma in early spring.... Between the surgeries and treatment, it has been a nightmare not to mention extremely expensive both financially and emotionally.... We never know if the next appointment is going to show another indication in another organ... It just goes everywhere.... I find myself feeling just as you do.... I really can't get far from home as he really relies on me for a lot of emotional support, so being out of town for any length of time is just not an option, plus 3 very active kiddos.... My dogs are where I find the most solace... As I’m sure you know all too well, we have to keep our heads up and tears at bay, so lots of days I sit in my dog room and just cry my eyes out… They snuggle up to me and make me feel soooo much better… Working with them is such a productive way to manage the stress!
I had someone on here really slam me for not showing a while back…. I didn’t publically respond, but the point being that we often have no idea what each others’ personal lives are like. It is often an unfortunate rush to judgment.