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Originally Posted by Cerise  Exactly!
More people will eventually learn that HEALTHIER is the key to quality Yorkie breeding, not smaller, especially if they get a chance to read about all of the drama of sick and dying puppies before they make their purchase.
To the poster of the sick puppy...many owners of sick puppies claim they wouldn't trade them for nothing because they love them so much. I can understand the love and I think that is okay if you can afford it, but not everyone can afford these type of on-going vet bills. I'm sure there are some owners who really wish they had waited and became more informed before their purchase. I say to them, love your babies and don't get offended when people on YT answer your questions by using logic, common sense, or experience, because there are serious Yorkie experts on here (I'm not one of them) who know their stuff, and they will sometimes tell you what you may not want to hear, like or agree with. But it's good information.
Having a new puppy that is constantly getting sick or needing medical attention is NOT a good sign for where the puppy came from. IMO the purchaser of that sickly puppy was scammed because the selling breeder cared more for the money instead of the breed, no matter how long they claim to have been in the breeding business. Though there are many Yorkies given up to shelters and rescues for these discouraging reasons, these breeders know Yorkies sell. |
I admit, I made a mistake and probably was scammed, but I do love my dog and I can aford to take care of him so I would never give him up to a shelter. I feel this dog came to me for a reason. He may not have even had a chance with someone else. He has gotten through his illnesses and is doing much better. I gave him a chance at life. I have seen many other posts on here of people taking care of sick animals and I want to give them my best. No one would choose to get a sick puppy but if it is what you are given in life the only thing you could do is take care of them the best you can. I realize not everyone can afford it they just have to do what is best for them and the animal.
Every animal deserves a chance at life. So in response, no I wouldn't change the fact that I got my dog. He has taught me a lot in the time he has been with me and will hopefully give me many years of happiness. He's taught me patience and made me a more caring person.
I agree that breeders need to stop trying to sell sell sell and care more about quality not quantity. Healthy puppies should be the ONLY goal.
Sorry for rambling.