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Originally Posted by CobysMom  Thank you for your apology and it is great that you an advocate against puppy mills, dog overpopulation, etc. However, without having tunnel vision, think of what you just stated above. You are telling me that we have reputable breeders in the US, my question to you is, how are they not contributing to overpopulation each time they breed? It is the same thing. A puppy is being brought into the same world that you are speaking of in regards to overpopulation. So why would you support them? Every breeder didn't start out being reputable. They created a name for themselves and you or I do not know there true intentions for breeding. You may be supporting a breeder that says one thing to you but in their heart they are breeding just because they can or because they want to create a living off of them. I currently own 2 successful businesses where I can stay home with my children as well as my "doggie babies" so making money is something that I already do without breeding. In my original post, I explained that my boy does stop humping when I tell him to, I just wanted to ensure that I was doing the right thing and to get other suggestions. I don't mind suggestions but I do find it strange when you talk about my desire to breed and give me statistics when in fact none of us would have our fur babies if it wasn't for a breeder having a desire to breed. Each of us love our pets in our own way and there is no right or wrong answer. The only reason I became offended is because you never addressed my issues, you only focused on the fact that stated that I had a desire to breed in the future. It is a free forum and we all have different opinions. That is what truly makes this forum useful because it gives several viewpoints on issues. All I ask is that when you read the issues that are posted, that you address the issue and not so much bash the things that are mentioned that you may feel aren't up to your standards. Everyone on here at some point or another need advice and would like to have it from one yorkie talk family member to another. |
Agree with everything CouversMom said.
I'll tell you the truth... when I first got Jackson, as a new pet owner, sometimes I thought the same thing... oh maybe it would be fun to breed him, he would have adorable puppies. After much research, reading here on YT, etc, I couldn't believe I had
ever once thought that way. He's way over standard at 12.5lbs, he's got an overbite, his coloring is not "correct," he's longer than most, etc. I LOVE him more than anything and wouldn't trade him for any 4lb Yorkie ever. He's perfect to me. But he shouldn't be bred. Plus, I prefer my boy to not mark indoors, be concerned with humping every dog he meets or worry about him impregnating another dog.
Technically, yes, the reputable breeders ARE adding to the population as well... but like CouversMom stated.. they are there to
better the breed. Without them, we would no longer have purebreds or standards for dogs. People choose a Yorkie for a reason usually, they like the look, temperament, etc... without the professional breeders bettering the breed, we would no longer have that guarantee. They spay and neuter their puppies that they are not going to keep for breeding. And they have A LOT of sacrifces in order to be a breeder. Most will tell you that you do sort of "lose your pet" because he's now a male with raging hormones, only concerned about mating. Once they have that once, they want it again. That's not to say they're not sweet dogs. Especially the popular breeds, such as the Golden Retriever and the Yorkie. They're sooo overbred, it's not even funny, and without regard to their health. Golden Retrivers used to be known as the best family dogs... they're now number two or three on the list for DOG BITES. Why? Because humans, us, people, have inbred them so much and not taken any note to their health, temperament, etc. That was human beings doing.
And I DID give you advice. The whole purpose of my post was to explain that the behavior will most likely continue throughout your dogs entire life if they don't get fixed. Sorry. That's just the bottom line. Yes, discipline should be enforced and you can help the issue but it's never going to completely go away.
Eventually you will understand. It took a while for it to sink in to me, too... but you will soon realize how big of an issue this is. It's not just "having puppies" because you want to "sell them for cheap." If you can't afford the Yorkie in the first place, what is going to happen when your "cheap dog" gets violently ill and costs you $5000 in vet bills? Turn him into the shelter? Let him die because you can't afford it? I would never personally pay over $1000 for a dog, and I'm not against people selling dogs for less in any way... but it's just an issue that has to be addressed when purchasing "a cheap dog". If you're looking for one of those, go to the shelter! There are MILLIONS of great animals, puppies, adults and seniors that need homes. They're usually under $300 and already been spayed/neutered and had all shots.
I agree with this:
Everyone on here at some point or another need advice and would like to have it from one yorkie talk family member to another. That's why I'm giving you advice. Because when I first joined, I learned SO much that I wouldn't have EVER known without the site. I'd like to share my knowledge with other YT members.
I suggest highly you read this:
Puppy Buyer's Guide