[capt_noonie]

She is not being negative. Everything she has stated is pure fact. The truth about our beloved yorkies is scary and sad. The fact that you admit your Dixie is from a byb is more reason for you to not have bred her. You don't know her background. All we are saying is you don't know what genetic disorders you may have passed onto her pups. If they need liver shunt surgery are you prepared for the expenses?

I'm glad the mommy made it through and the pups survived, but if you read around the breeders forum here, you will see the majority is not as lucky. That is why we err on the safe side, even though perhaps some newbies may see it as being mean or rude. Stick around and you will see we are very passionate about the well being of the breed and the future of the breed.