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Originally Posted by perenlawn1  I am still in search of our first forever pet yorkie. We have been in search since last year. I am having a hard time convincing DH about the prices for one of these little darlings. I also am having a tough time to even give him substantial reasons for the costs myself.. as I am new to the breed.
If buying from a "Hobby" breeder, why are they advertising at $1200-1800 for a puppy? I could see if they were from a champion sired momma and daddy who actively were shown and promoted, but to pay that much for a puppy from a "hobbyist".. is that normal? I have even encountered some who are asking more than $2000.
Also, we are considering a breeder who shows and is local.. They do not have a litter now and not any planned until later this year. I do not know about waiting and if so, do we just deposit on a puppy without even seeing anythng other than the parent? I have only seen the parents on their website. They seem leery to allow us to see them and these are very well-known breeders who are national champions... I know they are very well known and our vet mentioned they knew of them and they raise great dogs... But, they do not seem willing to allow us to even see what they have.
So, I am here at home, spinning my wheels trying to figure out what is the best course of action? We truly want a little girl...just because... and we want a very nice puppy... but I hesitate to pay for a dog that is not near me to see, I don't know anything about the people and don't know about their "hobby". Can you substantiate that? Thank you in advance for your advice... I appreciate it.  |
Please read this thread and it can help you on prices and the type of breeder to support.
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...kie-puppy.html
Explanation on breeder/exhibitors....they breed minimally, but breed for themselves first. And most of the time you will have to be put on a waiting list. However, at no time is a deposit requested until the litter is born. They will more than likely interview before allowing you into their home and the pups are over 8 weeks and have had their first innoculation. It's normal practice. These breeders are not in the business of selling puppies, even though they do. There first priority is for the welfare of the puppies and only want the best for them. Yes, you will have questions for them, but be prepared to be grilled too. It won't be a situation where you meet and you walk away with a puppy on the first meeting.
You are right to do your homework, take your time, don't be in a hurry. We are an instant, I want it now society....but this is a major decision. Stay away from websites, classifieds. Stick with a breeder that you have easy access to and when the time comes can visit the breeder and puppies.