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ButterflyKisses · 07-13-2010, 04:52 PM

I raise Yorkie puppies and I will tell you for SURE that NO REPUTABLE breeder will let a Yorkie baby go before 10 weeks old and if that puppy is expected to be in the 5 lb or less range, then the puppy should not be let go until 12 weeks old. This is due to stress that can cause hypoglycemia and the death of your puppy in less then 24 hours.
The number one thing I tell people to ask is for the veterinarian's phone number. You SHOULD call her vet first and ask questions about the care of her dogs and puppies. If she gives you excuses as to why you cannot call her vet - he's too busy, doesn't like interruptions, etc, then DO NOT buy from this person. Also if the puppies are only 3 weeks old and they are letting them go for so low - that is another red flag. Also why aren't the puppies registered. Are the parent's registered? I am assuming you will be able to see both parents? Why is she letting anyone close to the puppies at that age. I will not let my puppies be seen (except by pictures) until they have had 1st shots at around 6 weeks old. Otherwise she is risking their health and the health of the other dogs. This is something you really need to be careful about. But DO ask for her vet's number and really consider waiting until you can talk to her vet and even ask for references of others that have bought puppies from her. As tempting as it will be - don't buy on the spot. And DON'T take a puppy home at 6 weeks old. I don't even start weaning until the puppy is around 6 weeks old and then have them weaned around 8 weeks old, ready to leave at 10 to 12 weeks old. Best to you!

07-13-2010, 04:52 PM	#18
ButterflyKisses Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bolivar, Missouri Posts: 66	hummmm - I'd beware I raise Yorkie puppies and I will tell you for SURE that NO REPUTABLE breeder will let a Yorkie baby go before 10 weeks old and if that puppy is expected to be in the 5 lb or less range, then the puppy should not be let go until 12 weeks old. This is due to stress that can cause hypoglycemia and the death of your puppy in less then 24 hours. The number one thing I tell people to ask is for the veterinarian's phone number. You SHOULD call her vet first and ask questions about the care of her dogs and puppies. If she gives you excuses as to why you cannot call her vet - he's too busy, doesn't like interruptions, etc, then DO NOT buy from this person. Also if the puppies are only 3 weeks old and they are letting them go for so low - that is another red flag. Also why aren't the puppies registered. Are the parent's registered? I am assuming you will be able to see both parents? Why is she letting anyone close to the puppies at that age. I will not let my puppies be seen (except by pictures) until they have had 1st shots at around 6 weeks old. Otherwise she is risking their health and the health of the other dogs. This is something you really need to be careful about. But DO ask for her vet's number and really consider waiting until you can talk to her vet and even ask for references of others that have bought puppies from her. As tempting as it will be - don't buy on the spot. And DON'T take a puppy home at 6 weeks old. I don't even start weaning until the puppy is around 6 weeks old and then have them weaned around 8 weeks old, ready to leave at 10 to 12 weeks old. Best to you!