Quote:
Originally Posted by Lorraine  According to reports from the Biewer group that did DNA testing to find out the genetics of the Biewer, it was found there is very little Yorkie genes in them. They are the result ofgetting a mix in there. You think that didn't happen in the partis? Guess again!
YTCA doesn't want to change the standard to allow partis because they aren't yorkies and do not fit the breed standard for colour.
Call them something else and go through all the work,money, years, dedication it takes to have a new breed recognized. That would not bother anyone instead of trying to ride on the tail of an established breed so you can market them for big bucks as rare. |
I've seen this sentiment echoed on other forums. As for the AKC's DNA testing on the Partis, wouldn't that just prove parentage and say nothing about the breed purity of the dogs?
I think the bottom line is that a Yorkshire Terrier is a blue and tan/gold dog....period. Historical mentions of off-colored dogs and a registry's DNA profiling to prove parentage will not sway the parent club.