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Originally Posted by cura0008  I was not aware that puppies were supposed to be kept past 8 weeks old. I'm not sure that she is willing to hold him any longer, considering she advertised them to be ready at their 8 week mark. I got my Ella at 13 weeks but it was only because she was the last one left of her litter. Is this going to be a big issue? |
I don't know about Fla law but, the YTCA the yorkshire terrier club of america calls for 12 wks old prior to releasing puppies. The reputable breeders do follow this practice. Due to Yorkies small size, releasing a pup less than 2lbs to a new owner is very dangerous. How much does your puppy weigh?
To respond to breed or not, again most reputable breeders sell
on limited registration, which means you CAN"T breed this dog. You are required to spay him. Are you sure this breeder is selling your dog on open registration?
There is a lot to consider prior to making the long term decision to breed. I'm glad you are going to spend the time to critically research and evaluate your idea of stud.
In the library that is the talk forum above this one, are articles on a variety of topics, one article you will want to read is entitled: Dog Breeding Your Questions answered.
As the owner of the "stud", reputable breeders will want to know about all his health checks, require pre-breeding special health tests done, the health of his line. They will also be looking to see what Championships you have earned on your boy, and not just Conformation, they will look at does he have at least a CGN title. They will look at his temperament.
You has the stud owner will be expected to help in the actual breeding of this dog and when puppies come along, you have a financial and moral responsibility to assist the breeder, and future puppy owners, particularly if there are genetic problems with the puppies.
At this point in time, there is much you don't know and will need answers to: 1) is this dog being sold on open registration? 2) at 8wks old way too young to be assessed other than as potential/maybe, let's see how he grows. 3) Do you really really want the financial, moral, onus and responsibility of breeding?