[Reese1]

Originally Posted by gemy

the cost of any dog but particularly a Yorkie is minimal compared to the lifetime cost of a dog. And that with any dog is what you are going into. When you |buy" or adopt a dog, you are giving a promise to this being to love, to shelter, and to care for this pup, until they die. You will promise inyour heart of hearts, to give timely and needed vet care, be it regular vaccinations, specialty drugs to help your dog with various health problems.
You will need to familiarize yourself with all the health concerns of a pure bred Yorkie, and there are many. And should you decide on a Yorkie, be prepared to fund all the medical costs if your dog does indeed have health problems.

Just to give a comparison according to the standard a full grown Yorkie will only weigh 7 pounds. Your 2.5 yr old is at least 4x that weight right now.
Are they delicate? Well yes and no. They will surprise you with their vigor, but please understand this big dog in a little package is only 7+ lbs or so. and yes that means they can be hurt by a 3 yr old.

You will need to spend at least 10 hours per wk on the following, potty training, socialization, obedience training, and grooming, walking, and feeding. do you have this time to spend?

All interactions with your female baby for the next 8 years or so must be constantly monitored and supervised by you. Are you prepared to do that?

Should you decide to go forward with this idea, then there are stickies in the YT library that will help you select a breeder, etc.

Unless you are commited and prepared to safeguard your pup to the same degree you safeguard your human baby, most reputable breeders would pass.

FYI: the absolute worst time to get a pup is on Xmas EVe and those Christmas holiday.s

Good post!