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Originally Posted by ChocoMilk  Thank you for the thorough answer. I think it may have answered all of my questions regarding the breeding costs. If a breeder does not sell for much profit, then I am by any means all for their set pricing even if it is high. If it exceeds any potential buyer's budget, they can probably find other breeders with less "champion-lines" and such so that they can find their right dog.
I am glad to know that you wouldn't judge a potential client from what they ask first. Most people are uneducated in this area, and for quiet some time I thought it was rude when I saw posts with breeders rudely stating "if you haven't researched, you don't deserve a dog". Just because a mother was not expecting a baby when she became pregnant does not mean that she will be a bad mother. Likewise, just be Howcause a family looking for a dog didn't know the "right set of questions" that won't tick them off, does not mean that they will be bad dog owners. In the end, what matters is that the puppies are placed in good homes and that general public is encouraged more and more to buy from caring breeders who are willing to inform them over pet stores. |
In main I agree with your post. How-ever less champion "lines". less champions in the breeding pair, is not a solution for a Yorkie more reasonably priced for your budget. That solution is found in rescues, rehomes, etc.
If You Buy A Purebred dog, expect to Pay Top Dollar1 for it; and conversely expect for CH as breeding dam n sire, all the Health tests dog, a pup a prime example of the breed, with the best of health and the best of Health guarantee.
I do not support the idea, well if you only want a "Pet" it doesnt' matter about Ch's or health tests or some many other things. There is a right and wrong way to do things; quite simple really.
If you want a purebred, buy from reputable show breeders. Those that health test their pups, and stand behind them all the way. They will and should be there for you and your pup for the life of their pup. Mine are!