[TxVicki]

Originally Posted by jaypain

Max was a CKC registered dog and weighed 3 lbs as a 3 yr. old. While researching yorkies in the midwest area, I noticed dogs his age, weight and color range from $1,500-2,500 in price. I know this is because the buyer is guaranteed a small dog. I am not interested that, but it brings up the financial loss standpoint. Objectively, Max was not only a beloved family member, he was worth a lot of money and had significant future income potential as a breeder.
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I'm very sorry for the loss of your Max. BUT the above quoted from you, just makes me a little bit upset. IF this Yorkie was a rescue WHY would you state that he had a significant future INCOME AS A POTENTIAL BREEDER!!!
Shame on you for possibly even thinking this about a rescue dog.