This information has been compiled to assist puppy buyers in finding a responsible reputable breeder. Some of the articles are written for a specific breed (other than Yorkies) but still provide valuable information that can be applied to any breed.
If you are interested in adopting a rescue and providing a loving home for a homeless pet, please visit
Pet adoption: Want a dog or cat? Adopt a pet on Petfinder
If you have already purchased a baby that is sick, please check out your puppy lemon law.
Puppy Lemon Law States
If you are interested in breeding please read
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...-answered.html Index: Intro............................................. ......2
Official breed standard ...........................3
Dog Breeders ........................................4
Traits of a Backyard Breeder ....................5
Traits of Reputable Breeder ......................6
Use this guide to obtain a quality puppy......7
What is a Puppy Mill? ..............................8
What is a Broker? ...................................9
What is a Backyard Breeder? ...................10
What is in a Website...............................11
(continued) ..........................................12
Does “AKC” mean a quality dog? ...............13
Novices Interviewing Breeders...................14
Reading Your Puppy Guarantee .................15
(continued) ...........................................16
Yorkshire Terrier Health ...........................17
All sources are cited with credit to the author and/or a link to the page.
Thanks to all who have contributed in the making of this thread!