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Originally Posted by gidget529  I hope I didn't open pandora's box asking that question. Just as a newbie and a nonbreeder/exhibitor, I just didn't understand (although I must admit there are posts on here that go over my head). |
You didn't open a pandora's box. YTCA has a standard about what is/is not acceptable in breeding Yorkies. There are many breeders who choose to breed "off standard" (either outside of the recommended weights, shapes or colors). The YTCA has taken a strong stance against what they are doing. Some of these breeders have taken exception to being excluded from the YTCA and take jabs every chance they get.
Are there some bad breeders with the YTCA? Yep, just like in every group there is always a few bad apples. Are all non-YTCA breeders bad? Of course not, I'd go so far as to say that many are very, very good.
Whether you ultimately choose to go with a YTCA breeder or not, starting there will help you gain some invaluable information on what to look for in ANY breeder regarding health testing, how long a great breeder keeps their pups, health guarantees, etc.
Good luck in your search.