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Originally Posted by Mocha Beauty  First I am sorry for not posting the link to the breeder's site. I not aware of many of the customs on this site as I am new to it.
Secondly, thank you very much for breaking it down for me. I am not at all familar with American state and/or federal laws so I would never have none all of that stuff.
As the saying go "word to the wise if sufficient" I have received your words of advise now I know that this breeder is not the one for me.
Thanks a billion! |
No worries. It's just that so many kennels have similar names, we want to make sure that we are all talking about the same person.
As far as the laws go, only a handful of states have puppy lemon laws. It's important to know if yours is one that does, or if you are getting are dog from one. The laws are woefully inadequate, but they are the absolute minimum you should see in a guarantee from a potential breeder. A great breeder stands behind the health of their dogs.
I have heard that some people have not heard back from YTCA breeders, but I did not find that to be true in my case. One thing I will suggest is (in addition to being patient, these are busy people) that your initial contact be more than a quick "do you have any dogs available and how much are they" kind of email. Take a few minutes to introduce yourself, explain your interest in Yorkies and tell a little bit about your lifestyle ( do you have kids, are you a work at home mom ...) Explain that you are looking for a pet and not a breeding dog. Let them know you are looking for a breeder that is breeding for the betterment of the breed, one that tests their dams and sires.
Ask them if they can refer you to someone who's breeding program they have confidence in if they do not have any pups available. Not all good breeders are necessarily YTCA members, and part of the code of ethics of YTCA members is
to refer you to other good breeders.
Let them know you are aware that you are willing to be put on a waiting list ( if you are). Good breeders want to know that this isn't a spur of the moment decision for you. They put a lot of time, love and effort in to these pups. Yorkies have a 15+ year lifespan and the breeders want to know you are in this for the long haul.
Go to the YT library and you will see lots of questions to help you identify a good breeder. Ask lots of questions. Take your time when choosing a breeder- you are building what should be a lifetime relationship with them.
Good luck in your search.