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Originally Posted by backwardsrain  I was seriously considering becoming a foster home for Yorkie rescues, but when I looked at their website Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue Adoptions and Shop I realized that the vast majority of the dogs were in VERY poor condition. Serious health problems, no training whatsoever, often very traumatized by their previous living conditions. The few healthy, happy dogs have adoption fees as high as buying from a breeder. I could handle fostering a dog with a few minor problems, but there is just no way I can take care of a dog in that kind of condition so I had to give up on the idea. I was really surprised at the rescue dogs, and from what I've seen other breed rescues have dogs in much better condition. Anyone know why? I'm not trying to criticize, I understand the rescue isn't responsible for the poor condition of the dogs they save. |
YTNR has a lot of pups in bad condition, bc when most rescues wouldn't take them in YTNR will. They do also have a lot of healthy pups and young pups. The younger ones have a higher adoption fee bc the younger ones get more applications. Even the ones with the highest adoption fees are no where near what a good breeder asks for. Sure you can buy a yorkie pup from a breeder for $500, but is that the kind of breeder you want to be supporting?
Also pups who need more vetting will have some higher adoption fees.