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FlDebra · 11-14-2011, 02:51 AM

I can tell by the questions you ask that you are not close to being knowledgeable enough to consider breeding yorkies! Pls don't purposefully breed mixed breed puppies!

The yorkshire terrier breed has no teacup designation like some breeds do. Some people just call smaller yorkies teacups in the hopes of getting more money for them -- all about GREED! I'm going to copy & paste part of a post I made to another member this morning. They had already bred a litter that appear mixed. She didn't ask ANY questions about what to do for the mom or puppies healthwise. She only asked questions about calling the puppies rare (to get more money), how to register the puppies (even though she wasn't sure of the sire and neither dam nor supposed sire were registered!). In other words her only questions are about how much money she can make on these poor little puppies.

Here is part of what I wrote to the other person and much of it may prove useful to you too:

"It takes a LOT of study to ready yourself for the very BIG responsibility of breeding Yorkies! I studied for 2 years & there is still so much I could learn! You have to ensure you have 2 dogs that meet the Yorkshire Terrier Standards. Then they also need to be complimentary of each other! There are dozens of checklist points that need to be considered to decide if they are breeding quality & if they are going to be a good match between the two. You don't just evaluate these two dogs -- you have to look at their family history & other litters from their parents. You look for anything that could be a genetic problem. It is very important to look at these parents' parents & as many litters from these parents as possible.

You should have 2 unbiased Yorkie experts that are well-versed in the showing of Yorkshire Terriers go over the dogs with a critical eye to check for standard, -- you can find the Yorkie standards here: Yorkshire Terrier Club of America -- bone structure, bite, ear set, coat color and texture, check the hips the knees, all joints really to ensure no anomalies or congenital problems, for examples.

Then you would want to go to the vet and have them check more -- get a certificate to certify their eyes, heart, knees and hips are all checked out perfect (CERF & OFA). Then you get the blood work to check for more problems that shows up in blood tests -- STDs, liver function tests, bile acid tests, checking for shunts, thyroid levels, renal health, a current Brucellosis test on both, pelvic exams for the dams, microscopic exams of semen for the males etc. None of this is cheap!!! It costs a lot to get 2 dogs thoroughly checked out to know they are breeding quality & compatible & complimentary to each other. IF you've done all this, then you have earned the right to be asking about registering pups & thinking about selling them for money!

I'd tell you to give these pups away & NOT make 1 cent from their sale, but sadly that's not always good either as there are unscrupulous folks who will take them for free & sell them for not nice purposes. So, you have to put some price on them so people will understand they have value even as mixed breed pups. Just be honest with potential buyers. Stop the cycle of dishonesty that was the case with both of your purchases.

I ask that you do as much research NOW into whelping puppies so that you can take care of these little ones' needs over the next 12-16 weeks. Do not let them go before then. They need that long with momma & siblings. If possible, try to find a mentor -- a professional breeder in your area that might share some knowledge with you & be available in case of emergency in addition to your vet & emergency vet. You may have trouble finding someone to do this at this late date & without any pre-breeding criteria met. It's a big risk! But try to prepare yourself as much as possible so you can help with these puppies if needed. Ask yourself, what would you do if you lost the momma dog tomorrow? Would you know what to feed? How much, & when? Would you know what to do to stimulate their bowels? ETC! There is so much to KNOW!

Read these links for info:
Dog Breeding and Canine Reproduction by Debbie Jensen. Dog Breeding and Whelping guide for dog breeders. -- BEST ONE!
Jon-An's Yorkshire Terriers (Puppy birth)
Whelping Puppies - Yorkshire Terrier Bea - Stay with your dam
YorkieInfoCenter | Yorkshire Terrier Pregnancy

Ask lots of questions here -- there are some very experienced & knowledgeable breeders that will share their knowledge with you if YOU show the dedication to learn & care for these puppies as they deserve.

11-14-2011, 02:51 AM	#18
FlDebra Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: FL Posts: 7,651	I can tell by the questions you ask that you are not close to being knowledgeable enough to consider breeding yorkies! Pls don't purposefully breed mixed breed puppies! The yorkshire terrier breed has no teacup designation like some breeds do. Some people just call smaller yorkies teacups in the hopes of getting more money for them -- all about GREED! I'm going to copy & paste part of a post I made to another member this morning. They had already bred a litter that appear mixed. She didn't ask ANY questions about what to do for the mom or puppies healthwise. She only asked questions about calling the puppies rare (to get more money), how to register the puppies (even though she wasn't sure of the sire and neither dam nor supposed sire were registered!). In other words her only questions are about how much money she can make on these poor little puppies. Here is part of what I wrote to the other person and much of it may prove useful to you too: "It takes a LOT of study to ready yourself for the very BIG responsibility of breeding Yorkies! I studied for 2 years & there is still so much I could learn! You have to ensure you have 2 dogs that meet the Yorkshire Terrier Standards. Then they also need to be complimentary of each other! There are dozens of checklist points that need to be considered to decide if they are breeding quality & if they are going to be a good match between the two. You don't just evaluate these two dogs -- you have to look at their family history & other litters from their parents. You look for anything that could be a genetic problem. It is very important to look at these parents' parents & as many litters from these parents as possible. You should have 2 unbiased Yorkie experts that are well-versed in the showing of Yorkshire Terriers go over the dogs with a critical eye to check for standard, -- you can find the Yorkie standards here: Yorkshire Terrier Club of America -- bone structure, bite, ear set, coat color and texture, check the hips the knees, all joints really to ensure no anomalies or congenital problems, for examples. Then you would want to go to the vet and have them check more -- get a certificate to certify their eyes, heart, knees and hips are all checked out perfect (CERF & OFA). Then you get the blood work to check for more problems that shows up in blood tests -- STDs, liver function tests, bile acid tests, checking for shunts, thyroid levels, renal health, a current Brucellosis test on both, pelvic exams for the dams, microscopic exams of semen for the males etc. None of this is cheap!!! It costs a lot to get 2 dogs thoroughly checked out to know they are breeding quality & compatible & complimentary to each other. IF you've done all this, then you have earned the right to be asking about registering pups & thinking about selling them for money! I'd tell you to give these pups away & NOT make 1 cent from their sale, but sadly that's not always good either as there are unscrupulous folks who will take them for free & sell them for not nice purposes. So, you have to put some price on them so people will understand they have value even as mixed breed pups. Just be honest with potential buyers. Stop the cycle of dishonesty that was the case with both of your purchases. I ask that you do as much research NOW into whelping puppies so that you can take care of these little ones' needs over the next 12-16 weeks. Do not let them go before then. They need that long with momma & siblings. If possible, try to find a mentor -- a professional breeder in your area that might share some knowledge with you & be available in case of emergency in addition to your vet & emergency vet. You may have trouble finding someone to do this at this late date & without any pre-breeding criteria met. It's a big risk! But try to prepare yourself as much as possible so you can help with these puppies if needed. Ask yourself, what would you do if you lost the momma dog tomorrow? Would you know what to feed? How much, & when? Would you know what to do to stimulate their bowels? ETC! There is so much to KNOW! Read these links for info: Dog Breeding and Canine Reproduction by Debbie Jensen. Dog Breeding and Whelping guide for dog breeders. -- BEST ONE! Jon-An's Yorkshire Terriers (Puppy birth) Whelping Puppies - Yorkshire Terrier Bea - Stay with your dam YorkieInfoCenter \| Yorkshire Terrier Pregnancy Ask lots of questions here -- there are some very experienced & knowledgeable breeders that will share their knowledge with you if YOU show the dedication to learn & care for these puppies as they deserve. __________________ FlDebra and her ABCs Annie, Ben, Candy Promoting Healthy Breeding to the AKC Yorkshire Terrier Standard Last edited by FlDebra; 11-14-2011 at 02:54 AM.