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Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama  I do understand why some people don't want to talk about money, but I really do believe we are doing a disservice to the breed when we don't. Yes, some people think it's crass or they don't want others to know and comment on what they spent. But where would we be in other areas of life if we didn't talk about the real price of things? For instance, I can research what a new Lexus costs and not be shocked when I walk in to the dealer. At the same time, I can also be very wary and know to think twice when the guy down the block offers to sell me a brand spanking new one for $500. |
I agree with you totally on this! I don't think it should be considered crass or wrong to talk about the money aspect of buying a yorkie. This is after all...yorkietalk, a place to find out ALL things yorkie! I don't think anyone thinks your rude or silly for asking OP! It's good to have an idea and as much advice about prices and WHY in case you ever want to get another YT. Like some have said, you r really buying the breeder first! I would even go so far as to say that to me a wonderful breeder would have many aspects one poster wrote as to WHY and WHAT she recieved for her money, plus require the buyer to have their pet spayed/neutered, and written in contract. This helps keep the breeds pure and with the best traits, culling down on people breeding who don't really know how to do it, and some just wanting to make a fast buck! Good breeders are people who care and are involved even AFTER the purchase, they LOVE the breeds they have. I would be looking for that first, and then worry about cost., but it never hurts to know what ball park figure you'll need BEFORE the actual search. One thing I've learned in life is YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR.LOL It's the same here, but IMHO, it's the breeder and not the pup your really buying.
