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Originally Posted by betterthanlife  Thank you KAZZY! It is kind of a "touchy" thing buying from show breeders. Many of them feel that if you ask for a price, you can't afford the dog, or if the price is the only thing that matters to you, they do not want your to have their dog. I understand this. However, the purchaser sometimes wants a "fair" transaction, and does not want to be exploited. There is a fine line in all of this - one that is difficult to tow. |
The breeders I've read about understand people are on a budget, they just don't think cost inquiries shouldn’t be the first words out of your mouth, as if that's the primary consideration. They have feelings for their pups, and if you view them mainly as a commodity, it may upset them. If you can find a breeder that you can build a relationship with, then you will have a great resource, should you need some type of information or help with your Yorkies. As many have said before, you are buying the breeder, not the pup.
Concerning buying a retiring champ, I've read that for many you pay the cost of neutering and teeth cleaning. I agree with KazzyK810 that breeders aren't always great business people, and I feel badly for them because they have to wear so many hats. One of the most important roles they play is deciding who would make a good owner. I'm always so shocked when seemly very reasonable people, end up being irresponsible pet owners.