Theres absolutely nothing wrong with asking for price first thing in a conversation, but the best way I feel to lead but to it is say your first name maybe, what you are looking for and then ask "May I ask the price for your yorkies?"
Last week I had a lady call about a future female. She wanted a pet she said. She was very friendly until I told her my practices had changed and my AKC puppies papers were limited with a spay, neuter contract at certain prices.
Her whole demeanor changed and so did her story "well I just want a couple litters" when I didnt change what I had said "she continued with "Ive been searching for a yorkie and Ive never heard any of this sh*t before you" I only responded with "This is common practice with breeders"
I have purchased a new male and it was requested I not sell with open registration. I will honor it. I was also asked not to breed to my CKC females. I will also honor that. This is the way the breeder felt and I respect them.
With experience you learn a few tricks. One is that not everyone is totally honest with you. I beleive now by experience and good advise that limiting registration is a good practice. It helps a breeder also learn quickly the intregity and intent of the individual you are dealing with on the other side.
I dont have a problem with someone wanting to breed, but I do have a problem with someone lying to me. |