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Originally Posted by Yorkiesatwork  You have been so harsh... I had no idea you had first hand experience with a questionable breeder. I got my second baby from a show breeder... already neutered... no papers... and about two hours before I was to arrive at their home after already traveling over 500 miles, they contacted me saying it was such a beautiful day, they wanted to meet me in a town about an hour away. We did that, and I never got to see the home. Still makes me wonder. He's a beautiful dog... but I realize that no matter how much research you do, and how on guard you are, you end up accepting the terms in the last few hours before pickup because you've already fallen in love with the dog. No regrets... but a lot of questions. |
I just want to remind people that showing doesn't mean anything when it comes to finding a reputable breeder. Some breeders call themselves show breeders and yet have never shown a dog in the lives. Show breeders have been connected to puppy mills as well. If a breeder doesn't want to meet you at her home, something is amiss.
Taken from the YTCA website:
Choosing the right Yorkshire Terrier
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A Reputable Breeder Will….
* Want to know as much about you as you do
about them. They are concerned with the
well-being of their puppies and making sure the
puppy is a good fit for you.
*Will be knowledgeable and open about the pros,
cons and health of the breed. Will discuss spay
and neutering.
*Will not sell a Yorkie puppy prior to 12 weeks of
age, because of problems that may occur with a
younger puppy.
* Will be happy for you to meet the puppy at their
kennel or home. They will not ask to meet you
elsewhere.* Will not be selling puppies through pet stores, at
auctions or flea markets.
* Will provide a written contract with health
guarantees and detailed records of the puppy’s
health care.
*Will always be available for questions or concerns
as their primary concern is the welfare of the puppy
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