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Originally Posted by Lorraine I do not advertise puppies for sale via my website. The pictures are puppies I have had in the past some were sold for pet at that time, some I kept and are the new champions I am breeding now.
I only will sell a pup for pet not for show or breeding, as that particular pup is not something I wish to keep for show/breeding. These are very nice Yorkies, very nice pets, just not what I want for the show rings to eventually use in my breeding program.
My website is not a nuisance at all. I don't mind the enquiries as it gives me the opportunity to educate about Yorkie ownership and I often refer people to breeders local to them if they are not in my area.
I do not ship and explain why and why it is not a good idea to get a pup that way.
Very few people that found me via my website got a puppy from me. My interview procedure is pretty stringent and it must be a local buyer. Many of my pet puppy buyers are from referrals from people who have seen my dogs owned by others in my area and called me. Some puppy buyers met me while I was at a dog show.
I do not advertise in newspapers or anywhere on the 'net when I do have puppies for sale. I do not sell puppies until 4 -5 months of age so plenty of time for excellent puppy owners to come out of the woodwork.
The downside is that it badly needs updating and I need to get ahold of my friend that did it for me to update it and I want to keep it updated myself. It is on my list of things to do real soon. |
Hi Lorraine. Like you, my website was put up a lot for education. I have an extensive site up there with a wealth of information to help the newcomer.
As with any reputable breeder, as you know, we do not advertise specific puppies available and we sure don't advertise stud dogs available. Most of all we don't put anyone's dog on our sites but our own. These things start crossing the line from hobby to business.
I don't think the purpose of a website is to sell puppies, but to share information and to showcase my dogs to other exhibitors and the proud pet owners that have a relative of one of my showdogs.
I get many emails requesting more help from pet owners. I help where I can but feel my site covers enough that it helps them.