A breeder that cares about the quality and well being of their dogs and puppies will sell only to people that they have checked out and will give the best homes to the puppies. Puppy mills breed pet quality dogs and create genetic weaknesses in the breed. Between genetic defects and the other diseases these puppies contract in these breeding mills there are many health issues you could face if you buy a puppy from this type of person. Taking a small puppy away from it's mother at 6 weeks is not only cruel it is dangerous to the pup. Little pups tend to die of hypoglycemia very easily. They are trucked for hundreds and even thousands of miles around the country and may times arrive in a weakened condition if they survive. The genetic problems these animals have can result in much suffering for these dogs. Some have a short lived life, some have expensive issues. I would not support the people who cause such suffering by buying anything from them.
Shelters and rescues that adopt out purebred dogs many times only have that fee to assist them in being able to help other dogs. A decent purebred Yorkie puppy would cost at the very least $800.00 to $1200.
You do need to be careful about what agency you use when going through a rescue. Try petfinder . com to locate a rescue in your area. |