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yorkiebradybunc · 10-02-2012, 06:39 AM

Evaluating a Breeder and a breeders website RED FLAGS To be cautious of:
NEVER buy a puppy from a breeder who does not state their name clearly on their website. This is on the same principle as a breeder that frequently changes kennel names. A breeder is known by their reputation, and without that breeder's name there is nothing to check their reputation with.
~Some breeders states they are concerned about personal privacy on the Internet, but the breeder should at least place their full first & last name on their websites and in their initial correspondences. There is no harm in your name being online or on your personal website, your name is available through any phone book or Google search anyway. If they do not clearly identify who they are from their website, then who are they hiding from or what are they trying to hide?

If the breeder is not proud of the quality of their own dogs and reputation enough to put their name on it, then you should look elsewhere for the adoption of your new best friend.

When I was researching this particular website/breeder it was painstakingly hard to find out the breeders identity. IN no way shape or form is a reputable breeder NOT going to PROUDLYdisplay their name RED FLAG! Yorkie Love Affair , Maria Calverley BUYERS BEWARE and BE cautious do your research I cannot stress that enough! On the breeder you are looking to purchase a dog from.

OTHER RED FLAGS

If a dog is outrageously priced, ask yourself why?The yorkie I was looking at was $5000 I thought GOSH this must mean that it is a good quality yorkie... wrong! Couldn't be further from the truth.

Is the animal a perfect specimen of the breed standard? Or is the breeder just looking to make a quick buck. The average price for a quality purebred Yorkie for pet is around $700-$1,200.

NEVER buy a dog from a breeder who is using the term teacup, rare, miniature, teaspoon, micro, toy or from someone who is 'offering' a "size guarantee" for animals under 6 months old.

NEVER buy a dog from a breeder who will only give you a guarantee for a few days, weeks, or months. Any reputable breeder is willing to stand behind their dog for as long as necessary (YEARS!).

BE WARY of buying from a breeder promoting these UNREPUTABLE REGISTRATION SERVICES Commonly used by Puppy Mills and Backyard Breeders
National Kennel Club
Universal Kennel Club International
American Canine Association
American Pet Registry, inc.
Dog Registry of America
American Purebred Association
World Wide Kennel Club

Federation of International Canines
If someone is using these other registries, normally their is a reason they are no longer with AKC. Many shady breeders are going away from AKC because AKC now requires DNA on all male dogs that produce more then 3 litters in a year or 7 or more litters in a lifetime. Also, AKC requires all records be kept accurate and up to date and that all DNA matches correctly. Those breeders who do not have DNA match correctly or their paperwork or facilities are inadequate, are suspended of AKC privileges. Some breeders also are leaving AKC because of an increase in prices, which would also lead you to wonder what else are they skimping on?
These no-name registries say it themselves as to why they are unreputable, and are quoted as saying "Tired of registration & documentation hassles? ... Lost or never had papers? ... Breed not recognized? ... We take the red tape out of registration... NO DNA requirements ..."What does this mean to you? it means that these registries will put papers on any dog, purebred or not. Many of these registries will give you a certificate saying that the dog 'looks' like a Yorkie. This is NO guarantee that it really is a Yorkie, And worth nothing more than a piece of paper.
NEVER buy from a breeder who has multiple registrations on their pet. This does NOT make a dog more valuable, more special, etc. but instead should send up red flags such as "why does the breeder feel they need to register the dog with more then one registry?" The quickest rule of registries to help remember what is and is not reputable.
Some buyers say that papers aren't important, or "why is registration important on a pet?" Even if a puppy is being bought as a pet, if your going to pay for a puppy from a breeder, it should be registered with a reputable registry. Why? Because being registered with a reputable, registry (AKC) ensures that the dog is from a line of dogs that represent the breed accurately. Granted, there is the possibility of good and bad in both, and a line is only as honest as it's breeder, it does however present you a security that you are getting what you are paying for.
Many registries like APRI will accept ANY dog, with the ease of doing it all online, with minimal questions, fees, etc., with no proof that the dog is actually even close to breed standard. Buying a dog APRI lineage is the same as a gamble with no guarantee that the dog will even mature to look like or act like a Yorkie or true paternity.AKC on the other hand, does do kennel inspections, DNA testing, and required breeders to follow a strict code of record keeping and ethics. Many breeders who have not been able to meet AKC's strict guidelines, loose their privileges and move on to the lower cost, no fuss registries.If they're cost-cutting on the price of the registration, what else are they cost-cutting on pertaining to the animals' well being (vaccinations, health care, etc.)this is why it is so important to do your research and check all of the other signs to determine if the breeder you are talking to is the right breeder for you.
Just remember, it's a buyer beware world and everyone on the Internet is not as honest as they may appear to be. Buying a puppy is a lifetime commitment and not something to do on impulse. Do your research.

10-02-2012, 06:39 AM	#12
yorkiebradybunc BANNED! Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: yorkie heaven Posts: 53	BUYER BEWARE! Red Flags to Watch when Evaluating a Breeder Evaluating a Breeder and a breeders website RED FLAGS To be cautious of: NEVER buy a puppy from a breeder who does not state their name clearly on their website. This is on the same principle as a breeder that frequently changes kennel names. A breeder is known by their reputation, and without that breeder's name there is nothing to check their reputation with. ~Some breeders states they are concerned about personal privacy on the Internet, but the breeder should at least place their full first & last name on their websites and in their initial correspondences. There is no harm in your name being online or on your personal website, your name is available through any phone book or Google search anyway. If they do not clearly identify who they are from their website, then who are they hiding from or what are they trying to hide? If the breeder is not proud of the quality of their own dogs and reputation enough to put their name on it, then you should look elsewhere for the adoption of your new best friend. When I was researching this particular website/breeder it was painstakingly hard to find out the breeders identity. IN no way shape or form is a reputable breeder NOT going to PROUDLYdisplay their name RED FLAG! Yorkie Love Affair , Maria Calverley BUYERS BEWARE and BE cautious do your research I cannot stress that enough! On the breeder you are looking to purchase a dog from. OTHER RED FLAGS If a dog is outrageously priced, ask yourself why?The yorkie I was looking at was $5000 I thought GOSH this must mean that it is a good quality yorkie... wrong! Couldn't be further from the truth. Is the animal a perfect specimen of the breed standard? Or is the breeder just looking to make a quick buck. The average price for a quality purebred Yorkie for pet is around $700-$1,200. NEVER buy a dog from a breeder who is using the term teacup, rare, miniature, teaspoon, micro, toy or from someone who is 'offering' a "size guarantee" for animals under 6 months old. NEVER buy a dog from a breeder who will only give you a guarantee for a few days, weeks, or months. Any reputable breeder is willing to stand behind their dog for as long as necessary (YEARS!). BE WARY of buying from a breeder promoting these UNREPUTABLE REGISTRATION SERVICES Commonly used by Puppy Mills and Backyard Breeders National Kennel Club Universal Kennel Club International American Canine Association American Pet Registry, inc. Dog Registry of America American Purebred Association World Wide Kennel Club Federation of International Canines If someone is using these other registries, normally their is a reason they are no longer with AKC. Many shady breeders are going away from AKC because AKC now requires DNA on all male dogs that produce more then 3 litters in a year or 7 or more litters in a lifetime. Also, AKC requires all records be kept accurate and up to date and that all DNA matches correctly. Those breeders who do not have DNA match correctly or their paperwork or facilities are inadequate, are suspended of AKC privileges. Some breeders also are leaving AKC because of an increase in prices, which would also lead you to wonder what else are they skimping on? These no-name registries say it themselves as to why they are unreputable, and are quoted as saying "Tired of registration & documentation hassles? ... Lost or never had papers? ... Breed not recognized? ... We take the red tape out of registration... NO DNA requirements ..."What does this mean to you? it means that these registries will put papers on any dog, purebred or not. Many of these registries will give you a certificate saying that the dog 'looks' like a Yorkie. This is NO guarantee that it really is a Yorkie, And worth nothing more than a piece of paper. NEVER buy from a breeder who has multiple registrations on their pet. This does NOT make a dog more valuable, more special, etc. but instead should send up red flags such as "why does the breeder feel they need to register the dog with more then one registry?" The quickest rule of registries to help remember what is and is not reputable. Some buyers say that papers aren't important, or "why is registration important on a pet?" Even if a puppy is being bought as a pet, if your going to pay for a puppy from a breeder, it should be registered with a reputable registry. Why? Because being registered with a reputable, registry (AKC) ensures that the dog is from a line of dogs that represent the breed accurately. Granted, there is the possibility of good and bad in both, and a line is only as honest as it's breeder, it does however present you a security that you are getting what you are paying for. Many registries like APRI will accept ANY dog, with the ease of doing it all online, with minimal questions, fees, etc., with no proof that the dog is actually even close to breed standard. Buying a dog APRI lineage is the same as a gamble with no guarantee that the dog will even mature to look like or act like a Yorkie or true paternity.AKC on the other hand, does do kennel inspections, DNA testing, and required breeders to follow a strict code of record keeping and ethics. Many breeders who have not been able to meet AKC's strict guidelines, loose their privileges and move on to the lower cost, no fuss registries.If they're cost-cutting on the price of the registration, what else are they cost-cutting on pertaining to the animals' well being (vaccinations, health care, etc.)this is why it is so important to do your research and check all of the other signs to determine if the breeder you are talking to is the right breeder for you. Just remember, it's a buyer beware world and everyone on the Internet is not as honest as they may appear to be. Buying a puppy is a lifetime commitment and not something to do on impulse. Do your research.