The wonderful thing about buying a puppy from a reputable breeder is that while you may pay more for the baby, it is healthy. Sounds like that first baby was not from a reputable breeder, as it was obviously eaten up with worms and parasites....a reputable breeder does not sell parasite infested pups. If something does happen, chances are your breeder will at least be available to you for guidance and encouragement. Before even selling you a pup, a responsible breeder will make sure you have the capability to financially take care of a puppy. I see you have a young child....you have to understand that a little puppy is just like having a baby....you have to watch everything that they do and when you can not have your eyes glued to them, you need to have them enclosed in a playpen so they can not eat foreigh objects that will strangle them. If Jazi survives this misadventure, I would suggest this baby not be allowed out of your sight.....like children, they put everything in their mouths....they can easily choke to death or eat something poisionous. YOU are the only thing standing between them and disaster....you have to watch them continously. You will need to stockpile funds in order to provide medical care for your pet......a reasonable cushion would be around $5000.00. You should read books on the care and upbringing of pups....I always recommend "Yorkies for Dummies and "Yorkshire Terriers: A Smart Owners Guide." These book will tell you everything you could possibly want to know about many, many aspects of owning a Yorkie. Any other sources of education of rearing puppies are also helpful and will hopefully help you do preventative measures that you have not thought of, to keep your pup safe. Pet insurance is almost a must have....especially if you dont have a credit card with emergency funds available for emergencies. I will continue to pray for little Jazi.... |