Cynthia Hill is a reputable breeder. I understand concerns about small dogs and their health but are small people more prone to health problems? I would not breed a bitch under 5 pounds but small yorkies are not necessarily unhealthy. I can substantiate that the female that I had from Cynthia was over 12 years old when she went to the rainbow bridge. It actually happened a few weeks ago. You can tell Cynthia that you will not consider a dog under a certain weight when mature. Cynthia's contract will insist that you have the dog evaluated by a vet within so many days of purchase. The one issue that I had that the final worming was not done. I have had Yorkies for over 40 years and have had one that was 18 when he finally met his maker. I bred that dog. I am not a breeder but I do not like when individuals make unfair assessments of breeders without knowing them. Do your homework on the blood lines and from genetic history, you can try to evaluate if you will have a healthy pet. There are no guarantees for anyone in their lifetime but you can eliminate certain ailments like shunts (which has been a common genetic issue with Yorkies). |