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Originally Posted by pstinard  For what it's worth, the chocolate gene in Yorkshire Terriers did not originate in Yorkshire Terriers, but was bred in from some other breed--I came across a research article about that a while back. There are no health concerns associated with chocolate color itself. If you want a chocolate colored dog that is not a breed standard Yorkshire Terrier, I see no problem with it, but be very very careful with the breeder you purchase one from. See the breeder's facilities, view the parents, and listen to how the dog is being represented to you. You should NOT have to pay more for a chocolate dog that you would for a breed standard Yorkshire Terrier. |
That's good to hear. I think chocolate yorkies are really beautiful (how can one not think so after seeing WJM's boy Oscar?), and those tips are good ones to follow when buying any yorkie.