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Originally Posted by Brianna  We paid $550 for our Morkie pup, Louie. The breeder is a vet, and she gave us a one year health guarantee. He was 12 weeks, and up to date on all of his shots. We had a blood test done and it came out perfect. Now, at 6 months old, he's still a perfectly healthy boy.
I have to disagree that "reputable breeders will not breed mixes". I wanted a Morkie because I wanted a dog with the traits of both the Yorkie and the Maltese. Many other people also like the mix, hence why they are bred.
I would say $350 is a great price, as long as you get some sort of health guarantee, and the breeder seems to know what they're doing. Make sure the place is clean, and make sure you meet the parents! |
I find it hard to trust a vet who breeds, and mixes at that. A vet would know more than the average person how many pets are euthanized every year due to lack of good homes. A good vet should always promote spay and neuter.
As for your dog. He's only six months old. Most conditions start showing up after a few years. One of mine seemed totally fine until she was three years old and she has LP which is a genetic issue she got from her parents. Come back here when your dog is at least a few years old and hopefully he's still healthy. I mean if you get a pup that so sickly to get sick within the first year that's terrible. But most issues come up after a few years.
Also I'm curious as to what your guarantee entails. Is it only if a life threatening condition arises? Or you can bring him in for anything?