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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88  A reputable breeder does not associate themselves with the word teacup or breed a female under 5 pounds. Those are the biggest things that are red flags. You can breed for a long time but that does not make you a reputable breeder. |
Maybe she does not care to be considered a reputable breeder to your standards. Maybe she has her own ideas philosophy and she has a right to them. Honestly, most people are just looking for healthy dogs with great temperaments. All of these rules and regulations given out by the YTCA that supposedly qualify breeders on their list are
unenforced. It even says in a disclaimer:
"the YTCA does
not guarantee the health or services provided by any member and does not assume any liability regarding agreements provided by the consumer and the YTCA members listed within. Buyers should use utmost care before making a decision to purchase a dog. This listing does not bind the YTCA nor does it guarantee or accept any liability or responsibility for the quality, health, or temperament of any dog. NO warranty is to be assumed or implied by this publication by inclusion or omission as it pertains fitness of merchandise or integrity, by any YTCA member on this list."
So ultimately, people have to do their due diligence and see for themselves what is going on with the breeders.