Matese, your story and JadeD's are absolutely wonderful and show such generosity of spirit. I wish someone would call me about a little Yorkie in need of a home. It truly would make it easier for me since I'm a big marshmallow at heart. If I get a puppy, I want to do my best this time to choose a responsible breeder who screens the parent's and offers a health guarantee. I'd like to try to reduce any risks. I know you can't completely eliminate them but it would give me some peace of mind. With Sprite she didn't have any outward features of hydrocephalus at all, so you couldn't tell by looking that anything was wrong.
Speaking of Sprite, last night for the first time since she passed away, I went back and read the final two pages of her thread here. I couldn't stop crying, but this morning I feel so much better. Maybe it was exactly what I needed to do in order to move forward. Cindy, thank you for your encouragement
I would love another little Biewer but I'd also love a Yorkie. I'll start checking the Kennel Clubs for breeders but I'd really appreciate any personal recommendations as well. I know there are some wonderful rescues as well, so if you know of something in my geographic area please let me know.
Thanks