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Originally Posted by JiggityJig Not to turn this thread into an argument about the breed standard, but--
Then if someone wanted a larger yorkie, or one with a bigger muzzle, or longer legs, or WHATEVER....they could always buy a yorkie MIX, get the wonderful adorable pet they want, and save a buttload of cash. We would ALL win, that way. Those that enjoy them standard, those that enjoy them non-standard, and THE BREED. |
Yes, this is true. Someone at my vet has a MIX that looks just like ralphie (and is same age) but has different coloring. My hairdresser has a yorkie malteese mix that looks more like a standard yorkie than Ralphie looks like. It is still my opinion that he has some other dog in his bloodline besides a yorkie.
Also just to clarify a few questions i see over and over on here:
- We never discussed my breeding ralphie before I got him. I again just (ASSumed that he would be a standard yorkie, look like his mom and like all the dogs i see on this website. and would not be a problem.
- I never saw any pictures of his grandfather until Tuesday. That picture is what worries me b/c that is where his traits came from. I now know that but never knew that beforehand.
- The size was discussed via email between myself and the breeder and she said he would not exceed 5lbs.
- I am not just upset because Ralphie is so big. I am also upset that he doesnt look much like a yorkie in terms of his fur and white spots.His hair will not grow out and is not straight. so the main 2 visual traits of yorkies is not existent in him. His 2 brothers however, DO look like yorkies.
- I believe my breeder (in an earlier post)said she thought it would be "ridiculous " to refund my money so small claims court would be our only option.
- I dont feel that this was a purposeful manipulation, just irresponsible breeding, and failure to take responsibilty for the end result
** And Again, please understand that this is not about not liking all yorkies or big yorkies or anything like that. This is only about the fact that I did not get what I paid for , or what i thought i was buying"
Your comments and participation in this has been very educational though, and i thank you for that.
