The YTCA is a great place to start. You might want to check if they have any breeders in your area and ask the breeder if they have any "pet quality" they will usually sell the pups that are not breed or show quality for a lower price.
While I was searching for my yorkies, when talking to the breeder when the breeder would say "the pup comes vet checked" I asked if they mind giving me the name of the vet. I then called the vet and told the receptionist I was considering buying a pup from this certain breeder and asked if the breeder recently brought a litter in. I got A LOT of information this way, I was so close to buying from one breeder but once I called the vet I changed my mind. The receptionist told me that breeder has had lots of problems with her puppies, many with LP, liver shunts etc. She said she did bring in a litter recently and I couldn't believe she was still breeding"
On the other hand, when I called the vet's that Missy and Max's breeders went to I heard nothing but great things so I felt more comfortable.
Often times you can find out a breeders reputation from calling thier vet.
Good luck!!
I got Missy and Max from breeders in my area that I was refered to from friends. |