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Originally Posted by whispersmom2 Frankly, I would not ever worry that I might have paid too much for a puppy who was going to be my pet. BUT, I would be concerned about the price I would be asked to pay for a puppy who is "show potential or breed quality"--the breeder has NO idea whether the puppy has any potential for anything other than a pet and to represent an 8 week old puppy as having those potentials is just dishonest.
Paying three thousand or more for a nice puppy-key word here is "NICE"-because the buyer hopes to breed still does not make a responsible choice or a responsible breeder. To me, breeding is a full time responsibility and I cannot imagine leaving my puppies home for several hours each day. That is just the way I have handled breeding. I didn't breed til I was retired and home with the wee critters...Irene, I don't know how you handle all that you do but I know I couldn't do it.. AND, the joy in breeding for me was spending time with my younguns..So, Amy,if you love your baby, and it brings you happiness and joy and gives you love and comfort-the price was just right!! |
Rini,
I dont' know how I do it either. It works for me because I don't have a ton of litters a year and my mom comes over during the day..she's addicted to Yorkies too..lol
I plan on going part time this year so that will be even better. One thing I can say about my babies is they are the best way to forget problems and relieve stress by grooming and playing with them.
Oh how I wish I was retired....
Hugs,
Irene