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Originally Posted by ButterflyYorkie I agree with EVERYTHING you said however I mildly disagree with the statement "you should never buy a show potential". I say this in all due respect but feel that not every person has the luxary of obtaining a true blue show quality at first and may obtain a show potential from a very reputable breeder with no guarantee. I understand this completely. So I agree with the fact that one should find a mentor that they trust and go from there.
Original poster you should also take into consideration your location and what is being shown in your area unless you are willing to do some serious traveling. What is winning on the east coast may be a different ball game from the west coast so my point is to find out what YOU like and find a breeder who understands that. When you go to many shows you will notice a wide variety of different types of yorkies in the ring. I definitely have my "type" that I'm drawn to, but it may not be what is everyone's type is and vice versa. Just hold tight to your dreams and never give up if this is something you truly want to do. Best wishes always, |
I can understand your disagreement with my statement of not buying a show potential. However, it was aimed at newbies that are really wanting to get in the ring with their first show dog. Those at are just starting out. Recently a newbie was in such a hurry to buy the new show dog from a very reputable line, bought a show potential at approximately 4 1/2 months of age. The lil dog perfect any every way at 6, 8, 9 months of age, except 1 thing.....testicles didn't seat. As you can imagine the lil dog is an expensive pet.
Yes, you're very right in finding a mentor that lives reasonably close to you. And it is very important to attend lots of shows to watch, look and listen to help you decide what your "type" of dog is before making the purchase of your 1st show dog.