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Originally Posted by Ladyhawk Well I'm not an expert but I do know that one definition is not going to cover everything. So what's a hobby breeder? How does it differ from a backyard breeder? Many parts of the backyard breeder seems to apply. If breeding is not how you make your living does that mean you're a hobby breeder? I show because I love to take Connor out and show him off, I make excellent connections and I learn a ton. I met a exhibitor yesterday though whose dog even beat Connor a few monthes back and she's planning to breed him to her 13 lb. female. When I asked her why, she stated why not? Just because you show doesn't mean you will breed to the standard apparently. I know that there's a market for decent quality pets that are more affordable so there will always be those who would be considered backyard breeders. My first yorkie was 12 lbs. and only $500., I thank God for him. He introduced my to the world of Yorkies. Oh by the way, I beat her dog twice this weekend, Connor is growing up rather nicely! |
I agree with you, just because you show doesn't always make you a responsible breeder. I've seen some poor representation of the breed in the ring. And yes, there are irresponsible breeders showing their dogs.
The one thing that amazes me is the astronomical prices that backyard breeders charge for their pets. Most first time yorkie families are not aware that your responsible exhibitor/breeder companion yorky prices are very affordable, and most of the time less that your backyard breeder. The only problem is that most of breed for themselves and only a couple of litters a year, therefore don't always have companion yorkies available.