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Originally Posted by txshopper73 I'm going to play devil's advocate here for a minute. I like the new rule. I think it's better for the pup though may not be so good for the breeder. Here's why...
Some breeders like that commitment when the pups are at a young age. Someone sends you a deposit, etc. What happens if the pup cannot be adopted out? What happens if the pup (though had a fine bite at 2 weeks) at 8 weeks has turned into an overshot or undershot bite. I hope that the breeder is going to take less for the pup...if they're going to sell it at all. You can tell A LOT more when a pup is older and closer to adoption age. I don't like seeing very young pups advertised on YT from any breeder. BUT, that's JMO.
I've sold 2 of my pups to YT members and here's how I did it...I start posting picts of the pups as they progress. If someone is interested, they'll pm me. There's really no reason to advertise the pups for sale at all. In the time I've been a YT member, I've posted one for sale ad and to be honest, I'll never do it again. There are so many threads in the for sale section here, it's reminding me of a flea market.
So, I'll duck from flying rocks now. I know I've probably ticked some people off, but that's okay. Just that my opinion is different from some. |
I haven't yet read this entire post, but was glad to see your post. I'm not a breeder, but I had my own business for years, and this is what I believe:
If YT said you could advertise them before 10 weeks, but run a disclaimer, there would be NOTHING to stop people from pming each other and letting the advertised pups go before 12 weeks. How would YT possibly enforce it???
I also like your idea of showing the pups in the nursery. Anyone interested in a new pup is probably glued to that forum anyway...
I know it probably seems like a harsh rule. But, it does seem like a good way to safeguard the pups, and afterall, isn't that what everyone wants. I also think it'll deter those breeders off who pop in here just to sell their pups but never visit any other time.
This is jmo, and I don't mean to offend anyone. Interesting topic!