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Originally Posted by topknot Emmsmom - I went to check out prices in your area to see what they were. And yes - you can get yorkies in your area for 600. - 1500 for CKC (Continental) registered pups. From what I saw. Yet, AKC were going from 1,000 - 3,000 for pets. So not only the area may effect price, but especially the registration that is used.
I think this is where the problem layed with out conversation. We were comparing apples and oranges - not the same. I was speaking about AKC registered prices. CKC pups on an avaerage will usually sell for less, since their registration is not as strong as AKC. Unfortunatly many Puppy Mills and some BYB have gone with CKC since it is easier or they were denied to registered with AKC due to problems with paperwork, etc... CKC is not large enough to do home visits. I am not saying all pups from CKC are from puppymills - just that puppymills have gone to this registry as well as other new ones.
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Totally agree with you. But, I've also found that most BYB will sell their puppies with full registration, I know, I bought my pet yorkie from one. It just so happened I just wanted a pet and had her spayed anyway. Today, I am amazed how easily I walked away with a puppy. Just gave her the money ($600.00 5 years ago) and no questions asked. Granted I had no contract and/or guarantee. I was lucky she's had no major health issues. I've learned alot since then.