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Originally Posted by lizzie1955  I have an idea in my head of what my "ideal" Yorkie would be. My problem is, when I am sent a photo or see a young puppy in person, I can't look at it and visualize what it will mature into. For instance, how can you tell if a puppy will be square-bodied vs. long; "baby doll" face vs. a somewhat more prominent snout; coat; solid vs. wispy; size? I realize that we are dealing with wonderful, unique living beings, and that there are never any guarantees, but there must be some guidelines... Of course, we all know what happens, you find the one that steals your heart and that's it! The "wish list" goes out the window.  |
Show breeders don't sell their show dogs much before the age of 7 months old. At that age they can pretty much access what a puppy's potential will be. Prior to that they are watching temperament, bites, structure on a daily basis. And even then a puppy can fall apart at anytime...you just hope and pray that the two dogs you did so much planning on were the right choice.