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Originally Posted by ivory

Thanks again for the input. I am not set on a mix, but i kindda got a little scared after reading some things on the internet, i.e. there is some woman who advertises a book she wrote about yorkies, and how she had to spend several thousand in the first year of owning one on health problems..her book is about things that supposedly breeders don't tell you... heck, i don't know... so i thought i would ask those with real every day experience..and just for the record, i haven't seen a yorkie that i didn't think was just adorable, they are all so cute.. so i know when i do get another dog, it will be pure yorkie or mostly yorkie...
so what kind of health problems or vet bills am i looking forward to?

I think it's not fair to think or say that all yorkies are sickly (I need to read this book )

It's just so silly! Any dog could be sick or healthy. Get it from a reputable breeder, take good care of it, feed it good food, excercise it well and maintain vet visits.

I suspect she is talking about the so called 'teacups, tinies, babydolls, etc' from unreputable breeders.

As to what kind of possible health problems to look for? Not sure that's fair to say.........you don't know for sure. You can do a google search about the topic and get answers. Also, you should do a google search on hybrids and potential for health/temperament problems while you're at it. Lastly, if you google every breed you'll find they have a potential for certain health problems as well. It's just like humans kids, and virtually every living thing on this planet.