Breeder Question

[mayfateleadyou]

Originally Posted by Baron

Anyone that is not willing to tell how many litters her bitch has had is probably trying to hide something. If the breeder is a good breeder he/she would not have a problem answering that question. If the breeder is letting the puppy go at 9 weeks, she is not a very good breeder either. Most toy breeders keep the puppies until they are 12 weeks or older. You should also be asking about health checks for the puppy, and what kind of health guarantee the breeder will give. I would ask to see the female and male if the breeder owns both, or at least the female and the pedigree of both.

excuse me but I got andy at 8 almost 9 weeks of age and he is a very happy adjusted dog and I would go back to that breeder anytime.

[Sugar's Mom]

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!! he is so pretty.

[Baron]

Originally Posted by mayfateleadyou

excuse me but I got andy at 8 almost 9 weeks of age and he is a very happy adjusted dog and I would go back to that breeder anytime.

You are very lucky, and sometimes it will be ok, but toy dogs should not be taken from the mother before 12 weeks. You can inquire with any reputable breeder on that. that is even one or the things in the YTCA code of conduct for breeders

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by Baron

You are very lucky, and sometimes it will be ok, but toy dogs should not be taken from the mother before 12 weeks. You can inquire with any reputable breeder on that. that is even one or the things in the YTCA code of conduct for breeders

I wouldn't buy from a breeder that released puppies before 12 weeks. If they are breaking that rule, I'm sure they are breaking others as well. It should be about the best interest of the puppy.

[mayfateleadyou]

I take it back andy was 9 weeks and again I back his breeder 100% He was a healthy happy puppy who has never had an issue

[scrapindee]

Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

I wouldn't buy from a breeder that released puppies before 12 weeks. If they are breaking that rule, I'm sure they are breaking others as well. It should be about the best interest of the puppy.

I agree with MyFairLady.

But since you bought your puppy, enjoy. BTW that is a very nice name.