Biewer Breeders that do health testing
 

I'm interested in finding a female biewer pup or adult as a pet. Preferabley not over 5lbs. Can anyone suggests reputable breeders that health test the parents and have dogs with excellent temperaments. Price is a big issue.

I live in MN.

Thank you.

I meant to say price is NOT a big issue. I know they are very, very pricey and that's okay.

Thank you.

Are you certain you want a female?

Yes. I have two young male pet Chinese Cresteds and think adding a female would be best. We lost our 11 yr old female CC this fall. She was a rescue and we'd had her since she was a baby taken from a puppymill.

I know it's much easier to find a male. I'm not in a great big hurry and since we spent $10,000 trying to save my girl that passed of cancer, spending $4000+ for a girl isn't a big deal to us.

We have no kids and our dogs are everything to us.

Mari

I understand...we did the same for our Yorkie, Boog. Our first Biewer litter is due this week but I don't know what she will have or what their adult size will be. Good luck in your search...I hope you find the perfect little girl you're looking for.

I have an 8 month old Biewer female puppy that is 3# (just). She is potty pad trained and also goes outside. I have her information listed in the for sale section. She will be spayed before being placed.

Contact me at Dee@houseofwags.com if you would like additional information.

she turned 8 months today.

Congrates on finding a new Biewer baby!! You will adore them!! :)

Hope you find the perfect puppy, Mari.

Hi Mari
Glad to see you made it to the forum...this is a great place to start your search. I'm only sorry we don't have the perfect little girl available for you right now.

We met Mari and her husband this weekend at the show in Minnesota and she comes with excellent references from other breeders at the show. If anyone would like to PM me feel free, she seems like a lovely lady and she lives right down the road!

Most of the breeders will have screened their adults before they ever think of breeding them. They will have patellas certified and done Bile acid testing.. some also do liver function on the pups prior to placement as well as the vet checks and the health guarantee.

There are some wonderful Biewer breeders here, it may take a bit of patients to find just the perfect fit but it will sooo be worth the wait.

My advice is to read all you can on the breed, find some lines you like, talk to some breeders and wait.. that perfect little girl will eventually pop her pretty little head up in search of her new mommy.

Best of Luck in your search.. I'll keep my eyes open.

-Diana :animal-pa

Thanks, Diana!
I've decided to slow down and try to learn more before I decide if this is the right breed for us. We have to be right for her, too.
I'm in love with their stunning looks, but want to make sure I learn as much as I can about the breed before I make a firm decision about it.
I'm not in a hurry.

Your dogs are so beautiful and how nice that your pet owners come to support you at shows and to talk Biewers with folks.

Mari

Good Decision Mari.. couldn't agree with you more.

This is a decision that takes alot of research, especially when it involves looking into a breed that is somewhat "new". The more you know, the more you know you DON'T know.. if you follow me.

As you can see by visiting websites and talking with different breeders and seeing different dogs at the shows, there is a wide variety of Biewers available. Just like many other breeds, just because it's called a Biewer, doesn't mean it's of consistant quality. There are people who sell just about anything for breeding because they can, even though the dog itself is not of breeding quality.

Of course, I'm biased but the Biewer Breed is the most charming, loving, carefree, happy go lucky little breed I've come across and I hope to be fortunate enough to always have one or two (or three or four) as part of my life forever..

I hope that after you've done your research, you find that it's the perfect fit for your family too and eventually, you do get that dear little girl that you desire. If not, I'm sure what ever breed you do choose, she will have a wonderful joyful life in your home as part of your family with her two CC brothers.

-Diana :animal-pa

I asked these questions on another forum, but want to get as much feedback as I can. Since I have no contact with Biewrers and have only "seen" them, I have lots of concerns about adding one to our family.

1) Are they picky eaters? Can you get them on a routine of scheduled meals with a premium kibbles like Innova, Solid Gold, etc? What do most people feed?
2) Are they barky? We travel back and forth from our home to a Chicago condo where nuisance barking would be unacceptable to our neighbors. While I know a lot of this will be training, but is the terrier in them prone to barking?
3) Can you housetrain them to outside only - no pee pads or at least not as a primary housetraining option? I do have a covered potty area that is free from snow/rain, but is still cold in winter. I could also do a PetLoo system in my heated garage if necessary.

Thank you very, very much for any feedback. As a potential pet owner, I want to make a really well informed decision.

I have 4 and they are not picky eaters at all. Right now I am feeding California Natural lamb and Rice puppy food to Molly because she is nursing her puppies...the other 3 are eating Nutro Organic. Once Molly is done nursing I will get them all on the same food which will be a combination of home cooked and a quality kibble.


My male barks when someone knocks on the door and when he wants up in the morning...my girls rarely ever bark...usually only when they get really carried away while playing but it's one or two barks and they're done. I did have to do some training with Murfee but it seems that now that he is over a year old he's slowing down on his barking. However, I have met a few who do bark...it may depend on how close their lines are to the original Yorkie breeding.



All of mine are trained to go outside but also inside on washable potty pads if necessary. There are times when it's just too nasty for me to expect them to go out so I don't mind the pads.

Nutro?
Did you see Consumer Affairs on this?

Hi Mari

Yes, you can get them on a schedule with good foods. I feed Canadae, Lamb and Rice Kibble. I never feed anything else and wean very slowly if I ever change. One think I have noticed is the Biewers tummy seems to be a bit more sensitive then my Yorkies so I'm very careful with their feeding. Twice a day, nothing in between, nothing from the table. There are some very good foods out there but you do need to research.

The barking is a concern as they are terriers and they do bark (mine do anyway) of course, early training is a must and if you didn't have as many as many of us do, that would be helpful also. They can be trained not to bark, depends on your commitment level. Mostly, they bark when somewhen comes to the door or during play. They stop when told to, but once someone starts, they all seem to chime in.

The training in our climate is an issue. I was also like you in the beginning and couldn't understand HOW people could possibly allow dogs to use piddle pads in the house. I'm sure if you only had one or two dogs and you were home most of the time, you would have no trouble taking them outside. However those 10 below days are VERY cold for a 4 lb puppy.. it helps that you have a covered area without the snow. I really like the option that most will do both. I have some that will only go outside and it's a pain for me actually.

I take mine outside but also use the piddle pads. My dogs have full run of the house and when you have the numbers that many of us seem to end up with.. it works much better on your marriage, your carpet and your mental health not to worry all the time about accidents.

Also, if you work or your gone for 8 to 9 hours at a time, you don't have to worry that your poor dog is turning colors waiting to be let outside..

There is no reason that you would HAVE to use the piddle pads.. just saying that they certainly have added years to my life and decreased the gray hairs!!

Glad your still researching.. hope you had a great Thanks Giving..

-Diana :animal-pa

Hi Diana,
Yep, still thinking about it.
I don't work, so I can commit to potty training and would consider doing a potty area in the garage - which is floor-heated and would be no hardship.

My guys bark and make funny sounds when they play and they will alert at the door, but they are not barky. So, they wouldn't set a bad example and we could train for the barking.

I feed high quality food, Wellness, and only wheat/corn-free high quality treats, like Canidae snaps, Innova bar pieces, Dr. Becker Bites, etc, and NO table food. Like I said, I can never free feed, so it's not an option for me.

Anyway, thanks for responding. I've got to do lots of lurking and reading other posts to learn more. :smile:

Mari

Be sure to go to that one forum. I'm sure MK told you which one. We just watched two babies being born this morning.. so much FUN

Diana :animal-pa

I missed the birthing today as I had to go shopping :crying: I DID get to see them now though - adorable! :)

I just tried to PM you but it says you have chosen not to receive PM's.

I did get an email link. I'm not sure how to set up my acct so that I can get PMs.
Mari

It was really quick.. Molly always does such a great job.
I think there are a few more litters due this weekend too.. haven't heard about anyone elses yet though.. any luck shopping? I stayed away today. Not enough energy left to fight the crouds.

-Diana :animal-pa

Hi Mari... this is Leslie, I believe we met shortly at the show in Hutch. I had just picked up my little guy Chase. I am sorry I didn't have more of a chance to speak with you. Anyways, I was entrusted with a beautiful little boy from Diana 9 months ago. His name is Darbee (I'll post pictures) As I said at the show, I have found Darbee to be the best pet ever, I can't say enough about neutered male Biewers. Darbee is the love of my life ( don't tell the others) because of his disposition. Just wanted to say the best of luck looking for your newest addition and when the time and the puppy is right, you will know it.

Pic #1- Darbee at 8 weeks
Pic 2-Darbee at 12 weeks
Pic 3- Darbee at 5 months
Pic 4- Darbee at 10 months

Mari... you are so lucky to live so close to Diana... her breeding program is incredible and look at the puppies!!!!! Both of my guys have her lines in them and I can't be happier...just let me know if I can helpyou with anything!!!!

Hi Leslie,
It was really nice to meet you in Hutchinson. I was really pleased with how friendly you all were and how willing you were to talk and give info. I know you were a bit busy at the time :)

I myself, LOVE boy dogs. I have two male Chinese Crested Puffs (neutered at 5 mos) and they are the most affectionate, sweet dogs I've ever had.

I had a very, very special female (she passed this fall from cancer) and it will be hard to find another girl like her. She was very calm, not as snuggly as the boys, but very affectionate and always whereever her family was. Everyone who met her was taken with her. My husband says she was "soulful." She seemed to know how you were feeling and cared that you were okay.

Three dogs is my limit, and I kind of have my heart set on another female. Maybe I'm shallow and want a little girl to be girly with, but I also want to make a good balance with my little "pack."

We'll see what develops..........

Mari

Try again please...fixed it. :)

I totally understand Mari... I have 2 girl Yorkies and I am so glad they are girls. The best of luck with your search. If I can help in any way, please feel free to ask!