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danyellm · 05-02-2009, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by tjdmom

If this used to be Happy Apple Kennels... I was there. The people were not amish, that I am sure of. I did not buy my pup from there and honestly, couldn't get out of there fast enough.

It was apparent to me that was not the place I could ever do business with. I did feel sorry for their dogs. There was a big news report on them locally.

Their talking about two different places ,Hornings Farm (amish)Happytinypuppy.com(ny)

happyhappy66 · 05-25-2009, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by danyellm

happytinypuppies is a puppy mill..ive been there and there was a big story on the owner although they changed the kennel name.

Is happy tiny puppies same group of people as happy apple kennel? Thanks

danyellm · 05-26-2009, 03:50 AM

yes it is now ,happyrocky.com last i checked anyways.

popgok · 06-21-2009, 04:39 PM

I was actually planning on getting a pup from there put their pics are too proffesional, they have too many breeds, and no email address. I got suspicious so I looked into it more. I can see that people think it sells milled pups but does it really? Do you have proof? All of the people who bought from there have good reviews. Im confused. What should I do? Should I just turn to another place?

judez · 10-23-2009, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bonnieabrams

Hi. I am currently looking for a puppy. Before I set out to visit any litters, I would love to get feedback from anyone who may have dealt with or heard anything about Hornings Farm in PA. or Happytinypuppies.com in New York. Thanks so much.

Hi. We bought a female yorkie from happytinypuppies a year ago. We have had no problems with her other than the normal (had to have a couple of baby teeth pulled and she has to be on prescription dog food from the vet and dry Eukanuba. The vet food is in a can that lasts about 4 days so it is inexpensive. The only thing that I wonder about happytinypuppies is that he changes his name of his business. Don't understand that. Our pup is registered Continental not AKC but that is OK with me. We are extremely happy with her. She was housebroken when we got her (using the pads) and haven't had any problems that way with her either.

BamaFan121s · 10-25-2009, 02:29 PM

Just out of curiosity, what problem does your little one have that requires her to eat a prescription food?

I certainly would not consider that "normal," so I'm just wondering what the reason is.

yorkiezfamily · 10-28-2009, 10:27 AM

Most of the Amish farms near our community that have sold within the last ten years have relocated to New York. My husband and I have remarked to each other on this point. It may simply be that is where ALL of our community of Amish have chosen to relocate, I dont know. I have no knowledge of puppy mills (and we live in a small town) but can attest to Amish present in New York. The families we have met have been valued members of our community and have not been known to raise any puppies. They have only had cattle dogs that we know of. Hard working farming families. Most raise sheep here.

However, Pennsyvania is not the only state where puppy mills are congested. They can and are EVERYWHERE RUN BY ANYONE. The greed for the almighty dollar is evil. Personally I would not buy any puppy without actually visiting the breeder. In my humble opinion.

If purchasing a companion and new member of your family that will be a part of your family for fifteen years or more, I belive that warrants a visit to see what environment your puppy is raised, as well as request to see the parents.

I certainly do not wish to lump all amish together when mentioning irreputable breeders, as we have witnessed many hard working families that take good care of their livestock. I feel bad breeders come from all walks of life. But posted this only to let others know there is a large population of Amish in New York State. Networking would be possible, as it is with any puppy mill breeders.

I would question any web site that has the need to change their name on a consistant basis. Also no email? but on the web? That should be a giveaway? and if they have many puppies? seems strange to limit communication like that. I would question it. I would check both CKC and AKC for names and addresses of the breeders also.

BellaAndJack · 11-20-2009, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MiniDaisyMomma

Actually I'm a yorkie owner....3 to be exact...and I purchased my youngest from Hornings. No problems, whatsoever. Cute as a button! I live about 20 minutes away from Hornings and would definitely say they are a puppy farm but I wouldn't go as far as saying they are a puppy mill. No, I am not affiliated with these people - they're amish - I'm definitely not. You can see pictures of my Daisy on Myspace. Look up "ShikMegan". I was actually just out yesterday looking at some other breeds I might be interested in. The family is very nice and accomodating. I talked with the woman for over an hour seeking advice on breeding in the future. Any questions, feel free to ask. Im more than happy to help if I can. Shikmegan@aol.com

Actually, the people who run Horning's are Menonite's, NOT Amish. I bought my cockapoo from them and, although she is healthy and pretty and a joy to have, she was my first puppy purchase and when we drove to PA and picked her up, I did wonder about the facilities and the fact that her parents were not on site and owned by someone else. The puppies are advertised as being able to go out as needed, but are actually kept in crates that, although clean, are on average 3 puppies per crate. The puppies do have an outside area, but are not able to go in and out as advertised. The woman was very nice and good with the puppies, but that doesn't change the fact that they are all packed in there in the puppy barn in those crates (actually cages). Just to address another question that was posted, the Hornings's have friends who designed and run the web site and field all the e-mails. The puppies all looked clean, but I wanted to take them all home just to get them out of those cages...they had about 6 or 8 breeds when we went with no parents on site, and no contact info for the breeders. I love my Bella, but now that I know more about puppy farms and mills, I would not purchase from them again.

nbg258 · 05-13-2010, 01:30 PM

ya i actually went to pennsilvania over the summer and we love our dog but ones enough it kinda did look like a puppy mill but at the same time the dogs were well kept and if u go to pensilvania be sure to stop by philadelphia it was great

nbg258 · 05-13-2010, 01:32 PM

and the dog we got was a pappipoo

yorkielady06 · 05-13-2010, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by popgok

I was actually planning on getting a pup from there put their pics are too proffesional, they have too many breeds, and no email address. I got suspicious so I looked into it more. I can see that people think it sells milled pups but does it really? Do you have proof? All of the people who bought from there have good reviews. Im confused. What should I do? Should I just turn to another place?

Please check with the YTCA or do some research before buying from a mill..it only supports the horrible conditions that these dogs live in. There are many breeders in your area or within a days drive. Ensure you get a healthy and happy well socialized pup. It is for you and your new baby.
I am not from MA but check out the YTCA website or ask like people have on here about certain breeders before committing...saves alot of money and heartache in the longrun. Just my opinion of course...

brikri143 · 08-01-2010, 12:44 PM

hey there, I know this reply is wayy late, but I purchased a puppy from happytinypuppies.com about a year and a half ago. My puppy is very happy and healthy! full of energy. i love her very much. i paid about 670 for her, at 16 weeks old. she's now 5 lbs. I didn't recieve any papers proving she was a pure breed, although she definitely appears to be one.

I do have to say the "breeder" didn't speak good english, he required a deposite before delivering her to me. he drove personally to my home and dropped her off and signed some paperwork.

i never heard from him again, even after some emails.

so all in all my puppy was happy and healthy! but the breeders made me feel questionable.

hope this helped!

dwolman · 08-25-2010, 10:39 AM

One other note on Hornings Farm. They will put a hold on a puppy with no deposit for 4-5 days I think.

dwolman · 08-25-2010, 10:56 AM

We bought a 10 wk old puppy from Hornings Farm last week and so far she is healthy, smart and active. It is a Menenite farm where they house puppies from elsewhere to be sold in a barn which is their kennel. It seemed as clean as a barn can be and the puppies seemed happy and well cared for, but there were many puppies in each cage. Larger ones had runs but door had to be propped open for them to use run. So as with a puppy mill you don't get to see parents or even pics - but they do have info on breed and weight of parents. Of course as with any puppy mill assurance just isn't there. But after seeing our puppy I had to take her home even with unknowns. They prefer cash but took some cash and a check from me since they hadn't told me about that. After a week home our puppy is doing fine - vet said she's healthy and up to date on all shots, worming, etc. We'll keep our fingers crossed.

WV~Yorkies · 08-25-2010, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by dwolman

We bought a 10 wk old puppy from Hornings Farm last week and so far she is healthy, smart and active. It is a Menenite farm where they house puppies from elsewhere to be sold in a barn which is their kennel. It seemed as clean as a barn can be and the puppies seemed happy and well cared for, but there were many puppies in each cage. Larger ones had runs but door had to be propped open for them to use run. So as with a puppy mill you don't get to see parents or even pics - but they do have info on breed and weight of parents. Of course as with any puppy mill assurance just isn't there. But after seeing our puppy I had to take her home even with unknowns. They prefer cash but took some cash and a check from me since they hadn't told me about that. After a week home our puppy is doing fine - vet said she's healthy and up to date on all shots, worming, etc. We'll keep our fingers crossed.

Selling out of a barn...all I can say is OMG!

05-26-2009, 03:50 AM	#33
danyellm Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: ny Posts: 761	yes it is now ,happyrocky.com last i checked anyways. __________________ Danyell yipyapyorkies.com Getting a Yorkie is our only chance to choose a relative

06-21-2009, 04:39 PM	#34
popgok YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Newton, MA, USA Posts: 2	Pups I was actually planning on getting a pup from there put their pics are too proffesional, they have too many breeds, and no email address. I got suspicious so I looked into it more. I can see that people think it sells milled pups but does it really? Do you have proof? All of the people who bought from there have good reviews. Im confused. What should I do? Should I just turn to another place?

10-28-2009, 10:27 AM	#37
yorkiezfamily Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: great lakes state Posts: 154	Info Most of the Amish farms near our community that have sold within the last ten years have relocated to New York. My husband and I have remarked to each other on this point. It may simply be that is where ALL of our community of Amish have chosen to relocate, I dont know. I have no knowledge of puppy mills (and we live in a small town) but can attest to Amish present in New York. The families we have met have been valued members of our community and have not been known to raise any puppies. They have only had cattle dogs that we know of. Hard working farming families. Most raise sheep here. However, Pennsyvania is not the only state where puppy mills are congested. They can and are EVERYWHERE RUN BY ANYONE. The greed for the almighty dollar is evil. Personally I would not buy any puppy without actually visiting the breeder. In my humble opinion. If purchasing a companion and new member of your family that will be a part of your family for fifteen years or more, I belive that warrants a visit to see what environment your puppy is raised, as well as request to see the parents. I certainly do not wish to lump all amish together when mentioning irreputable breeders, as we have witnessed many hard working families that take good care of their livestock. I feel bad breeders come from all walks of life. But posted this only to let others know there is a large population of Amish in New York State. Networking would be possible, as it is with any puppy mill breeders. I would question any web site that has the need to change their name on a consistant basis. Also no email? but on the web? That should be a giveaway? and if they have many puppies? seems strange to limit communication like that. I would question it. I would check both CKC and AKC for names and addresses of the breeders also. __________________ Addsion & JessicaAdopted 10/17/08 Consider a rescue! I always love to talk Yorkies!

08-25-2010, 10:39 AM	#43
dwolman YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 3	Hornings Farm One other note on Hornings Farm. They will put a hold on a puppy with no deposit for 4-5 days I think.

08-25-2010, 10:56 AM	#44
dwolman YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 3	Hornings Farm We bought a 10 wk old puppy from Hornings Farm last week and so far she is healthy, smart and active. It is a Menenite farm where they house puppies from elsewhere to be sold in a barn which is their kennel. It seemed as clean as a barn can be and the puppies seemed happy and well cared for, but there were many puppies in each cage. Larger ones had runs but door had to be propped open for them to use run. So as with a puppy mill you don't get to see parents or even pics - but they do have info on breed and weight of parents. Of course as with any puppy mill assurance just isn't there. But after seeing our puppy I had to take her home even with unknowns. They prefer cash but took some cash and a check from me since they hadn't told me about that. After a week home our puppy is doing fine - vet said she's healthy and up to date on all shots, worming, etc. We'll keep our fingers crossed.

10-25-2009, 02:29 PM	#36
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	Just out of curiosity, what problem does your little one have that requires her to eat a prescription food? I certainly would not consider that "normal," so I'm just wondering what the reason is.

05-13-2010, 01:30 PM	#39
nbg258 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2010 Location: somerville Posts: 2	ya i actually went to pennsilvania over the summer and we love our dog but ones enough it kinda did look like a puppy mill but at the same time the dogs were well kept and if u go to pensilvania be sure to stop by philadelphia it was great

05-13-2010, 01:32 PM	#40
nbg258 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2010 Location: somerville Posts: 2	and the dog we got was a pappipoo

08-01-2010, 12:44 PM	#42
brikri143 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Amherst, NY, USA Posts: 1	hey there, I know this reply is wayy late, but I purchased a puppy from happytinypuppies.com about a year and a half ago. My puppy is very happy and healthy! full of energy. i love her very much. i paid about 670 for her, at 16 weeks old. she's now 5 lbs. I didn't recieve any papers proving she was a pure breed, although she definitely appears to be one. I do have to say the "breeder" didn't speak good english, he required a deposite before delivering her to me. he drove personally to my home and dropped her off and signed some paperwork. i never heard from him again, even after some emails. so all in all my puppy was happy and healthy! but the breeders made me feel questionable. hope this helped!