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02-11-2009, 08:31 PM | #1 |
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| Frustrated, Need Advice on selling pups So, I had a litter of 4 yorkie pups.. I have decided to keep two of them and sell the other two. I started posting ads for them at 9 weeks and here it is almost 13wks and still have had no luck selling them. I've had many inquiries and had two ppl look at them. I had a couple look at a girl, but their other dog got jealous of her so they decided not to take her. Then today, I had a couple look at her again and I made the mistake of taking my super tiny 1lb 3 month old litter mate with me. Once they seen him they decided they wanted a pup that was "smaller". I just cant believe people sometimes. My tiny pup is really tiny and the other ones are a little under 3 lbs at 13 wks. They should be about 5-6 lbs.. How much smaller could one ask for? I have yet to see a "big" yorkie. I started off asking $600 for them and have now lowered the price to $450 and $400. They are home raised and this is my first and last litter. I thought maybe it was because of the economy but after that lady said my female was "chunky" I got a little irritated.. It seems like people want teeny tiny dogs which to me seems a little unhealthy. Sure, there are 2 and 3lb yorkies that are healthy, but there are also alot that aren't. And these people mostly want them for breeding.. Yikes! I would just feel wrong about breeding a dog that small. I told the couple mom and dad were only 4 1/2 and 6 lbs. so the pups surely wouldn't get to be very big at all.. I guess i'm at a loss here.. I can't keep the pups forever, but i'm not going to just give them away either and they are getting older and it seems everyone wants one that's fresh off the teat.. But, I was told from everyone on here to keep them til they were 12 wks old.. I did, and now no luck.. Anyone have any advice? I mean, i'm not rushing them out the door or anything and I don't mean to sound rude, I just don't get it.. Another thing is, my girl has white on her chest which is completely normal and people see it and it's like they think she's not a full blooded yorkie because of it.. These folks just must not know a whole lot about yorkies... Geesh.. what to do, what to do.. |
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02-11-2009, 08:52 PM | #2 |
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| Potential Yorkie owners who are have done their research beforehand look for a breeder who has an established reputation and is breeding to the standard. Since this is your first litter, you haven't built a reputation and unless the white spot on her chest is less than inch, your female is not within the Yorkie standard. Yorkshire Terrier Club of America The preference does seem to be for smaller Yorkies and yours will probably be on the high end of the standard if they are three pounds at 13 weeks. You may end up keeping all of them. |
02-11-2009, 08:53 PM | #3 |
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02-11-2009, 08:57 PM | #4 |
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| Anytime someone decides to breed, they must be willing to keep the puppies if they aren't sold. Also, a good breeder will always take one of their puppies back if it's new owner can't keep it at any point during its lifetime. Unfortunately there are so many people breeding pet quality yorkies, that the pet market is just flooded with puppies right now. I hope you'll make sure you find the best homes possible and not just the first person that decides they want one.
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02-11-2009, 09:29 PM | #5 |
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| The white spot is within an inch and I would always take them back at any given time. I have had probably 30 ppl ask about them and I didn't let them go to the first person that has asked. The growth chart says they will be 6 lbs. This is an average size, I would think.. The standard is up to 7lbs.. And yes, I know I haven't built a reputation as a breeder... That may be most of the problem. I know people around here would rather buy from a puppy mill than a hobby breeder... so, I suppose I will have 4 pups if nothing happens..lol |
02-11-2009, 09:45 PM | #6 | |
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You may want to sell quickly but #1 you want a better home for these pups, someone who cares more for health then size.... Their homes will come. Good luck and puppy kisses to the pups. | |
02-11-2009, 09:51 PM | #7 | |
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As MyFairLacy said, the market is flooded with puppies from backyard breeders, hobby breeders, etc. The supply is far greater than the demand. | |
02-11-2009, 09:56 PM | #8 | |
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02-11-2009, 10:06 PM | #9 | |
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You might want to reconsider and try to sell the tiny male since he is the most desirable and keep one of the larger males instead. The older the other males get, the more unlikely that they will sell. Many show breeders end up practically giving beautiful males away when they get close to sexual maturity. | |
02-11-2009, 10:11 PM | #10 |
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| Have you tried posting your pups for sale here on the "yorkies for sale or wanted section?" I'm not sure if you have to be a donating member to list, but even if you do, it may well be worth it to you. Lots of people looking for yorkies check that section. Give that a try and I bet you'll have interest in your babies! Good luck in finding good, forever homes for your babies. As far as the white spot...doesn't that disappear when the pup gets older?
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02-11-2009, 10:20 PM | #11 | |
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02-11-2009, 10:52 PM | #12 |
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| Yes, I did keep the tiny one.. But, he was the biggest when he was born and I fell in love with him because of his personality.. Now, it's like his growth is stunted.. When he stayed small I was afraid to sell him because I was scared to death that someone would tromple him. I have taken him to the vet due to my concerns but the vet says he is healthy. So, I guess what im saying is, I didn't keep him because of his size because I didn't know he would turn out this small. I am also keeping his sister who is the biggest of the litter.. And I would never sell him, he's already attatched at the hip.. Its not about the money, I just want to find them good homes.. And as far as the white spot, I was thinking the same thing. Of course it will get bigger as the puppy grows, but my other dogs had it too and theirs are turning tan now.. Hers will too in time.. And as far as breed standards I'm not breeding for show so I don't think the white should be too big of a deal.. I don't know I think shes adorable...and so is the boy.. he smiles! its so cute... |
02-11-2009, 10:56 PM | #13 | |
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The white usually fades away over time and blends right in with the tan.
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02-11-2009, 11:06 PM | #14 |
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| My rylie still has a white patch on his chest. It's probably around an inch in diameter. His has stayed white although you really have to look because his hair is long. But he's got a nice thick patch of long white hair.
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02-11-2009, 11:18 PM | #15 | |
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