Yorkie weight and breeding.

[Paisley10]

Thank you, everyone! I'm not trying to be a "female dog" Its just a bit overwhelming. I appreciate this forum.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by Paisley10

Thank you, Woogie. That is all very good advice. I won't rush to have her spayed. I'm a spay and neuter fanatic like most responsible pet owners, that is why I said 16 weeks. I will look for those books at Barnes and Noble.

My daughter bought an older sister. She is 3, same parents. She is 5.5 pounds. While my pup Paisley is already 4 pounds at just 13 weeks.

I have a long way to go and a lot to learn. Thank you all for the help.

You might have better luck ordering online, perhaps at Amazon. Although I did find both books at my local library, and I live in the styx.

[Paisley10]

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama

People understood your post just fine. It's just that they can't say positively yes or positively no. I understand your frustration, but what you see as a simple question really isn't that simple to those who breed Yorkies well. That's because no single aspect of what makes a Yorkie breed-able or not exists in isolation. And if you think things got muddled asking about weight, just wait till you get in to some of the even more confusing areas!

If it were me, I would hold off on getting your little girl spayed until you have a mentor who can help you evaluate her total package. Then you can make an informed decision.


ETA: Oops, Woogie was posting the same time that I was. And as usual, said it much better than I ever could.

Thank you!

[JeanieK]

Originally Posted by jencar98

That's just it....there is no simple answer to your question, too many variables to consider to give a simple "yes" or "no" answer.

You started out asking would a bitch over 7lbs be breed worthy? And without initially telling us your breeding background, specifics about your girl, etc. you were given the answer your general type question warranted. Had you initially been more specific with your information, you would have received the more direct and detailed answers that you did get after you provided more information.

That is the problem, when just in the "thinking about it stage" one does not always know what questions to ask or how to word them.

When I decided to go to college at the age of 34, I went to the administration desk and told them I wanted to go to college. The lady asked me what questions I had. I told her that I didn't even know what questions to ask.

I needed someone to go through it from the very first step. They did not tell me that if Iwas that ignorant that I had no business even thinking about college. They sat down with me and explained every thing. Throughout the meeting, questions came to mind. But when I walked through those doors, I honestly did know even know where to begin.

Therefore: A good response would have been that it is sometimes OK to breed one that is slightly larger but you would have to know more about the dog's history to determine that. And then explaining where she needed to start, and what questions needed to be answered.

Interrogating a person or immediatly telling them that they should not be breeding is not going to get a response of "Oh, OK, I won't breed".

If they want to breed, they are going to breed. Wouldn't it be better that they get good information, from knowledgable breeders, rather than leaving them to get it from just anyone

Making derrogatory comments about non show beeders is only going start an argument and send the OP running for their life.

[Paisley10]

JeanieK - THANK YOU!

[Paisley10]

Originally Posted by jencar98

It depends upon the breeder and their knowledge of the bitch and what she is likely to produce. There are some breeders that will breed a bitch over 7lbs. But generally, those breeders fall into two categories....1) those that have extensive breeding knowledge (takes years to achieve) and know what they are doing....and... 2) those that don't know. If you are not in the 1st category, you shouldn't breed this girl.

As mentioned in TLC's post, as important as your bitches weight are other factors, has she had the necessary tests/health screenings that would make her a good breeding prospect?

Enjoy and love her for the pet she was meant to be.♥

How do YOU know that she was ONLY meant to be a pet? You must be extremely knowledgeable to be able to tell that without even seeing her.

[jencar98]

Originally Posted by JeanieK

That is the problem, when just in the "thinking about it stage" one does not always know what questions to ask or how to word them.

When I decided to go to college at the age of 34, I went to the administration desk and told them I wanted to go to college. The lady asked me what questions I had. I told her that I didn't even know what questions to ask.

I needed someone to go through it from the very first step. They did not tell me that if Iwas that ignorant that I had no business even thinking about college. They sat down with me and explained every thing. Throughout the meeting, questions came to mind. But when I walked through those doors, I honestly did know even know where to begin.

Therefore: A good response would have been that it is sometimes OK to breed one that is slightly larger but you would have to know more about the dog's history to determine that. And then explaining where she needed to start, and what questions needed to be answered.

Interrogating a person or immediatly telling them that they should not be breeding is not going to get a response of "Oh, OK, I won't breed".

If they want to breed, they are going to breed. Wouldn't it be better that they get good information, from knowledgable breeders, rather than leaving them to get it from just anyone

Making derrogatory comments about non show beeders is only going start an argument and send the OP running for their life.

JeanieK.....the OP isn't completely new to breeding, as you may have been to college.

This was my first post to the OP, I may have told her not to breed but I did also tell her exactly what you suggested...that some will breed a yorkie over 7lbs, it depends upon the bitch and what she is likely to produce.

Also.....I never mentioned show breeders or non show breeders in this thread. I don't know if this part of your post was referring to me or not, but I've remained neutral on this thread in regards to show breeders/non show breeders, it wasn't really relevant to the question.

Originally Posted by jencar98

It depends upon the breeder and their knowledge of the bitch and what she is likely to produce. There are some breeders that will breed a bitch over 7lbs.

[jencar98]

Originally Posted by Paisley10

I have one more comment then I will leave this alone.

I am a VERY STRONG advocate for "Don't Shop, Adopt!"

This is the first time in years I've considered breeding a dog. I am feeling just a little bit hurt by these replies. You're treating me as if I am stupid.

I thought the only stupid questions are the ones not asked.

Thanks for making me feel so small.

Originally Posted by Paisley10

How do YOU know that she was ONLY meant to be a pet? You must be extremely knowledgeable to be able to tell that without even seeing her.

As a very strong advocate for rescue dogs then surely you know about the number of yorkies within rescues these days. I would think such a strong advocate of rescue would not consider breeding and would have pet dogs only.

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by Paisley10

How do YOU know that she was ONLY meant to be a pet? You must be extremely knowledgeable to be able to tell that without even seeing her.

My suggestion to you would be to learn as much as you can and choose your mentors wisely. There are plenty of people that will breed anything that comes there way and you surely don't want to fall in with the category of breeders. Read and learn not only about the breeding but what each breeder stands for regarding their ethics.

There have been some very informative posts regarding your original questions. I hope you move forward with your learning curve and make wise decisions regarding your little one. Best of luck to you and Welcome to YT

[Paisley10]

I don't rescue dogs from shelters. I rescue dogs from the side of the road. Then I put out ALL of the cost in rehab, socializing, medical care and sterilization. I live in the middle of nowhere, where dogs are tossed out of car windows. I am not familiar with the dogs in the shelters.

I'm getting just a little tired of the in your face attitude from a few here.

[Paisley10]

Maybe it would help to come down off of the high horse and speak to me as an equal rather than as a lesser.

[Paisley10]

I have the answer I needed. Thank you to those that gave me straight forward easy to understand & sincere replies. You will be the ones that i come to when I need more questions answered. Have a nice weekend!

[JeanieK]

Originally Posted by jencar98

JeanieK.....the OP isn't completely new to breeding, as you may have been to college.

This was my first post to the OP, I may have told her not to breed but I did also tell her exactly what you suggested...that some will breed a yorkie over 7lbs, it depends upon the bitch and what she is likely to produce.

Also.....I never mentioned show breeders or non show breeders in this thread. I don't know if this part of your post was referring to me or not, but I've remained neutral on this thread in regards to show breeders/non show breeders, it wasn't really relevant to the question.

If the shoe doesn't fit, then don't wear it. Those who my post was directed to know exactly who I was posting to.

Your post was very neutral, as they are in most of these threads. Others should follow your lead

I'd like to see the information remain consistent from post to post member to member thread to thread. It would be more helpful to the OPs and it would keep the thread from turning into a battle ground.

I, myself would like to learn more, but I know better than to ask the questions on here because I know how it would go. So I keep reading and looking for answers and eeking every nibble of information that I can from these threads.

I don't understand why so many are so unwilling to educate.

It's like an adolescent asking their parents for information on sex, and simply being told not to do it. the kid is curious and if they are going to do it, just telling them not to is not going to stop them. So why send them off to get their education from other kids rather than answering their questions.

If you* truely want to better the breed, then better the breeders.

*The term You is used collectively, not refrerering to any one particular "you"

[JeanieK]

Originally Posted by Paisley10

I have the answer I needed. Thank you to those that gave me straight forward easy to understand & sincere replies. You will be the ones that i come to when I need more questions answered. Have a nice weekend!

Case closed . The OP has left the thread

[Paisley10]

IF I decide to breed her later on, I'll be looking for a nice male to BUY. Just saying ...

And I really resent that just because I rescue, that doesn't mean I can EVER consider breeding a dog of my own. That is very, very unfair.

Jeanie (and others), thanks again for everything!