Getting discouraged here...

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by Minniesmthr

There were quite a number of dogs at the Bluebonnet show. Please note, I did say "to the untrained eye." My dogs didn't resemble these, probably because they were not from quality stock, so mine would have been easy to spot. They were sweethearts though and sooo special. I would give anything to have them back.

Cathie

I have two 8 year old Yorkies that have been my pets since puppies...both are far from show quality but I wouldn't trade them for the world. They are all special...Yorkies all have such individual personalities. I love it.

I can't recommend any Parti breeders, but if you decide you want a traditional colored Yorkie, PM me and I can try to recommend some breeders to you.

[ironmike86]

One thing about getting a dog from a good breeder = pet quality. You are buying for health more than looks.Pet quality. While they will look good unless your showing you won't notice.
Every breeder can't have a Champion dog and sire all Champion Pups. But they can have healthy ones that will live along time. And if you happen to have one with problems a reputable breeder will help with bills or exchange pups. Because they are confident that they are breeding healthy pups. But stuff happens.

[Minniesmthr]

I appreciate the suggestions. Hubby is thinking we should actually get two, so that one will not be lonely. I don't see how it could get lonely, when it will be with me most of the time and sleeping with us the rest. But hey! Who am I to argue. Two Yorkies would be like having Christmas every day!!!

Cathie

[lynzy420]

Originally Posted by Minniesmthr

I appreciate the suggestions. Hubby is thinking we should actually get two, so that one will not be lonely. I don't see how it could get lonely, when it will be with me most of the time and sleeping with us the rest. But hey! Who am I to argue. Two Yorkies would be like having Christmas every day!!!

Cathie

Two is great, just make sure to get them spayed and/or neutered if they are opposite sex! They are alot of fun. I have had Miss Mia for 8 months and she is a pip...Miss Mini tolerates her, but hey theres still hope that one day they will cuddle together! I think if you got two young ones (what a handful) they will grow up loving eachother....!!! Keep us posted!

[lynzy420]

Originally Posted by ironmike86

One thing about getting a dog from a good breeder = pet quality. You are buying for health more than looks.Pet quality. While they will look good unless your showing you won't notice.
Every breeder can't have a Champion dog and sire all Champion Pups. But they can have healthy ones that will live along time. And if you happen to have one with problems a reputable breeder will help with bills or exchange pups. Because they are confident that they are breeding healthy pups. But stuff happens.

Pure and simple layman's terminology...perfectly said! Thanks for all you contribut Ironmike!

[gemy]

Originally Posted by ironmike86

One thing about getting a dog from a good breeder = pet quality. You are buying for health more than looks.Pet quality. While they will look good unless your showing you won't notice.
Every breeder can't have a Champion dog and sire all Champion Pups. But they can have healthy ones that will live along time. And if you happen to have one with problems a reputable breeder will help with bills or exchange pups. Because they are confident that they are breeding healthy pups. But stuff happens.

Mike you do contribute a whole lot to this board. What you do say about reputable breeders is true.

But I do always encourage folks who are paying a premium for a purebred dog, not to settle for much less than a very well bred and healthy Yorkie. That means that their dogs once full grown, should look like a Yorkie, act like a Yorkie, and just be the best of what a Yorkie is, in terms of temperament, health, and structure. The coat might be a bit "off", or the weight, or the coloration, but hey there is no mistaking a well bred Yorkie, be it show or pet.