How much should I pay?

[mingtoy]

This is a fair price . One of my friend's mother paid higher than this price for her Durrer Yorkie .

[Duncansmom]

Originally Posted by makemepretty

Yes, that's very reasonable. Plus, it sounds like a quality dog too. I think with that price, that quality and the fact that you've fallen in love with him...it's a sign to get him

I agree. IMO $1,500.00 is about the avg price here in FL, but they are rising everyday. I've seen many pet quality pups for over $2,500.00!
Follow your heart for it always knows the answer.
Good luck and welcome

[Dodge]

I thought I did this correctly the first time, but might have messed up this thread.
Anyway, I wanted to thank you all for your sound advice. I definitely want this puppy...but I just saw the most gorgeous morkie (from a breeder).....I can't afford both.
I wanted to ask, since I can't find info: does anyone here, or can someone validate the life expectancy of a teacup morkie? This little fella is expected to be around 3lbs, his parents are the same weight. He's 10 weeks old and the size of a hamster. The breeder will keep him for at least another 3 weeks, but I wanted to know if anyone here has a teacup (any breed) and if they've experienced any unusual illnesses? The breeder assured me that their life expectancy is in line with yorkies and malteses, but I'm skeptical....these organs must be so small. And I don't think anyone has been breeding these tiny ones long enough to validate the lenght of their life...have they?

Thank you!

DodgeR.....who is now torn.

[yorkiekist]

I would go with the Durrer dog before I would ever look at a T-cup. T-cups have alot of health problems and alot dont have a long life span. But on either dog, I would insist on a very good health guarantee.

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by yorkiekist

I would go with the Durrer dog before I would ever look at a T-cup. T-cups have alot of health problems and alot dont have a long life span. But on either dog, I would insist on a very good health guarantee.

I would 100% go with the Durrer Yorkie over a Maltese/Yorkie mix from a breeder. I would never buy a mixed breed dog...if I wasn't particular about the type of dog I wanted, I'd rescue from a shelter or rescue group. There are a lot of purebreds and toy breed mixes in shelters and rescues just waiting for homes. I'm sorry but no reputable breeder will EVER advertise "teacup" anythings because they don't exist. It's a made-up term that unethical breeders use to make more money off of people that don't know any better. All toy breeds are small...there is no "teacup" classification in any breed of dog. It's a scam. I'd go with the reputable breeder and get the yorkie

[artie merlino]

Welcome to YT! IMO $1,500.00 is more than reasonable, that's the average price for a male puppy that is usually only Pet Quality, it sounds like you got a Steal, especially for a Champion! But can you really put a price on your Happiness & Joy? Believe me that little puppy is going to change your Life.
Besides your getting that one and if you're already in Love with him, maybe that will help in the long run, I have sooooo many Friends that want a Yorkie, but when they get them they don't know what to expect......High Maintenance in every way! Please do your research! You either Love Yorkies or you DON'T they are that cut and dry. Good Luck deciding Aloha

[jenn4yorkies]

I paid $1500 each for my two.

[y0rkiesR0ck]

what the heck's a Durrer champion anyway? i personally wouldn't pay $1500, but that's only because it would break my bank into a million pieces! lol. i got Kash for $750. he's very healthy, purebred, AKC, and he has a few champions in his blood line. $750 was a lot for me, but if you can afford $1500 and this pup has stole your heart, i'd go for it!

[gartracog]

Originally Posted by Dodge

I thought I did this correctly the first time, but might have messed up this thread.
Anyway, I wanted to thank you all for your sound advice. I definitely want this puppy...but I just saw the most gorgeous morkie (from a breeder).....I can't afford both.
I wanted to ask, since I can't find info: does anyone here, or can someone validate the life expectancy of a teacup morkie? This little fella is expected to be around 3lbs, his parents are the same weight. He's 10 weeks old and the size of a hamster. The breeder will keep him for at least another 3 weeks, but I wanted to know if anyone here has a teacup (any breed) and if they've experienced any unusual illnesses? The breeder assured me that their life expectancy is in line with yorkies and malteses, but I'm skeptical....these organs must be so small. And I don't think anyone has been breeding these tiny ones long enough to validate the lenght of their life...have they?

Thank you!

DodgeR.....who is now torn.

I have had a t-cup yorkie and only had her for less than a month and her heart failed. I do not recomend them.I know they are so cute but Your heart would break so fast if anything ever happened. Mine is still trying to mend over cricket. But I dont think it ever will. I would go with the good quality yorkie you found for $1500. Sounds like a very good price for something of quality that is hard to find in that price range. Good luck.
Tracy.

[mingtoy]

What is the name of the Durrer champion ?

[Sookie]

I'm assuming that if he is a Durrer champion he isn't a puppy any more, am I right? I am also thinking he is neutered. Regardless, I think that is reasonable for a Durrer champion and I would pay it. I also love Durrers - nice faces and gorgeous coats on the ones I've seen. How old is this guy? Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

I have a 3 lb female, 7 months, and she is very, very healthy in every way. Knock wood!!

[PinkGir]

there are no such things as teacups! its just bad health for the little baby!

Ive paid 1300 for mine, and she also comes with a health guarantee also....

[011011]

You should get whatever you want and will make you and your family happy.If it is a champion then it is ,if it is a Morkie then it is a Morkie.
I would not pay a outrageous price for a mixed but many people love their Morkies.
I will not tell you what you should buy that is your choice.How big did they say a tea cup should get.I do not belive in tea cups though and they should not be sold for more money
I have durrer lines myself

[Dodge]

Thank you for your responses and input. This is a tough one for me.

I know....no such thing as teacups. But I honestly didn't realize that even a 3lb adult would qualify as a Toy. So then. Shall we agree to call them Tiny Toys? :P

To answer your questions: they both come with 1-yr health guarantees and pedigree info; morkie should be 3lbs full grown (apparently about 1/2 lb at 10 wks now) and he's $1200; the Durrer is 13 weeks, was 2lbs 10z last week.

I think that's it. Anyway, I've set a deadline of the weekend this decision. the Durrer does have a great face and coat, but a morkie was my first choice...I just couldn't find a breeder in my area until yesterday.

Decisions, decisions.....

Thanks again. I will continue "lurking" and learning from all of you. This is a great support system you have here.

Cheers,
DodgeR

[Dodge]

Sorry, I think I missed a few questions:

I don't know what a champion is either. I've researched it, but the breeder told me that some of the main qualifications are around the coat, face and conformation.

yes, I agree...the thought of losing him very early would break my heart...and the only thing holding me back is the size and that frankly, super-small ones don't seem to have been around long enough for some clarity on life expectancy. A risk one decides to take.

No, he's not neutered. I guess he would be if he were 5 - 6 months. He's up to date on shots, though, dewormed and microchiped.


DodgeR