Need to say something.
 

So I was thinking after reading a post on here and I need to say this. Callie is by no means show quality she is 12 pounds and has floppy ears but to me that means nothing. I was looking for a companion that was not going to worsen my allergies and was small and I came across the yorkshire terrier and it wasnt because there ears stick up or there hair is soft and flowing or because you can get some that are so tiny. I am not rich I live with my grandparents because of health reasons and at this time am unable to have a real job but my family came together to buy me Callie and she has changed my life I am able to drive the 30 miles between my home and my moms and I am able to go through drive threws with Callie next to me I have had a reason to get up in the morning and to live. She is so spoiled and not needing of anything I do sell some stuff on ebay and make some money, she has a stroller, a carseat, lots of toys and clothes and more love then I ever thought I could give (and thats a lot because I love everyone and everything sooo much) being rich means nothing some of the poorest people love there pets more then anyone. There are so many people out there who are rich and buy small dogs as fashion accesorries and they are not they are living things. I'm just so sad by some people my gosh money means nothing compaired to what Callie has given me.

I agree being rich doesnt make you a good dog owner and being poor doesnt make you a bad one. Everyone has different means and do the best they can do

I agree!:thumbup::thumbup:
Too bad some of these "rich" people don't understand that these animals love them unconditionally :rolleyes:
Tessa has brought more joy and love to my life than I could ever imagine!

AWWWWWWW sweetie, don't let 'em get you down. I feel the same way...my Murfee isn't show quality and was bought at a flea market for $500. He is way loved and has more than any dog needs. He's not really a dog, he is my baby. In my opinion, there was only one "perfect" thing on this earth and that was Jesus. You can breed for perfection but will NEVER achieve it.

very well said, and I will bet money your Callie is as sweet as they come

I feel the same way about my boys. They bring me endless amounts of joy!:) I'm not rich, but they have everything they need and are well taken care of. Money doesn't make people love any more or any less.

I completely understand you, I been married for 5 years and no kids yet, Kuma was a gift from my husband but seem to be more a gift from above, he has lifted my spirit so much, there are no words that can explain how much my Kuma means to me and my Husband, Kuma is 9pounds and has a huge overbite but i LOVE IT, we just got a little girl about 2 weeks ago, and its amazing how much we love her in such little time.

Lacy and Rylie are clearly pet quality, from backyard breeders. I love them to death and wouldn't trade them for the world, and I think they are adorable. I'd be absolutely devestated if I lost Lacy. She's my world and the best dog. But I'm not blind...I know they have faults according to the standard and I know they aren't anywhere near show quality. It doesn't matter to me now because I have them and they are my babies. But I certainly won't be buying another pet quality dog from a backyard breeder again. I'm much more educated about the breed now, and I know what I'm looking for in my next yorkies...a good example of the breed is extremely important to me. It's so important to me to support reputable breeders that breed healty dogs that are good examples of the breed...it's important to me because dogs are suffering and dieing because of bad breeders, and it's important to me because I love the Yorkshire Terrier breed. And if I didn't really care what type or look of dog I wanted from now on, I'd rescue one that needed a good home...I wouldn't buy one from a backyard breeder. It's because I love my dogs and this breed so much that I won't support bad breeding anymore.

I am lucky enough to have the best of both worlds! My Tootie is a WONDERFUL bunch of 16 lbs... he has short cottony hair and the MOST BEAUTIFUL long floppy ears ever! I wouldnt trade this little boy for anything!
My Hopey, on the other hand, is a perfect little 5.5 lbs. of love! She is beautifully silver and has the perkiest little ears! This little girl is such a joy!
There is no such thing to me as imperfection in my babies. I LOVE them both, so very much!
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Since most of us think of our yorkies as our babies and love them with all our hearts, just like our children...does that mean that people should "breed" for perfection. There is no such thing as perfection.

Personally i care more about them being Healthy then perfect. IMO

I agree.

Me too and I have two healthy imperfect yorkies that I love more than anything

I usually figure if someone doesn't care about breeding to the breed standard, they probably don't care about their health too much either. The standard was created for a reason...it has the unique qualities that make a yorkie what it is. We wouldn't even have this breed if it weren't for a standard and those breeding with a goal in mind. When you start breeding dogs with faults, they get further and further away from the standard until they don't really even look like a yorkie anymore. And the standard isn't just about looks..it's about proper structure, movement, attitude, and health as well. When you compromise structure, you start getting problems like luxating patells and hip dysplasia. So the standard and health really go hand in hand.

And no, there is no perfect dog, but I admire the breeders that continue to breed the best they can.

It doesn't matter how much you paid for your yorkie, I only paid $375.00 for our little girl. And no she probably isn't show quality, but I didn't buy her for show. I bought her for me and my family to enjoy her.

Your post was so touching. ;) I'm sorry about your health issues but I'm very happy you have your precious baby to help you through this difficult time. You seem so sweet and I wish more people were like you. :)

I very much agree with you.

Thanks Taylor, you are a real sweetie.

Thank you :)

Thank you.

Thank you all.

I agree . . I have 2 wonderful furbabies that are my LIFE. One is not purebreed and the other is . .but the love I give them is equal . . . it really does not matter whether you have a pet quality, a show quality, a mix breed. .what is important is how you treat them, as I do both just like they are my very own :) . .to them, they know nothing about materials things . .all they care about really is having a wonderful parent who will love them unconditionally, the way they do to us.

Taylor, I'm sorry if you you where made to feel bad.....I know where your coming from in your absolute love and devotion for your Callie. Please don't let someone spoil the specialness of your Callie, she's your heart and soul and that is what is important....

Sometimes I think that is why I love to spend all my time with my yorkies over most people, they're there just to give love and get love and they want nothing more......

I find it sad that we sometimes define the quality of a person by their bank statement.....

Priceless Love
 

I feel the same way you can pay thousands or hundreds its makes no difference to the unconditional love you receive from your furbaby. I have 3 children 18, 15, and 12, while i love my children more than life itself, i also love my furbaby as well, i would protect her in the same manner. I hate to hear it when people say "they are just animals" what a crock, these are beings that need love and cared for like humans and i dont see them as any less of a being because they are not human. We have seen these furbabies abused and mistreated and still have love and compassion. If i could i would take 1000's of them in my home to love. They ALL are gifts from god no matter the price or pedigree.

I agree, mines not perfect. and I take another nonperfect one in again, it dont matter to me if their show quality or any thing else. , I love them all the same, and all they want is to be loved.

Taylor, that was a very well stated post. I do respect those breeders who breed to standard...after all, that's what makes a yorkie a yorkie. But if your yorkies doesn't have ears that stand(1 of mine has floppy ears) or an overbite(1 of mine has a slight underbite), I don't respect those who look down on those things and think those are valued less(not monetarily)....they(the yorkies), know nothing about that...all they want is to give unconditional love and receive it in return....

I totally agree that your post was so touching. Your post really defined what God created our precious dogs (of any breed) for. I am glad and respect that there are standards to protect our dogs from disease so that they can live with us longer. When reading your post tonight, right or wrong to those with strong opinions, that's all that sticks out as important. Bless you sweetie.

At the end of the day it's all about the love. That is what counts. I may not have a dog that conforms to the Standard, be show quality, akc registered...etc but she is mine. I love her to death and she is here to be my companion and love my family and she sure as hell does a bang up job of it.

The main thing is we love our babies and no one can tell us differently.

Callie is BEAUTIFUL!!!
 

Taylor, our babies are all perfect to each of us in their own little way!! Callie is a beautiful girl and i know she is going to be stunning in her special birthday fufu dress!! She will be a little princess!!
None of my babies are show quality. I didn't get them for that and i don't think most of us here have show quality babies!! We just all love yorkies in all their wonderful glorious unique personalities, shapes, sizes and colors. :) They are all beautiful!!
I am so happy that Callie is your companion. I know she brings you so much joy!!:hug:
HUGS! XOXOXO
Love,
Linda & PACK