Decent price for Yorkies

[zoeybear]

Zoeybear was about 1,000 less than Baby Chloe. I guess it depends on what you are looking for. Health is obviously most important. Do you want a Yorkie that looks like a show dog, or are you willing to accept a lot of flaws? Zoeybear is def. not show quality, but she is cute as a bug and I wouldn't trade her for the world, she was however less expensive.

[RONLYNN]

Well I paid $2,400 for Teddi but I am in California. I think that a fair price would be about from $1,200 to $1,600. But there are so many factors and I think you get what you pay for. I personally would not buy a yorkie for under $1,000 because it would make me question the breeder but you have to go with your gut.

[Misti1]

I honestly don't think that the issue is what any of us individually paid for our Yorkies....also, the member who started this post should not look for one definitive price answer.

When it comes to Yorkies I don't think the phrase "You get what you pay for" exactly applies in all cases. Some people with poorer quality animals will ask a high price still, and sometimes get it. Greed prevails.

I think a true breeder who does it right, is worth the money they charge, as they have great expenses producing this puppy and maintaining the business PERIOD.

Location also means a lot as to how much you will pay.

I make wedding cakes, and some brides want a Platinum Wedding cake, at Memphis prices (GOd I wish they would take that show off of cable).

A cake I make here for 400.00 will cost 1,500.oo in say LA, New York, Atlanta.

When you take all of the factors into account involved in pricing a yorkie, I think that you have two choices. Buy it , or leave it there.

[manolos mom]

As to the quote above where there are dogs for $6,500 - $10K?? WHOA. I mean - are they parented by Westminster and Crufts winners? I mean, come on!! That is out of control. This whole business is out of control.

This would be Jeff Dane and sorry to say he is from Texas. He lives and Breeds about 45 minutes from me. I feel like going by to act like I want one of his sick puppies. Just to check on them and report him if his facilities are dirty. VERY OVER PRICED and yes some breeders are greedy but not all...

[Amazing Yorkies]

The fastest way I have found to "weed" out breeders was ask what background, lines or pedigree they have. Most will say.. uhhh they're registered.. Lets me know immediately that they have not done the research or testing and they certainly aren't looking to breed quality. The background gives us an idea of any defects that line might carry, as well as the quality
It drives me crazy to see someone selling sickly looking puppies for so much money, and their guarantees only protect themselves.. not the puppy or the new owner!
So it is buyer beware.. Ask lots of questions about health, guarantees, backgrounds, etc. Breeders should be happy to help you in any way they can!
BTW I have to agree with Bama about the 2 breeder's mentioned. Personally I'd be leary. 8 weeks is too young too!

[CupofDog]

Originally Posted by manolos mom

This would be Jeff Dane and sorry to say he is from Texas. He lives and Breeds about 45 minutes from me. I feel like going by to act like I want one of his sick puppies. Just to check on them and report him if his facilities are dirty. VERY OVER PRICED and yes some breeders are greedy but not all...

DO IT. I want to know what at $10,000 puppy has. And when you report him, let us know!

And I agree - you can tell when a breeder knows their dogs. Thats the best indicator of quality - not price. though good breeders aren't always cheap, this isn't a purchase to skimp on.

[yorkieisme]

I think a decent price is what you are willing to pay for it.....and where the baby will come from. I will not spend 1,000 on a puppy that does not have champion lines in the first generation. I would buy from a show home again, but that has to do with my experience with Chino's breeder. No I did not buy Chino for $1000, I bought him for his medical needs (neuter, shots, etc.) But I would buy from Dana again for her going price of her puppies at that time. If she is charging $1 to $2000.00 it is all about the breeder and how well you feel toward her. I never once second guess Dana and her breeding program and when I met her in person she was even better. Its really a judgement call that we cannot make for you, so good luck on finding that perfect yorkie, you will be surprised when you hold out and keep looking.

[manolos mom]

I do like Pat Estes and I have seen first hand his home. This is where we got Manolo and his health is fine, he is just small. I like the idea he wont send the dog alone on a plane but carries them and sits with them on their flight. He is a flight attendant. Now Jeff Dane is another story....

[CupofDog]

Originally Posted by manolos mom

I do like Pat Estes and I have seen first hand his home. This is where we got Manolo and his health is fine, he is just small. I like the idea he wont send the dog alone on a plane but carries them and sits with them on their flight. He is a flight attendant. Now Jeff Dane is another story....

I just went to Mr. Dane's disgusting website. He actually compared the AKC and the ACA to Ford and Chevy. Um, so are the dogs he is selling soul-less trucks??? He doesn't even try to hide who he is and what he is doing. I am outraged. The poor babies...

I guess thats a great example of what NOT to look for in a breeder, huh? UGH.

[manolos mom]

He has them pilled in his garage cages on top of cages and it was dirty. Dont know if he has cleaned up his act but his website is Gross and cheap....No taste...And yes those pups are tiny and sick...and very very expensive......

[Bhikku]

I got my pup for $350. He's beautiful, healthy, and was raised underfoot in a loving home. I think $1000+ dollars for a dog is a little ridiculous unless you're looking for show quality.

For some peoples , even a free [COLOR=green! important][COLOR=green! important]puppy[/COLOR][/COLOR] is too high to pay . Most peoples paying lower prices for a pup will breed them and ask higher prices for them .

I think this is a really big over-generalization. Most people paying a lower price for a pup simply can't afford an expensive one. I don't know a single person who could comfortably afford to buy a $1500 purebred puppy and pay for all the stuff you need to buy when you get a new dog (shots, kennel, food, etc...)

I'm a single person straight out of college. I could never afford to throw down 2K on a yorkie, or anything else for that matter.

[yorkieisme]

Originally Posted by Bhikku

I got my pup for $350. He's beautiful, healthy, and was raised underfoot in a loving home. I think $1000+ dollars for a dog is a little ridiculous unless you're looking for show quality.



I think this is a really big over-generalization. Most people paying a lower price for a pup simply can't afford an expensive one. I don't know a single person who could comfortably afford to buy a $1500 purebred puppy and pay for all the stuff you need to buy when you get a new dog (shots, kennel, food, etc...)

I'm a single person straight out of college. I could never afford to throw down 2K on a yorkie, or anything else for that matter.

I agree with you on this.....and I feel that the poster was wrong in stating something like this. That was not fair to the people who cannot afford one, or choose not to pay a higher price for one. Some people can just be tight with a dollar.I know I am.

[desaree]

I completely agree with you! if you can afford $1000+ for a Yorkie then by all means go right ahead. Just because someone paid $1000-2000 more then I did for my puppy doesn't mean its better. The most important thing I found you look for is what kind of breeder the puppy is coming from. How clean is the environment they are in and make sure by all means you see the parents! Find out if there are any health problems etc... Im a first time Yorkie owner and may have paid too much for Daisy, but I will never regret my decision. I only paid $600 for her, and when I say that may have been a bit much its because I did not get any papers for her. But I wasnt looking for a show quality puppy,or a female to breed, if that was the case then I would expect to pay that price.

Originally Posted by Bhikku

I got my pup for $350. He's beautiful, healthy, and was raised underfoot in a loving home. I think $1000+ dollars for a dog is a little ridiculous unless you're looking for show quality.



I think this is a really big over-generalization. Most people paying a lower price for a pup simply can't afford an expensive one. I don't know a single person who could comfortably afford to buy a $1500 purebred puppy and pay for all the stuff you need to buy when you get a new dog (shots, kennel, food, etc...)

I'm a single person straight out of college. I could never afford to throw down 2K on a yorkie, or anything else for that matter.

[hoagiesmom]

Usually the smaller full-grown, the more expensive. You should be able to get a 4 lb male for $900 and female $1000. Tiny yorkies are more prone to health problems. They are absolutely the best breed, but do read up on the web before purchase. You will find a lot of useful info. Also, I would suggest you get your pup locally as either a flight or long delivery time can stress them out. (My female who came from up north still gets stressed riding and my male that I got locally loves to ride! Good luck

[bchgirl]

For those interested....do a quick search...Jeff Dane has been discussed many times here...unfortunately for years.

Jeff Dane aside....cost is at the bottom of my list of criteria for chosing a breeder. I'm much more concerned with their breeding program.