I need help!

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by roxies_mom

I thought I'd throw out there that there actually are some new DNA tests to determine a dogs blood line. My sister in law who worked as a vet tech and is now working as a groomer has 2 yorkies and a rescue dog. The rescue dog is a fabulous dog. For what that dog had been through his temperament is amazing. He's the most laid back loving dog I've ever seen. Everyone that comes into the house wants to scoop him up and take him home. It leaves everyone curious to what exactly is making him up to be what he is....I'm sure it's a combination of what he's been through but you have to wonder about his genetics. So my sister in law is thinking of having the DNA done. I'm not sure how accurate it is but they do offer it now.

The blood test is very accurate! It is a bit more than the swab...but that one is not accurate. I paid $125 for a test on one of mine. Not because I wanted a purebred, but because I wanted to know exactly what she was..I was so fascinated with her! Smartest pup in my home! She is a yorkie, border terrier, maltese mix! And after getting those results they did fit!

[roxies_mom]

With Roxie we had a health guarantee but it was only for a certain period of time. She had gotten sick before that but there was no way I was taking her back. I nursed her back to health with good vet care. Sometimes you see a puppy and it's love at first site. I should have demanded half of my money back (live and learn) at least. But I was so caught up in the moment of getting her well that the last thing I was thinking about was all of that other stuff.

[roxies_mom]

Originally Posted by ladyjane

The blood test is very accurate! It is a bit more than the swab...but that one is not accurate. I paid $125 for a test on one of mine. Not because I wanted a purebred, but because I wanted to know exactly what she was..I was so fascinated with her! Smartest pup in my home! She is a yorkie, border terrier, maltese mix! And after getting those results they did fit!

That's why my sister in law wants to have it done is simply because this dog is such a fascination. I've told her that it would be great to find out what he is and start a new breed.

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by roxies_mom

That's why my sister in law wants to have it done is simply because this dog is such a fascination. I've told her that it would be great to find out what he is and start a new breed.

Well..I don't know about starting any new breeds...yikes! But...it really is fascinating! Cookie came to me from a shelter...I always felt she was either a mix or just not well bred. She is amazingly intelligent and quite the character. We nicknamed her Cookie Monster!
She looks like a yorkie. Weighs about 13 pounds...has a wiry, curly coat. Docked tail...Heaven only knows why!
She is adorable...has hair that sticks out all over and droops off of her ears.
Here is her pic:

[vickii-116]

the puppy was big in the mom...and he's just 2 weeks and he's already STARTING to walk

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by vickii-116

the puppy was big in the mom...and he's just 2 weeks and he's already STARTING to walk

I strongly suggest you Google weaning of puppies!

[Julie1760]

I know you can't wait to get him home. I would see if you can go and visit from time to time before he comes home. That way you can see him as he grows and maybe take some pictures. Make sure you do all the research you can. You are off to a good start by coming here. Make sure you plan on feeding him a good quality dog food. Look for a food with out corn, wheat or soy. Something without by-products. Have your parents start looking at dog food that is available and read ingredients. Hopefully you'll get off to a good start with your new puppy.


Good luck!!!

[Ashley V]

Originally Posted by vickii-116

she got her 2 yorkies at 6 weeks....and she didnt have problems...we got our other dogs at 6 weeks also

Originally Posted by vickii-116

the female is 6 years old....the family that had her for 5 years left her outside

Originally Posted by vickii-116

she got the dad from a breeder a couple of weeks before she got the female

Unless I really misunderstood, at first you said she got her yorkies at 6 weeks old, but in there posts you said the female was with a family for 5 years and that she got the male a couple weeks before the female. Something isn't adding up.

[GeorgiaOnMyMind]

Originally Posted by ladyjane

Well..I don't know about starting any new breeds...yikes! But...it really is fascinating! Cookie came to me from a shelter...I always felt she was either a mix or just not well bred. She is amazingly intelligent and quite the character. We nicknamed her Cookie Monster!
She looks like a yorkie. Weighs about 13 pounds...has a wiry, curly coat. Docked tail...Heaven only knows why!
She is adorable...has hair that sticks out all over and droops off of her ears.
Here is her pic:
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Uhhh LadyJane, this is so totally off topic but I just have to tell you that for me it's "love at first site" with Ms. Cookie Monster. OHHHH MY... to be able to look into those eyes every morning waking up....yeah, I'd make DH give up his side of the bed or at least scoot over. How fortunate and blessed you are! Just absolutely stunning, she is!

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by vickii-116

she cant be a puppy mill cuz shes not a breeder....she only has 2 dogs and she doesnt force them to breed....it just happened..like my grandma ....her dog had puppies....and shes not a breeder

Here is my take on this puppy. No this woman is not a breeder or puppy mill BUT she is irresponsible. She had a male and female that have not been altered, she let them be together while the female was in heat~BAM PUPPIES! This is no better than a BYB or puppymill. Irresponsible is not an excuse. There are very few yorkies that are considered breeding standard. This is why there are so many yorkies that are all over the board when it comes to size, color and health issues etc.

I am guessing but you sound like a young girl who went along with your mom to look at a puppy so really this puppy isn't even your decision. From what I read your mom sounds like she has made up her mind to pruchase this puppy. It does not sound like you have not done a lot of research on purchasing a puppy other than the price or you would be able to answer all of these questions without doubt. Looking at a few pictures on line or deciding to just ask the vet afterward if not how to look for a puppy.

I personally would not give this woman $800 just because she let her dogs have a litter. I also believe in spay and neutering all my animals. It sounds like that is not the case in your family. If you do decided to bring this puppy home I do hope you plan to neuter so there are no accident at your home as well.

There are a lot of people that say they are breeders and spout about breed standard blah blah. IMO just because you go to a someone that has multiple litters does not guarantee you anything. There are plenty of people right here on YT that ended up with 11 lb or larger yorkies, various health issues and not able to collect on a health guarantees. Anyone can talk the talk but many are not able to walk the walk when the time comes. There are many, many posts about just this subjects if you do a search. It's all just a roll of the dice for the majority of people who purchase unless you really know someone's breeding program long term. If this was regulated better there wouldn't be so many unwanted animals in shelters and they are the lucky ones.

[vickii-116]

She has 3dogs...I thought the other one was the mom before but I asked my mom and she isn't.... The other one was fixed also bcz of health problems...and the dads weight is 3 and the mom 5 I saw both parents also....I'd those tiny dogs get an 11 pup something is deffinitely wrong

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by vickii-116

She has 3dogs...I thought the other one was the mom before but I asked my mom and she isn't.... The other one was fixed also bcz of health problems...and the dads weight is 3 and the mom 5 I saw both parents also....I'd those tiny dogs get an 11 pup something is deffinitely wrong

Just the same way a 5 ft 100 lb woman ends up with a line backer! Genetics

[Tnyorkiemom]

Vickie...let me say im very proud of you for coming on this forum and asking questions...you have already seen that some are very concerned about yorkies...some say it nice some dont....

congrats on your new addition....and you will have lots of great memories with him....i may have missed this....but what is his name gonna be?

i didnt even really know what a yorkie was when i got Smokey almost 2 years ago...so dont worry...just read....there are lots of great info on the internet...

not sure if you found out if he is staying there till he is at least 8-10 weeks or not....if not ....please dont let him around the other dogs in your home till he is a little older...he could get sick from them even if they dont act sick..cause they are older and their bodies can handle things that at that young of an age he would not be able to handle....on that note: get some light karo syrup...these widdle guys do have low blood sugar problems from time to time...if you see him getting a little shaky or not acting his normal active self...put a little on the end of your finger and make him lick it off....that will be enough to get him through it...........

get pee pads................and leave them down long enough for him to smell his business on it..that way he will keep going on them.......

if you are getting him really early...then you need to either put a ticking clock in with him or find a toy that has a heartbeat sound in it...that way he feels like someone is with him and he dont feel too lonely......

play with him alot when you are awake...the more attention you give him the faster he will addjust to his new home......

please feel free to pm me at anytime...if i can help in anyway i will be more than happy to

again congrats on your soon to be new addition to your family

[vickii-116]

oh well...if it's a bigger dog it won't matter...LOL our last dog was big for his kind

[vickii-116]

and no worries...we don't have another dog ..he'll have all the attention