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We haven't decided on a name yet....he's a male any ideas??? |
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Amen Ashley!!! my thoughts exactly! |
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To answer your question - yes a Yorkie "could" have a lot of black and still be a purebred Yorkie. Purebred really only means that they have been bred with another Yorkie and registered with the AKC or CKC. It doesn't say that they meet the "standard" that the YTCA (Yorkshire Terrier Club of America) has set for this breed. Two poorly bred Yorkies could be bred together and have AKC registered purebred Yorkies - it does not guarantee that they will be the true representation of the breed. sad... Standards are put into place so that you can recognize what the breed should look like. With so many people *mixing breeds it is starting to make it impossible to do. Not just with Yorkies. I have seen people point out what they think is a black Lab and I know it is not! People seem to think that because it's black and within a certain weight range that it is a Lab. (unfortunately dog pounds are notorious for this) There are many breeds that are black and look similar to a blk Lab. Same with the YT - many people will call a dog with some terrier in it "part Yorkie" when in fact it is not. Yes, it may have terrier in it but there are SO many other terrier breeds that it could be mixed with that it's hard to tell when you don't a "standard" used or to go by. But if they were to look up the breed "standards" they would see what the actual colors, height, weights, temperament, hair texture etc is supposed to be. *Mixing breeds change the traits - period! You can NOT tell what the dog is going to look like just by seeing their parents. You really need to go back several generations of "each side" to see what they look like. That is why it's important to know the history of your dog (pedigree) but only if you care about that. Some people don't - and I totally applaud them!!! But some people do... and that has to be respected too. Bottom line is - you're paying $800 for a puppy you really don't know much about. I doubt that the lady will give you your deposit back now - so, I guess you'll have to rack it up to experience. Hopefully you'll love and be happy with your new puppy! :) Please do NOT take that puppy before 10-12 WEEKS old. It's unfortunate that this lady has cancer etc but she needs to do the right thing by this puppy that she allowed to be born! Then she needs to spay/neuter both of her dogs. She's in no position to be breeding - accidental or not. You can look at my profile page albums for light and dark purebred Yorkies :) Perfect example of how unpredictable the Yorkshire Terrier breed has become. Good Luck & Happy New Year!!! |
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Aww thank you! I actually ended up with her by default because she had a shriek that would break windows. :eek: She still does, but I have taught her how to *talk*...so when she starts, I just look at her and tell her to talk to me...she does! She is amazingly smart and she takes care of my pups .. she actually plays the mother role. Very, very sweet and gentle! |
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Great post! Great information!! :thumbup: |
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I think it is always important to point out red flags to people. There are so many people out there looking to take advantage! |
I'm just saying - there is 11 pages of pointing out the red flags. This girl's parents have already pre-paid $400.00 towards the purchase of the puppy. It sounds like a done deal & all we can do is hope it works out. |
1 Attachment(s) Here's a picture of Yorkie pup with white on them . As adult , they are blue and tan without white . Owners are very proud of them . |
I live in BC, Canada, and researched Yorkies for 3-4 months before finding Missy. The prices here are outrageous! I got a steal of a deal when I bought Missy for $950 from a backyard breeder with NO papers. I realized that I was taking a risk buying her, but hey...what can you do when you fall in love. I also got Missy too early at 7 weeks, 3 days of age...but the breeders vet OK'ed the puppies to go, so off they went. I wasn't letting anyone else take my Missy home. I snatched her up! We had problems with low blood sugar, it was scarey. But we worked through all that, and now she's doing great. :) I think that you just have to follow your gut instinct in these types of situations. Everything felt right with Missy, so I just went for it. I guess we'll see what the future holds. |
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Just wanted to say welcome to YT...and congratulations on getting a new puppy! Winston, my boy...was very dark as a pup...also with white "twinkle toes". His body is still very dark...his face is lighter, he is now 4 years old, almost 5....I personally like the looks of the darker Yorkie. We brought him home at 8 weeks, he never had hypoglycemia as a puppy. He was a whiz to house train...totally trained the very first day. My suggestion: When you bring your puppy home, take him to where ever you WANT him to potty in the future and put him down and wait...you may have to wait awhile but he will eventually go potty...then throw a party, praise him, love on him, give him treats...what ever it takes for him to know you are pleased and happy that he went potty. He will then learn where to go...to get that same reaction. DO NOT LET HIS PAWS TOUCH YOUR FLOORS BEFORE HE HAS GONE POTTY WHERE YOU WANT HIM TO. Honest, it works! Good luck and enjoy your puppy...he needs a name!!! |
Welcome to YT! I just joined YT in October & bought both of my boys from BYB...not knowing it wasn't a good thing to do. HOWEVER, they are both wonderful dogs. The smallest one has a collapsed trachea but is doing great, the bigger one doesn't have any problems. I'm anxious to see pics of your new family addition. Then maybe we can help you with a name! PS - I WISH my French was as good as your English! |
Vickii, I am feeling bad for you with all of the pushing that you are getting from people on here. After all you were only inquiring about information that you wanted to know. You did not want your breeder condemed and put down. Most people on this forum think that your have to be perfect . People do make mistakes and shouldnt be critized for it. Don't judge!! I do agree that 6 wks is young to get your puppy. Here in my state it is illigal to sell a puppy before 8 wks of age. Not everyone has the right answers. Not every one is an expert, like they would lead you to believe. Just take the good advise and leave the critis to them self. Good luck with your puppy . Know that there are some good advise on this forum just pick and choose. |
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ps: how did you know i was french?...lol...and it takes practice practice practice...haha |
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"Breeders fit into categories and like any business there are levels of desirability. There are the high profile professionals, those who exhibit and advertise regularly being dedicated fanciers, and then there are the “Mom and Pop” breeders who have litters just a few times also known as “back yard breeders (BYBs)”. " I'm not sure there are enough professional breeders to meet the demand for Yorkies. There are also pet stores, brokers, & puppy mills below the above pecking order. |
I got my Brandy at 6 weeks from a BYB. I didn't know any better and didn't discover this web site until after I got her. She is a great little dog with no health problems so I guess I got lucky. One thing to consider though, the breeder is avoiding vet costs by giving you the puppy so young. A dog that leaves the mom at 12 weeks has most likely had all its shots. This 6 week old puppy will still need all its shots so the couple hundred bucks saved by buying from an inexperienced BYB will quickly be spent getting it's shots anyway. Basically I'm saying that this $800 puppy could cost more with the additional vet expenses even if it has no issues than a $1200 12 week old puppy purchased from an experienced breeder. My little Brandy worked out fine and I wouldn't trade her for the world but had I known then what I know now I would have done things a bit differently. |
well shes bringing him to one of his shots right before we get him...she said she was going to bring him to the vet before she gives him to us |
White on yorkies One of the parents carries the tri colored, or Parti yorky gene... not a big deal, most white will fade by the time the puppy is 6 months old... funny I paid BIG money to get the parti gene.. lol |
A lil more... on white Yorkies Tri colored Yorkies are black and Gold, so most likely you will have a black and gold pup :) If the sire had white on him, you got a parti carrier puppy. No big deal, as I said I paid big bucks for my carriers and Partis. I also agree that 6 weeks is too young, but sounds like you have experience in getting pups that young, so you'll know what to do. |
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All the best. |
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The best way to get info on your new little addition is to do just as you are...Ask questions and read as much as you can before you bring your baby home. Like I said before you are taking the first step to being a responsible yorkie owner. There are so many wonderful people here that can give you great advice! Take the good, the bad and maybe the ugly and learn from it... I personally think that this little guy will have a wonderful home with you! I can't wait for you to post pictures... |
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