Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 2541170)

If people can afford it, I always recommend they go to a YTCA breeder, this is the mother club of the AKC, and sets the standard. These breeders are show breeders, (not all show breeders are members), but they also believe in breeding healthy dogs, because they are developing a "line" and will not be in and out of the breeding business. They have the highest ethics, and are actually trying to improve the breed, and are not in the business of "selling dogs." A champion in the line means that the dog's relative met standard, and was an excellent example of the breed, and the offspring has a high chance of meeting standard if both parents were good examples of the breed. Not every champion produces champions, but there is a higher probability their offspring will indeed look like yorkies.

Show breeder's prices are higher than non-show breeders' prices, but they actually make less, and many don't even break even because the cost of showing is very expensive. Showing is not a frivolous thing though; it's the way for others to judge your breeding stock, with an unemotional eye. As owners, we always think our dogs are perfect, but some should not be bred. Right now, there is a tremendous surplus of dogs, and only the best, conforming to standard, and healthiest should be breed. I think of it not so much as buying a dog, but showing monetary support for a breeder whose breeding program meets your approval. I'm not saying every member of the YTCA is perfect, but your odds of getting a healthy dog that looks, and acts like a yorkie are greatly increased. The really hard part of getting a dog from a YTCA member is proving that you will be a fit mother! :D

I checked the YTCA list and Sheri L. Clark is a member, personally I think this is a great price. Here's the link: Yorkshire Terrier Club of America About The Club . So many people get dogs from byb's, and one leg surgery is more than that. I also recommend registering your dog with the AKC for many reasons, but mainly I believe in supporting the AKC because they are the only registry that does routine unannounced kennel inspections and this will help get rid of puppy mills.

Originally Posted by mscat (Post 2541617)

Your doing all the right things :) Nancy is brillant as well , and knows so much. I beleive you have already found a wonderful breeder. That is the most difficult part! your already almost through ! Have fun choosing your new baby! I can't wait to see pictures soon ! :aimeeyork

Originally Posted by amandawash (Post 2541835)

Wow! All I have to say is that is incredibly refreshing to hear from a first-time yorkie buyer that they are looking into purchasing a puppy from a truly reputable breeder.

Good job and welcome to YorkieTalk!!!

Originally Posted by sailyn (Post 2540876)

thank you!!! i replied to your message but im not sure where it went! anyways, i am looking for a "pet quality" dog. i dont plan to show or breed.

Originally Posted by Marilize (Post 2541251)

You mentioned that you just want a puppy as a pet. So, why then are you planning to pay for a show dog? I think that you know what you want and what you need, so why not keep looking and find a pet quality puppy. You end up paying less and then you can spend the money on the pup and buy loads of treats and toys :)

Disclaimer: I am not saying, in any way, that a show dog isn't a great buy. I am sure that there are loads of people (myself included) that would love to have a dog with so many CHs in the bloodline, but I just figure that if you are not going to show, why pay the extra moola?