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07-17-2009, 01:54 PM | #1 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA.
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| Breeders... I'm a little frustrated. I have run into two really nice breeders that live by me and one who acted insulted by me asking questions. This one particular breeder said "you are reading off a list of questions aren't you". I told her I was because I couldn't remember them all off the top of my head. She began to say that because of her years of experience in breeding I had nothing to worry about but because of my inexperience she new I had to ask those questions. Seriously, why would you act like the buyer is completely stupid because they want to know more about you, the breeder. Ughhh. Maybe she was having an off day but just because of it I was turned away. Why would I want to deal with someone that acts annoyed by my questions and cuts me off in mid sentence? But again, I have spoken too two really nice breeders that I actually met here on the board. They both answered every question I had and even gave me more information to take into consideration. So I am happy Has anyone else run into this with breeders?
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07-17-2009, 02:03 PM | #2 |
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| the breeder should be happy to answer your questions. The thing that gets me is when people read off a list of questions to me but seem to get offended when i start asking my own questions of them. Run away tho from a breeder that acts like he/she doesn't want to be bothered. have you found yourpuppy yet? |
07-17-2009, 02:05 PM | #3 |
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| Just because a breeder has bred dogs a long time does not necessarily mean their breeding standards are those that you are looking four. Some breeders don't want to answer questions because they have things to hide. It works both ways though, I have had people call me looking for a pup and they get very offended when I start asking them a lot of questions. I think you are better off dealing with a breeder that is more than willing to answer all your question and also ask you a lot of questions. |
07-17-2009, 02:12 PM | #4 |
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| I agree. I want the breeder to ask me questions as well. It makes me feel that they care where their puppies are coming home too. We are actually waiting to hear back from the two breeders we found to be helpful. Once we hear back from them, my family and I will go out to the breeders location to meet the breeder, the momma and pups. We are excited and have our fingers crossed!
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07-17-2009, 02:44 PM | #5 |
YT Addict | good luck, there is good breeders out there. Breeders have to understand it is just questions,+ they may have had off days. everyone has bad days, I know I have. I try to answer all the question people ask of me, but some times people has read so much about bad breeders that think most all are bad. I can hear it in the tone that they are talking down to me think I am one of those breeders. I had one lady tell me over the phone if she got here and it was some puppy mill she would never buy from me. She was very ugly, I told her that was fine, to please come out take a look and see what she thought. When she drove up I could see her face,(I could not wait to show her there is good breeders too) she fault readly bad and the 1st thing she did was say how sorry she was for taking to me like that. That I had a very nice home, my dogs was gorgeous, and so was the puppies. She then went on to tell me that she had already had been to 3 other breeders and when you steped in their house all you could smell is Dog "P". I did understand I have been there before. What I am trying to say is sometimes breeders get talked down to also, (not to say you did) maybe she has being breeding for too long and the heart and fun is gone. I am glad you found a good breeder, good luck. |
07-17-2009, 04:17 PM | #6 |
Luv my 7 Furkids Donating Member | your should ask lots of questions and visa versa. I remember when it came time for me to sell Kalani's pups, a couple came to visit that had never owned a dog before, let alone know anything about yorkies. They asked a million questions and to be honest, I answered rather negatively because I was unsure of them too. I made a big deal of everything hair, vet bills, you name it. Told them they shouldnt believe just me, they should get online do research, call breeders etc etc. They visited my home 3 times. When they called to say they wanted her, they had made a solid decision knowing all facts, that really impressed me. I have to say, I love them, they visit and email, he is a dr. and she a dr. assist. Sadie (the pup) is sooooo loved. She goes to Ricks office everyday and is totally spoiled to say the least. Ask your questions, you deserve to have all answers for that special match..... |
07-17-2009, 04:39 PM | #7 |
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| If a breeder is feeling insulted it's because they aren't comfortable with what you are asking. A breeder should be very willing and open with your questions and the conversation is a two way street. There are key questions that I ask a potential new owner before I allow the conversation to continue. I never let a potential new owner know whether or not I have puppies (usually I don't at the time of a call). Once I feel comfortable with what I'm hearing we continue getting to know each other.
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07-17-2009, 04:48 PM | #8 |
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| When someone calls me about buying a puppy and after talking with them awhile, if I feel they would not make a good home for my puppy it can get a little awkward. Some people would get pretty mad when I would tell them I would not sell them a puppy. Each breeder has their own ideals of what type of home they want their pups to go to and I have a problem with selling pups to people that work all day or people that have small children. I am not saying I would never sell to those type of people but I talk to them a long time. If someone works but comes home at lunch or has a spouse that comes home then that is acceptable to me. If someone has small children but has had small dogs before and they are familiar with yorkies then I would be okay with selling them a pup if I feel they are a suitable home. My husband always fusses at me for asking so many questions. |
07-17-2009, 05:34 PM | #9 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA.
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| I really didn't think asking the breeder "Do you health screen" was a bad question what so ever. She really did take offense to it. Oh I also asked "Have you ever had any genetic problems arise". Wow, that's when she cut me off and said "let me tell you about me". So that's when she started saying she had years of experience and I had nothing to worry about. That scared me away. I answered every question she asked me and was fine with it. The other two breeders asked questions as well. They never once cut me off. Like I said, she may be a very nice lady and was having an off day... but she really made me frustrated. True, I have never owned a Yorkie (which she didn't ask me once) but does that mean I'm not capable of caring for one properly? One reason my husband is in the living room telling me I need to spend time with him then be on here is because I'm doing as much research as possible and I'm not in any hurry to buy a pup. I just want to find a good breeder and now they are the real deal before the time comes. It may not be until next year we find a pup that is willing to have us as their family. I'm ok with that. But until then, I will be researching away You guys are really great! You all have been so helpful. Thank you!
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07-17-2009, 10:17 PM | #10 |
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| Here is what i think: The only stupid or insulting question is the one not asked, answered and clarified !!! I can not imagine why someone who rand raise their puppies would not be interested in listening to questions a prospective owner may have... And i also would assume that she would have her list of questions to be asked too??? When the right moment and the right breeder comes you will get the right puppy for you !!! Blessings !
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