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Mardelin · 10-06-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JeanieK

If you ever got an older one you would realize that this statement is wrong. mine do not chew fingers.

the question is, now that you have been informed, why do you sell them that young?

You are so right, if a mother has been given enough time to teach and the breeder has done their job, puppies do not chew fingers, at least mine don't when they leave my home.

BamaFan121s · 10-06-2009, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by JeanieK

Why do you let them go that early? Is it to avoid the work?

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Originally Posted by JeanieK

the question is, now that you have been informed, why do you sell them that young?

Is the member a breeder letting them go that young?

If so I missed that..I just thought she was relaying her own experience of getting one that young, not that she was a breeder herself. (Did I miss something?)

But, you are right and bringing up a point I touched on earlier: Once one does "know better", do you still release / take them when you know it is 'too early.'

That was my concern--that people were inadvertantly being advised that it was OK because of one experience where 'nothing (major) went wrong.'

JeanieK · 10-06-2009, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Is the member a breeder letting them go that young?

If so I missed that..I just thought she was relaying her own experience of getting one that young, not that she was a breeder herself. (Did I miss something?)

But, you are right and bringing up a point I touched on earlier: Once one does "know better", do you still release / take them when you know it is 'too early.'

That was my concern--that people were inadvertantly being advised that it was OK because of one experience where 'nothing (major) went wrong.'

Sorry I got that person mixed up with the one who says she sells hers at 8 weeks.

My appologies to RachelandSadie.

RachelandSadie · 10-09-2009, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by JeanieK

Sorry I got that person mixed up with the one who says she sells hers at 8 weeks.

My appologies to RachelandSadie.

no worries here, i don't breed and don't plan to, and yes the breeder we got Sadie from was irresponsible and i took a huge blind risk with her. i would defin. go see the facility that the breeder has if i had it to do all over again...that was the biggest mistake i made. we haven't had any troubles, i took a leap of blind faith and trust that the breeder that i met in person before getting Sadie was being honest and good with me...and i still communicate with him. he's from south MO, they are kinda a little bit hillbilly down there and so it's not that he means to be irresponsible he's jut not so smart...anyways that's another point entirely...

Sadie is doing great, but i wouldn't take the risk of another BYB again especially not if i can't go see their facility...and i wouldn't get one this young again either because they can be taught, but it's a lot harder to do than if their mama does it for you!!

Cerise · 10-09-2009, 01:12 PM

Here in Texas most people (not reputable breeders) who breed their dogs and call themselves "breeders" sell them at 8 weeks old. Like it or not it's the norm and sometimes they let them go even a week or so younger. Just click on any online classified-ad section in any major city paper and you will see puppies being sold at 8 weeks old. Or go online and search for Yorkies (or other breeds) for sell in Texas, it's madness with all the ads. Most people are ignorant to what age a puppy should be sent to their new home, or who to trust when looking for a good breeder. Most of these pop breeders say that they are ready to go as soon as they are weaned from their mothers and eating kibble. But they do tell people not to take them out and about until they are pass 3 months old and had shots, because of Parvo. Yes this is crazy and causes problems, and some get lucky and have none, but it's so sad for those who do.

JeanieK · 10-09-2009, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Cerise

Here in Texas most people (not reputable breeders) who breed their dogs and call themselves "breeders" sell them at 8 weeks old. Like it or not it's the norm and sometimes they let them go even a week or so younger. Just click on any online classified-ad section in any major city paper and you will see puppies being sold at 8 weeks old. Or go online and search for Yorkies (or other breeds) for sell in Texas, it's madness with all the ads. Most people are ignorant to what age a puppy should be sent to their new home, or who to trust when looking for a good breeder. Most of these pop breeders say that they are ready to go as soon as they are weaned from their mothers and eating kibble. But they do tell people not to take them out and about until they are pass 3 months old and had shots, because of Parvo. Yes this is crazy and causes problems, and some get lucky and have none, but it's so sad for those who do.

Yes it is sad because the interaction between the moms and the babies is just amazing.

DaisyMom · 10-09-2009, 02:31 PM

I understand how hard it is to walk away from a puppy when you have fallen in love, but my advice would be to consider how LONG that puppy will be an important part of your life; it is such an emotional and time commitment! Are you prepared to roll the dice?

This might seem silly if I said it to a non-Yorkie person, but (as a 2 time Yorkie owner with a new puppy right now) I think that bringing home this special family member is one of the most important decisions you can make for the next 10-15-20ish years. I do understand that Yorkies are first and foremost 'dogs,' but because of their size and associated care they become very child-like for many of us.

I applaud anyone who takes the time to ask questions, do research, and approach the decision to adopt.....particularly before the puppy has reached 12+ weeks.....very seriously.

Best wishes as you struggle with this decision.

JeanieK · 10-09-2009, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by DaisyMom

I understand how hard it is to walk away from a puppy when you have fallen in love, but my advice would be to consider how LONG that puppy will be an important part of your life; it is such an emotional and time commitment! Are you prepared to roll the dice?

This might seem silly if I said it to a non-Yorkie person, but (as a 2 time Yorkie owner with a new puppy right now) I think that bringing home this special family member is one of the most important decisions you can make for the next 10-15-20ish years. I do understand that Yorkies are first and foremost 'dogs,' but because of their size and associated care they become very child-like for many of us.

I applaud anyone who takes the time to ask questions, do research, and approach the decision to adopt.....particularly before the puppy has reached 12+ weeks.....very seriously.

Best wishes as you struggle with this decision.

That is very good advice. Yorikie pupp;ies are more like infants. they need much more care and vigilance than large breed puppies.

manolos mom · 10-09-2009, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie

it might be a bad breeder, but that doesn't always mean the puppy won't be okay or turn out alright. it is a risk to take, but having taken that risk and had no issues other than mouthing and biting some and having to teach her the hard way not to do so, we've had NO issues with her and she's perfect

once again totally up to you.

Hello, just want to complement you. Wow, you have changed and have done your homework. Rachel, I am so proud of you. I hope you will help someone trying to buy a puppymill dog and stop this cycle. You go girl.....

10-09-2009, 01:12 PM	#35
Cerise Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,601	Here in Texas most people (not reputable breeders) who breed their dogs and call themselves "breeders" sell them at 8 weeks old. Like it or not it's the norm and sometimes they let them go even a week or so younger. Just click on any online classified-ad section in any major city paper and you will see puppies being sold at 8 weeks old. Or go online and search for Yorkies (or other breeds) for sell in Texas, it's madness with all the ads. Most people are ignorant to what age a puppy should be sent to their new home, or who to trust when looking for a good breeder. Most of these pop breeders say that they are ready to go as soon as they are weaned from their mothers and eating kibble. But they do tell people not to take them out and about until they are pass 3 months old and had shots, because of Parvo. Yes this is crazy and causes problems, and some get lucky and have none, but it's so sad for those who do. Last edited by Cerise; 10-09-2009 at 01:14 PM.

10-09-2009, 02:31 PM	#37
DaisyMom Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Kansas City Posts: 273	I understand how hard it is to walk away from a puppy when you have fallen in love, but my advice would be to consider how LONG that puppy will be an important part of your life; it is such an emotional and time commitment! Are you prepared to roll the dice? This might seem silly if I said it to a non-Yorkie person, but (as a 2 time Yorkie owner with a new puppy right now) I think that bringing home this special family member is one of the most important decisions you can make for the next 10-15-20ish years. I do understand that Yorkies are first and foremost 'dogs,' but because of their size and associated care they become very child-like for many of us. I applaud anyone who takes the time to ask questions, do research, and approach the decision to adopt.....particularly before the puppy has reached 12+ weeks.....very seriously. Best wishes as you struggle with this decision.