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lmperez · 12-04-2009, 10:11 PM

I posted here before about Lacey.. Dog adopted from animal shelter and surprised weeks later to find out she was pregnant with four puppies..

Never wanting to add to the over population of dogs I felt terrible about our situation but had to make the best of it. I did research and had the wonderful suppport of everyone her on YT.

l Made through the pregnancy, the delivery and the weeks that followed. I think the hardest part for me has been placing the puppies. They have been so much fun and became such a big part of my life that it is hard to let them go. I look into those tiny little trusting eyes and I feel so responsible for their wellbeing. It is so heartwrenching to think of them being cold or hungry or tossed aside. I had to turn sommeone down this evening after I originally said yes. Somethings just did not sit right with me and the more I thought about it I got a knot in my stomach. I called the people back and asked more questions and they continued to dance around the answers and did not really answer them. I told them I was not comfortable with alowing my baby to be released to them and I had changed my mind. I think they were upset but I felt I had no choice. They were going to put him outside when they were not home with two large dogs.

I expect him to stay around 10 lbs and their other two dogs are 35 lbs and 50lbs.
I don't know how all you that do breed do this on a regular basis. It is killing me!

Hats off to all you breeders for having the courage and the strength to do what you do. As for me I will enjoy my babies and leave the breeding to the professionals

Thank you!!!

JoshieBoy · 12-05-2009, 02:51 AM

I am glad that this community supported you through your dog's pregnancy. I am happy that your dog and puppies are healthy. I love that this forum has reputable breeders that produce healthy dogs that match the breed's standard. Reading threads that explain how hard reputable breeder work made me appreciate good breeders even more. I like that you are taking your time to find the right owners for your puppies. I agree with your decision not to give a puppy to an owner that wants the puppy to be outside for long periods without supervision. I believe that Yorkies should be inside dogs. With your dedication, I know you will find the right home for your precious puppies. Your right, breeding should be left to the professionals.

Sweet Apple · 12-05-2009, 05:02 AM

How wonderful of you to see your circumstances through, and do what is best for the mother, you adopted, and the surprise package that came w/her...My previous "best friend", before my little yorkies, was an English Mastiff, from a reputable breeder, and I had to sign a contract, w/one of the stipulations being that she would be an indoor dog (there were others, I just thought this was very important to this breed)..They have two coats, not one, so the summer heat would be unbearable for them...She never spent a day of her life, outdoors, unless the weather was suitable for her...I had always planned to breed her, and her parents were certified hip dysplasia clear (one good, one excellent)...However, at her 18 month xray, she showed hip dysplasia...I had her spayed immediately (and I didn't send her back for a refund, I could have, based on the contract..)...It's what you do when you commit to a life-time of care for a pet;you keep them for a lifetime...Hats off to you and your loving and wise choices!!!!

12-04-2009, 10:11 PM	#1
lmperez YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: USA Posts: 600	New respect for breeders... Hats off to you all I posted here before about Lacey.. Dog adopted from animal shelter and surprised weeks later to find out she was pregnant with four puppies.. Never wanting to add to the over population of dogs I felt terrible about our situation but had to make the best of it. I did research and had the wonderful suppport of everyone her on YT. l Made through the pregnancy, the delivery and the weeks that followed. I think the hardest part for me has been placing the puppies. They have been so much fun and became such a big part of my life that it is hard to let them go. I look into those tiny little trusting eyes and I feel so responsible for their wellbeing. It is so heartwrenching to think of them being cold or hungry or tossed aside. I had to turn sommeone down this evening after I originally said yes. Somethings just did not sit right with me and the more I thought about it I got a knot in my stomach. I called the people back and asked more questions and they continued to dance around the answers and did not really answer them. I told them I was not comfortable with alowing my baby to be released to them and I had changed my mind. I think they were upset but I felt I had no choice. They were going to put him outside when they were not home with two large dogs. I expect him to stay around 10 lbs and their other two dogs are 35 lbs and 50lbs. I don't know how all you that do breed do this on a regular basis. It is killing me! Hats off to all you breeders for having the courage and the strength to do what you do. As for me I will enjoy my babies and leave the breeding to the professionals Thank you!!!

12-05-2009, 02:51 AM	#2
JoshieBoy No Longer a Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 2,114	I am glad that this community supported you through your dog's pregnancy. I am happy that your dog and puppies are healthy. I love that this forum has reputable breeders that produce healthy dogs that match the breed's standard. Reading threads that explain how hard reputable breeder work made me appreciate good breeders even more. I like that you are taking your time to find the right owners for your puppies. I agree with your decision not to give a puppy to an owner that wants the puppy to be outside for long periods without supervision. I believe that Yorkies should be inside dogs. With your dedication, I know you will find the right home for your precious puppies. Your right, breeding should be left to the professionals.

12-05-2009, 05:02 AM	#3
Sweet Apple Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, Texas USA Posts: 2,473	How wonderful of you to see your circumstances through, and do what is best for the mother, you adopted, and the surprise package that came w/her...My previous "best friend", before my little yorkies, was an English Mastiff, from a reputable breeder, and I had to sign a contract, w/one of the stipulations being that she would be an indoor dog (there were others, I just thought this was very important to this breed)..They have two coats, not one, so the summer heat would be unbearable for them...She never spent a day of her life, outdoors, unless the weather was suitable for her...I had always planned to breed her, and her parents were certified hip dysplasia clear (one good, one excellent)...However, at her 18 month xray, she showed hip dysplasia...I had her spayed immediately (and I didn't send her back for a refund, I could have, based on the contract..)...It's what you do when you commit to a life-time of care for a pet;you keep them for a lifetime...Hats off to you and your loving and wise choices!!!!