Mardelin | 05-04-2010 04:48 AM | Quote:
Originally Posted by Annabel
(Post 3113506)
Hi: I don't know much on how this site works, but I'm giving it a try :).
I have a question for Yorkie owners. I have 3 Yorkie's :aimeeyork:animal-pa
(ages 14, 3, & 2). two are spayed/neutered, one is not, (she has high liver and can not be put under anesthesia).
Anyways my question is. I want to start breeding Yorkie's.
I want to know how can I find a male and female dog that are in good health, have good blood lines and registration, that are clean in genetic conditions, and that are not more then 4 1/2 lb each?
Is it better to get adults or puppies? Is it better to get only a female and find a stud? I know the female has to be 2 years and needs to go to the vet to do test, but what age does the male need to be, to be able to breed?
As you see I have lots of questions, and I want to be well informed of every thing before I get the potential parent Yorkie's :aimeeyork.
Please help me find answers to my questions. Thank you all so much in advance.
Also if it helps I am studding to be a vet tech and pet groomer, I also do volunteer work at a vets office. Thanks again.:animal-pa | I just noticed above that you have a request for a certain size yorkie; 4 1/2 pounds. The preferred weight for a girl is 5 pounds, but between 6 and 7 pounds is more the desired weight. Breeding/whelping yorkies comes with it's difficulties, so why buy trouble.
I also noticed, you are studying to be a vet tech. When and if you obtain enough knowledge to begin a breeding program, other than having very deep pockets. You'll have to be prepared to give up 12 weeks of your life, that means completely devote your time, no job, social life. The mother and the puppies will be your only priority. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...g-graphic.html http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...kie-puppy.html
I suggest you read both of the above threads. Both are in written for the purpose of educating puppy buyers in the importance of supporting the reputable/responsible breeder. |