To neuter or not neuter (AKC male)

[cura0008]

Originally Posted by JDS

Found it!
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/bre...nt-stages.html

Very beneficial to read.

Thank you so much!!

Based on this development chart, it seems very beneficial for the puppy to stay another few weeks, however not imperative. I guess I will just have to do my best. Hopefully, the fact that Ella is an amazing yorkie will help socialize him and teach him puppy manners.

[Vinniedoggy]

Please neuter. Visit your local shelter and see just how many "purebred" dogs are given up by owners. These are often dogs who were purchased with good intentions but who were given up because they were too much work or because the purchaser just no longer wanted a dog. It happens way too much. Unfortunately, many of these dogs never find a permanent home. Don't add to the problem!

[Reese1]

Originally Posted by cura0008

I understand that just because the puppy is AKC does not mean he is breeding material. As far as the 8 weeks is concerned, the law in Florida makes it illegal to sell dogs under 8 weeks. I don't think she is interested in keeping them any longer than that. Everyone is mentioning that 8 weeks is too young, but I'm wondering why that is. My previous dogs have been large breed pups that I brought home at 8 weeks, and my current yorkie girl was purchased at 13 wks because she happened to be the last one left (guess I got lucky). Why is 8 weeks too young?

You have already received a lot of good information, but it's important to recognize that if one is going to breed, they are doing it to improve the breed after a lot of research, education & mentoring.
I'm not a breeder, but you need to start with the best representation and if you are purchasing a puppy from a breeder who not only is willing to sell him at 8 weeks, but isn't willing to even keep him longer. There is a pretty good chance that he may not be the best representation!
What kind of testing does the breeder do?
This may all be a non-issue since you are not even sure he's being sold with open registration anyway!
Again there is a lot to learn as posters have pointed out!