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Beamers Mom · 09-30-2010, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Poshible

I want a puppy so bad that my inner self was trying to hide the red flags. Now...if somebody could direct me to a GOOD northern California breeder or near the border or Nevada lol

I looked through the YTCNC with no luck. The only breeder that has pups, where male.

I wish people would just breed properly.

Ask for recommendations in the breeder section. There has to be reputable breeders in the areas you are looking for.
Just remember your puppy will probably be with you for around 15 years or more, so don't rush into anything.

Ladymom · 09-30-2010, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Poshible

Good thought, guess I couldn't know if it was just a friend, and a cover. She has not asked any questions about me, and I already got the feeling she was in it for money, except the is not charging me an arm and a leg and is actually giving full AKC registration, even though I plan to spay. I couldn't deal with people like me and I would never be able to give a pup up for any amount of worthless money.

Full registration is another red flag. Reputable breeders place puppies with limited registration.

Have you looked to see if there are any shows in your area? That's a great way to connect with local breeders and lots of fun, too!

InfoDog AKC Dog Show Information - Search by State

Poshible · 09-30-2010, 06:39 PM

I am having the worst time with this. Living in northern California is of great disadvantage to southern California when it comes to pups. I will start looking down there, but that presents a problem for viewing pup. I am about 4-5 away from the bay area and even that is still northern California. It is a sad thing when price is not my issue it is finding good breeders that are trust worthy.

ClaudeBisson · 09-30-2010, 07:05 PM

We have been raising Yorkies for 28 years and we would never let a Yorkie go until it is 12 weeks old. The super tiny ones are kept 4 weeks longer to ensure total health.

You have to be very careful of hypoglycaemias in a toy breed. The younger they are the more risk is involved.

Ladymom · 09-30-2010, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Poshible

I am having the worst time with this. Living in northern California is of great disadvantage to southern California when it comes to pups. I will start looking down there, but that presents a problem for viewing pup. I am about 4-5 away from the bay area and even that is still northern California. It is a sad thing when price is not my issue it is finding good breeders that are trust worthy.

Would you consider having a puppy shipped from a YTCA breeder? Many of us aren't lucky enough to live that close to responsible show breeders. There are people who do pet transport where the puppy is carried on in the cabin. One of my bow customers and her husband work for Delta and provide this service.

Another option is flying to pick up a puppy yourself.

Marilize · 10-01-2010, 12:14 AM

You've gotten some awesome advice so far. I really think you should keep looking. You are obviously doing your research and looking for the perfect Yorkie puppy, but I really don't think you will find her at this breeder. There are so many red flags about the breeder that you should run already.
One more thing I want to mention is that if you want a close-to-perfect Yorkie, you don't want to buy from a breeder who has an unplanned litter. I'd never buy from a breeder who breeds that way - they should research bloodlines, pedigrees, etc. to improve the breed.

If shipping a puppy from a reputable breeder is your only option, I say go for it! You are obviously doing enough research to find a reliable and reputable breeder who will keep to her word. Shipping can be a fantastic option if you don't have reputable breeders near you.

Just be patient and keep looking

I bought my first yorkie on a whim and although I love him dearly, he has so many issues! Then I spent 2 years looking for June and I finally found the perfect puppy! It's worth the wait, believe me.

Reese1 · 10-01-2010, 01:08 AM

Full registration without asking you any questions and letting a puppy go at such a young age, does NOT sound like a reputable breeder!
I agree with the advice given, don't rush your decision. I know how exciting it is to want a Yorkie, but you do want to make the right choice and it will be worth your wait!

Poshible · 10-01-2010, 05:45 AM

Thank you guys, I will definitely be looking into getting a little girl shipped, or taking a slight trip. I really do appreciate all the help everybody was willing to give, and the thoughtful options. I will keep everybody updated. If anybody has recommendations feel free to message me.

Thanks again all :-)

zowiandnikasmom · 10-01-2010, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Poshible

Exactly. I told her I would wait, and offered a deposit. Just seemed off that she was offered up at 8 weeks. She was also the only puppy in the litter, does that make a difference size wise?

i had an "only puppy" that weighed 6 lbs full grown. i'm not sure if being an only child had anything to do with her size or not though...

Poshible · 10-01-2010, 12:29 PM

I am calling places around me now, and I am pretty sure I am annoying a lot of them because I have a giant list of questions, but oh well. I am still checking this lady out, I have not gotten a reply e-mail but I am waiting...
I found a couple breeders around here, but some can not even answer my questions. My husbands boss has a couple yorkies both show quality so my husband is going to talk to him and have him give me a call...

Ladymom · 10-01-2010, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Poshible

My husbands boss has a couple yorkies both show quality so my husband is going to talk to him and have him give me a call...

Do your husband's bosses actually show? The terms "show quality" and "show potential" are tossed out quite often, but unless the owners actually show it is quite unlikely they are show quality. Show breeders work very hard to breed show quality puppies and still many are pet quality. Those are the ones they place in pet homes, the ones with small imperfections.

If you want a Yorkie puppy who will grow up to look like a Yorkie is supposed to, go to a show breeder.

This is great article written by a Maltese breeder that explains it well.

Maltese Show Dog Versus Maltese Pet.....What is the difference?

Poshible · 10-01-2010, 01:11 PM

I am still waiting to talk to him. Darren (The boss) said he paid 3,000 per pup, he has 3, and that his wife spent 2 years searching for the right ones. I will be sure to post pictures of any potential puppy I get and the damn and sire because I really appreciate the input here, and want opinions. Because all in all, I do want a great representation of the breed.

Ladymom · 10-01-2010, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Poshible

I am still waiting to talk to him. Darren (The boss) said he paid 3,000 per pup, he has 3, and that his wife spent 2 years searching for the right ones. I will be sure to post pictures of any potential puppy I get and the damn and sire because I really appreciate the input here, and want opinions. Because all in all, I do want a great representation of the breed.

The price really doesn't say much about the quality. It's not unusual to pay several thousand dollars for a Yorkie puppy from a pet store. Pet stores get their puppies from puppy mills for a few hundred dollars and mark the price way up.

Many backyard breeders and other breeders who do not show and just breed pet quality Yorkies charge as much as show breeders.

If you want a great representation of the breed, I'd stick with the YTCA list which can lead you to other lesser known show breeders.

There are lots of California breeders on the YTCA list and two from Nevada.

Yorkshire Terrier Club of America About The Club

You might want to contact Mary (YT name Mardelin). She is in S. California which I know is far from you, but I bet she could recommend some breeders to contact. Mary is very, very helpful - a real asset to YT!

Beamers Mom · 10-01-2010, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Ladymom

You might want to contact Mary (YT name Mardelin). She is in S. California which I know is far from you, but I bet she could recommend some breeders to contact. Mary is very, very helpful - a real asset to YT!

Mary is fantastic! Definitely contact her

Poshible · 10-02-2010, 09:59 AM

I contacted a breeder here, her name is Maria, here are the parents and the baby girl...what do you all think?

10-01-2010, 12:14 AM	#36
Marilize YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Cape town, South Africa Posts: 703	You've gotten some awesome advice so far. I really think you should keep looking. You are obviously doing your research and looking for the perfect Yorkie puppy, but I really don't think you will find her at this breeder. There are so many red flags about the breeder that you should run already. One more thing I want to mention is that if you want a close-to-perfect Yorkie, you don't want to buy from a breeder who has an unplanned litter. I'd never buy from a breeder who breeds that way - they should research bloodlines, pedigrees, etc. to improve the breed. If shipping a puppy from a reputable breeder is your only option, I say go for it! You are obviously doing enough research to find a reliable and reputable breeder who will keep to her word. Shipping can be a fantastic option if you don't have reputable breeders near you. Just be patient and keep looking I bought my first yorkie on a whim and although I love him dearly, he has so many issues! Then I spent 2 years looking for June and I finally found the perfect puppy! It's worth the wait, believe me. __________________ Cash & Orio RIP Beautiful Joni

10-01-2010, 01:08 AM	#37
Reese1 Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,304	Full registration without asking you any questions and letting a puppy go at such a young age, does NOT sound like a reputable breeder! I agree with the advice given, don't rush your decision. I know how exciting it is to want a Yorkie, but you do want to make the right choice and it will be worth your wait! __________________ Crosley Wrigley Camden

10-02-2010, 09:59 AM	#45
Poshible Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gridley, Ca, USA Posts: 150	I contacted a breeder here, her name is Maria, here are the parents and the baby girl...what do you all think? Attached Thumbnails

09-30-2010, 06:39 PM	#33
Poshible Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gridley, Ca, USA Posts: 150	I am having the worst time with this. Living in northern California is of great disadvantage to southern California when it comes to pups. I will start looking down there, but that presents a problem for viewing pup. I am about 4-5 away from the bay area and even that is still northern California. It is a sad thing when price is not my issue it is finding good breeders that are trust worthy.

09-30-2010, 07:05 PM	#34
ClaudeBisson Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 44 Blog Entries: 2	We have been raising Yorkies for 28 years and we would never let a Yorkie go until it is 12 weeks old. The super tiny ones are kept 4 weeks longer to ensure total health. You have to be very careful of hypoglycaemias in a toy breed. The younger they are the more risk is involved.

10-01-2010, 05:45 AM	#38
Poshible Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gridley, Ca, USA Posts: 150	Thank you guys, I will definitely be looking into getting a little girl shipped, or taking a slight trip. I really do appreciate all the help everybody was willing to give, and the thoughtful options. I will keep everybody updated. If anybody has recommendations feel free to message me. Thanks again all :-)

10-01-2010, 12:29 PM	#40
Poshible Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gridley, Ca, USA Posts: 150	I am calling places around me now, and I am pretty sure I am annoying a lot of them because I have a giant list of questions, but oh well. I am still checking this lady out, I have not gotten a reply e-mail but I am waiting... I found a couple breeders around here, but some can not even answer my questions. My husbands boss has a couple yorkies both show quality so my husband is going to talk to him and have him give me a call...

10-01-2010, 01:11 PM	#42
Poshible Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gridley, Ca, USA Posts: 150	I am still waiting to talk to him. Darren (The boss) said he paid 3,000 per pup, he has 3, and that his wife spent 2 years searching for the right ones. I will be sure to post pictures of any potential puppy I get and the damn and sire because I really appreciate the input here, and want opinions. Because all in all, I do want a great representation of the breed.