Question about Morkies.

[Lorraine]

These are mixed breeds you are talking about they can look like anything. They are not registerable as they are not purebreds.
Bear in mind that both the yorkie and maltese have genetic problems especially in the Maltese is Liver shunt. Mixing will not give hybrid vigour if either parents are carriers and you get the hit with the combination of genes to produce a problem. Genes don't care if they come together in a purebred or a mix.

[QuickSilver]

It sounds like you have made up your mind. However, please keep in mind that if you get a sick puppy, you will pay the deposit and more.

What kind of guarantee does this breeder provide? Oftentimes a "replacement" puppy is promised if the first one turns out to be sick. However, by the time you discover your puppy is ill, you've bonded with it and you will have no recourse.

I would really urge you to reconsider. A lot of people wish in hindsight that they'd researched more before their purchase. You are here doing your research. I think if you read more on this site, you will understand why it's better to proceed with caution.

[11BSoldier]

Originally Posted by bamawife

Are you currently deployed? My husband is an OIF 2 veteran. Take care of yourself and have a great trip home!

Yes, I am currently in Iraq. I've been here since the beginning of 2010 and I'm finally coming home. Right now we are struggling with flights to make it back for Christmas. Hoping that we make it back in time. Thank you, will do! Tell your husband that his sacrifice is much appreciated.

Aaron

[11BSoldier]

Originally Posted by QuickSilver

It sounds like you have made up your mind. However, please keep in mind that if you get a sick puppy, you will pay the deposit and more.

What kind of guarantee does this breeder provide? Oftentimes a "replacement" puppy is promised if the first one turns out to be sick. However, by the time you discover your puppy is ill, you've bonded with it and you will have no recourse.

I would really urge you to reconsider. A lot of people wish in hindsight that they'd researched more before their purchase. You are here doing your research. I think if you read more on this site, you will understand why it's better to proceed with caution.

I appreciate your advice and concern. The breeder that I have chosen has purebred Yorkshires, purebred Maltese, Pomeranian's, and Morkies. I have heard nothing but good things about this breeder so far from reviews and the location is only about 30 minutes from where I live. They come with there first shots, dewormings, and a Health Guarantee. From all the reviews that people have written, no one has yet had any problems with there morkies. I know this doesn't apply for every litter. I will be sure that the puppy is completely healthy and will be taken to the vet within 72 hours of the purchase. If the vet finds the slightest thing wrong, I will either be able to get another pup or my money back. Myself; living on military income, the hybrid breed is what I can afford. Considering that yorkies are 2x the price of a morkie.

Thank you and God Bless!
Sincerely, Aaron

[11BSoldier]

Originally Posted by Lorraine

These are mixed breeds you are talking about they can look like anything. They are not registerable as they are not purebreds.
Bear in mind that both the yorkie and maltese have genetic problems especially in the Maltese is Liver shunt. Mixing will not give hybrid vigour if either parents are carriers and you get the hit with the combination of genes to produce a problem. Genes don't care if they come together in a purebred or a mix.

Hi,
Thank you for your input. It is greatly appreciated. I will keep all of these things in mind when making my final decision.

Thank you and God Bless
Sincerely, Aaron

[taetem]

I usually do not get involved in the heated talks about the worth of breeders do breed mixes. This time though I will speak up.
In our search for a perfect pup I met with many breeders (ckc and Morkie breeders) both ends of the spectrum left me depressed.
NOT every breeder who is CKC is great because of that title.
The breeder who I ended up purchasing the pup from was a morkie breeder who far exceeded everyone else we saw.
It was not easy to purchase one of her pups number one she insists you meet the parents. 2- she began training at 3-4 weeks and required us to meet with her to grasp her methods. 3- she has a facebook group where ALL or the majority of her past 'families' can speak to each other & exchange photo's with each other of the pups growing up (what breeder do you know that willingly opens up her client list??)
She is 100% trustworthy loves her pups & has nothing to hide.
We recieve Birthday cards for the pups... I think that this breeder can teach a lot of other's a lesson or two.
Just had to speak up

[Doodlebug]

Hey Aaron,

I am assuming you got the puppy. WANT TO SEE PICS!!!! We want to hear all about her!!! I know she is adorable!! Hope you had a great Christmas and New Year!
Hugs,
Jean and Daisy and Teddy Bear