Speachless and can only say "OMG"

[Furbaby Friend]

I think it is nice that eBay at least TRIES to limit these people. Unfortunately, scammers don't give up.

[FlDebra]

Originally Posted by JeanieK

But is the change a real change in "mindset" or is it people not posting about it because they have read all the bashing?

I personally don't think the general public has changed. There are still just as many that think they want "teacup".

I think you make a good point JeanieK! We have sort of "trained" some of the breeders and customers not to shout out that they are breeding tinies or looking for them when they post on YT. For instance -- in October there was a particular website discussed on YT -- they advertised breeding 3-4 pound dams & had them pictured. After the thread on YT got attention, the breeder removed the weights from all the female adult dogs on her site. The males are still listed with weight, but no more for the females. She is still breeding tinies (same pictures) BUT you can't see it from her website now. The only evidence left online is the YT thread.

I have also noticed the threads started looking for tinies lately are more detailed as to why they "need" a tiny -- to match weight of current dog, to travel, etc.... So, they are anticipating getting some flack for asking for a tiny but they figure they can justify it. Actually, that is not all a bad idea either -- there is nothing wrong with wanting a tiny Yorkie. I just think they should only be the result of a natural, ethical, sensible weight breeding. Sometimes they do come out small -- those pups need placed and there are some great homes among YT members. But it would be nice for those tiny females to not have to be faced with dangerous breedings.

[Princess10]

when trying to go to the link the OP posted i found it was gone, but instead discovered this one....i mean, come on..wtFlipperflapper are people thinking?

i would/trade my puppies for items(electronics etc call (415)724-0319 | San Francisco | eBay Classifieds (Kijiji) | 9685326

[Wabbit]

Originally Posted by Princess10

when trying to go to the link the OP posted i found it was gone, but instead discovered this one....i mean, come on..wtFlipperflapper are people thinking?

i would/trade my puppies for items(electronics etc call (415)724-0319 | San Francisco | eBay Classifieds (Kijiji) | 9685326

I saw that too!! Some people just make me sick!!!

[concretegurl]

Originally Posted by FlDebra

I think you make a good point JeanieK! We have sort of "trained" some of the breeders and customers not to shout out that they are breeding tinies or looking for them when they post on YT. For instance -- in October there was a particular website discussed on YT -- they advertised breeding 3-4 pound dams & had them pictured. After the thread on YT got attention, the breeder removed the weights from all the female adult dogs on her site. The males are still listed with weight, but no more for the females. She is still breeding tinies (same pictures) BUT you can't see it from her website now. The only evidence left online is the YT thread.

I have also noticed the threads started looking for tinies lately are more detailed as to why they "need" a tiny -- to match weight of current dog, to travel, etc.... So, they are anticipating getting some flack for asking for a tiny but they figure they can justify it. Actually, that is not all a bad idea either -- there is nothing wrong with wanting a tiny Yorkie. I just think they should only be the result of a natural, ethical, sensible weight breeding. Sometimes they do come out small -- those pups need placed and there are some great homes among YT members. But it would be nice for those tiny females to not have to be faced with dangerous breedings.

Debra said it all wonderfully...when they are responsibly and ethically bred and just come out on the smaller side these pups need to be placed in a home that accommodates their needs...the major concern is that dogs too small to be bred are being bred to create undersized dogs...and the dangers of health issues etc.

Originally Posted by Princess10

when trying to go to the link the OP posted i found it was gone, but instead discovered this one....i mean, come on..wtFlipperflapper are people thinking?

I'll be rude here, I mean it and I don't care. I am being intentionally rude in answering that question: some people just plain don't think...and if they are, in cases like this I question their ability to think properly...

[Teegy]

Originally Posted by Wabbit

I saw that too!! Some people just make me sick!!!

Obviously someone's doggy had an accidental litter and instead of cash they'd like an ipod?

I know it's not the way to find a good home for a dog, big surprise there are some ignorant and thoughtless people out there. Can't wait to see what comes next, it's never a dull day on Yorkietalk

[concretegurl]

I can wait...

"THREAD: Help I traded an ipod I bought on eBay for $50 for a Yorkie and it's sick and I don't know how to take care of it or what to do...it was a trade situation so I impulse purchased it...of course I have no business geting a pup right now and the person with he pup had no business choosing a responsible home they just preferred he color ipod I had to trade...could have been stone for all they knew."

Worse nightmare scenario there...I'm all for trade, but hmmmmmm the whole ad was wrong to me...

Originally Posted by Teegy

Obviously someone's doggy had an accidental litter and instead of cash they'd like an ipod?

I know it's not the way to find a good home for a dog, big surprise there are some ignorant and thoughtless people out there. Can't wait to see what comes next, it's never a dull day on Yorkietalk