First two days of my Yorkie breeder search....OMG
 

After researching in the YTCA and AKC websites and every other source I could find, I finally feel knowledgeable enough to start my breeder search/screening in my quest for a new puppy. I’m getting a lot of very useful info and support from the Michigan YTCA breeders. Questioning “breeders” has become an uphill battle that I find discouraging and sad. This morning, I spoke with a “breeder” who has a beautiful website, credentialed to the hilt, who returned my phone call promptly. I thought it was interesting that I found a glowing review of her business written by someone with her same first initial and last name and mentioned this coincidence to her. She proceeded to admit she’d written a 5 star review of her Yorkies as if she was her own customer. I was appalled. When I told her I’m asking questions suggested by the YTCA and AKC to screen breeders, she hung up. This is typical of my breeder screening so far. Another “breeder” I now presume to be a thinly veiled puppy mill operation told me that instead of incurring the added expense of ADC registering my puppy, all I really need to do is have my vet complete a $60 DNA test which, after verifying the pup is 100% Yorkie, can be submitted to the AKC to prove thoroughbred status. This, I know, is garbage but was stated so matter of factly that, if I didn’t know better, I’d think the woman really knew her stuff. These poor puppies…I truly hope their “breeders” care at least a little bit about them.

I am smiling. Yes, it will take time to find the breeder and puppy that is right for you. Most of us didn't have a clue about what to look for or ask about, before getting our first Yorkie. The first concern is good health, and remember all puppies are cute so don't let that be such an important factor. I think it is exciting to go puppy hunting but, you can make some decisions before you ever see a puppy. Like what sex, show or pet potential, what kind of personality will work best, who will be your Vet, What can you afford to spend and so on. READ, READ, READ learn all you can. Adopting a Yorkie will be one of the best choices you ever make.

Good for you for knowing enough to bypass these people.

Make your mind up that the search is going to take as long as it takes. I spent a couple of years looking at Yorkies off and on until I found the one. My patience paid off.

Best wishes in your search.

Best advice I've ever read! Good luck on your search. Please be patient and know it will pay off in the end.

I applaud you on doing your research before jumping in and just buying a puppy. :) Not much choices here in Hawaii except at pet stores or the rare breeder. I see that you already are on the right track to getting your wonderful furbaby. :)

I am having that same battle. The battle of the Breeder Hunt! LOL:) Just as I may want to give up, I think if those two beautiful puppies that will be mine when I find my breeder. I saw that it was posted earlier, that if you are patient, it will be totally worth it and I agree 100%:D
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Psst......Breny just had new puppies, and she's in Michigan....I'm getting one of her boys in a few weeks, and I am so excited! She's been great, and I can't say enough good things about her.

I have heard of Breny's babies. Nothing but great things!!:)

The one on her site right now is so little-and so stinkin cute!!! They're brand new!http://www.greenstreasuredyorkies.co...iesforsale.htm

I went and looked!!! Absolutely adorable!!
OP you should definitely go look!!!:D

I have had an eye on that breeder. I will be interested to see how all of you get on with her. And McheleM, I am just PEA GREEN with envy!

Mee too!! :)

You are learning a great lesson. But the breeder first, then the pup. Any Mofo can design a website. Forget the website, focus on the breeder. If they can answer, you just walk away.

I got my girl in March from a wonderful breeder in Ohio. She still has one boy left if you want to make the drive. She cares so much for the puppies. We have gone to visit her and still keep in touch. Here is her website if your interested. AKC Yorkies HD Yorkie Bears. Texas is the one that is left. You can check out pics of him on her facebook page. And here is my little girl!

I emailed Heather. Thanks for forwarding her link. Her website is clear and straightforward. Her commitment and dedication to Yorkies come through loud and clear. I'll let you know what happens.

Debbie