Breed standard: exactly what is too long?? So I'm in the Process of helping my sister find the right breeder and yorkie of her dreams. We were reading over the breed standard and disagreed over the description of the muzzle. Head Small and rather flat on top, the skull not too prominent or round, the muzzle not too long, with the bite neither undershot nor overshot and teeth sound. So what is considered too long? I've looked over the forum and there has been some discussion but nothing really answers this for me. I Think my roxy's muzzle is "too long" according to the breed standard. (Although perfect to me of course.) What do you guys think? This is my Roxie. http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z...1/6580bcb7.jpg http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z...1/68ffaeac.jpg She wants a yorkie with a super short muzzle. Based on what I've read I told her it may not be best due to breathing issues. Should we be looking for a roxy type muzzle or something a bit shorter? Athough she wont be showing, she wants the perfect yorkie. |
Here is a gorgeous example of the breed standard :): http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...der-radar.html |
IMO..when it comes to a pet, these are minor things...so go with the type you like...I like a short muzzle, but not so short as to cause problems... Another insight is this...when a Yorkie is clipped and there is no puffy top knot, the muzzle always looks longer...I have seen some very long muzzled Yorkies in the ring...but with teasing and puffing, they look correct...coat hides a lot..even a Yorkie with a short muzzle can look longer when clipped... It is very hard to look at a young litter and tell much...look at the parents and grandparents for better idea of what your Yorkie will look like grown... |
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ALthough I do not think this Yorkie has a long muzzle, it looks most acceptable for the ring, there is nothing wrong in wanting a shorter muzzle or longer with a pet...it is a pet. The best are kept to show, the others are sold as pets... |
First of all, I would check out Yorkshire Terrier club of America to find a good reputable breeder in your area. Once you have found a breeder they will help guide you with finding the perfect and healthy Yorkie. I have been taught that you measure from the base of the neck to the base of the tail. Then from the floor to the top of the back. You want a square body. Of course you wont be able to determine this on a small pup. Around 20 weeks should give you accurate measurements. For instance, one of my boys is 10.5'/10.5'. My other boy is 9'/9'...Perfectly square. Good luck with your search... |
Unless your friend buys an adult, she will not accurately know what she is getting...one of my nicest breeding bitches had such a bad top line at 10 mos..I sold her...at 18 mos it was perfect..traded to get her back...same with many things...a pupy can have a short muzzle at 12 wks and a long one at 12 mos...short legged at 12 weeks..come up on leg by 12 mos..that is why it is so hard to pick a ring dog early. When it comes to pet..I would a pick a nice quality of good health, great personality and try to get the type I like...and not worry too much about a minor fault. |
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2 Attachment(s) Here's the perfect puppy!! At least that's what we call her.:cool: |
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Thanks for answering everyone. We have emailed a bunch of breeders in illinois and are waiting for replies. I'll talk this over with my sis. |
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I see attitude. So beautiful. I just wouldn't want the up keep. LOL |
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Yorkie or Silky 2 Attachment(s) Does Kody look like a Yorkie or Silky? I get this question asked a lot when we are out and about. I have CKC papers indicating he's a Yorkie but I don't know. He is a little over 10lbs now. Attachment 354729 Attachment 354730 |
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