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tjprincefan · 04-01-2012, 11:01 AM

Hi all, just thought I would say a quick hello, I have been looking to buy a Yorkie pup for quite a while and want to get it just right, size, health, temperament any advice?

ralphthepoodle · 04-01-2012, 11:36 AM

I am the worst person to ask! I had a yorkie before but it was from a shelter, and Ralph I think i bought from a bad breeder. But I am sure someone here will be able to help you out! And Congratz getting a dog is the best feeling in the world...to me it is at least haha!

Lovetodream88 · 04-01-2012, 11:52 AM

The only way to know size is to get an adult. The best way to get a healthy pup is to make sure you are getting one from a good breeder who has the parents health checked, make sure the parents are LP free, dosent let the pups go before 12 weeks, let's you see both parents, let's you see where the parents live and pups are being raised. There are a lot of puppy mills out there so be careful and stay away from people who advertise teacups, micros and words like that, stay away from people who breed many different types and breeds mixes also stay away from people who want to meet you somewhere and that keep there dogs in out buildings. You might want to look into how much it's going to cost to own a dog before getting one as well. Good luck and I hope everything goes well for you.

tjprincefan · 04-01-2012, 12:08 PM

thats great, I am on the right track then in my mind I have all of those bases covered. Didn't know to stay away from teacups though why? is it because of health issues on account of them being so small. Thanks for great advice

Jacksmom052709 · 04-01-2012, 01:16 PM

Hello, welcome and congrats and doing your research before purchasing your pup!

The reason to stay away from teacups is because there is no such thing. The Yorkie standard is 4 - 7 pounds (of course some may be larger and some may be smaller). Usually people who use the terms "micro, mini and teacup" are backyard breeders or brokers. No reputable breeder will ever call their puppies by those names. And sometimes the smaller pups do have more health issues.

Keep reading on this site as I have learned so much from here and good luck in your search!

Lovetodream88 · 04-01-2012, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by tjprincefan

thats great, I am on the right track then in my mind I have all of those bases covered. Didn't know to stay away from teacups though why? is it because of health issues on account of them being so small. Thanks for great advice

Its because there is no such thing, that word is used to jack up the prices and make money good breeder don't use the word. A yorkie is a yorkie whether its 2 pounds, 10 pounds, 7 pounds or 18 pounds

04-01-2012, 11:01 AM	#1
tjprincefan YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: england Posts: 3	Buying a pup! Hi all, just thought I would say a quick hello, I have been looking to buy a Yorkie pup for quite a while and want to get it just right, size, health, temperament any advice?

04-01-2012, 11:52 AM	#3
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,249	The only way to know size is to get an adult. The best way to get a healthy pup is to make sure you are getting one from a good breeder who has the parents health checked, make sure the parents are LP free, dosent let the pups go before 12 weeks, let's you see both parents, let's you see where the parents live and pups are being raised. There are a lot of puppy mills out there so be careful and stay away from people who advertise teacups, micros and words like that, stay away from people who breed many different types and breeds mixes also stay away from people who want to meet you somewhere and that keep there dogs in out buildings. You might want to look into how much it's going to cost to own a dog before getting one as well. Good luck and I hope everything goes well for you. __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

04-01-2012, 12:08 PM	#4
tjprincefan YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: england Posts: 3	Buying a pup! thats great, I am on the right track then in my mind I have all of those bases covered. Didn't know to stay away from teacups though why? is it because of health issues on account of them being so small. Thanks for great advice

04-01-2012, 01:16 PM	#5
Jacksmom052709 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,044	Hello, welcome and congrats and doing your research before purchasing your pup! The reason to stay away from teacups is because there is no such thing. The Yorkie standard is 4 - 7 pounds (of course some may be larger and some may be smaller). Usually people who use the terms "micro, mini and teacup" are backyard breeders or brokers. No reputable breeder will ever call their puppies by those names. And sometimes the smaller pups do have more health issues. Keep reading on this site as I have learned so much from here and good luck in your search! __________________ ~Lori ~ Mom to fur babies Jack, Izzy & Jada & their kitty siblings, Mr. Poops, Milo, Pearl & barn kitty Nanny.

04-01-2012, 11:36 AM	#2
ralphthepoodle Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: West Columbia Posts: 426	I am the worst person to ask! I had a yorkie before but it was from a shelter, and Ralph I think i bought from a bad breeder. But I am sure someone here will be able to help you out! And Congratz getting a dog is the best feeling in the world...to me it is at least haha!