Need Advice.. Craigslist Yorkie

[SoSoNYC1]

Thank you!!

Originally Posted by navillusc

OMG...it sure sounds like what I would say!

[KazzyK810]

Well, I'm on the other side of the fence...

Who looks to rehome a pregnant dog? Seems strange. I wouldn't trust anything the woman says. This dog, if bred could very well have been bred with a larger dog of who knows what kind. You could be looking at a very expensive emergency c-section if you take this on. I hope you've thought about all the possibilities and are prepared to handle them.

[navillusc]

Originally Posted by bribunny

I'm just worried about her actually being pregnant. I loved Bri's breeder, but we moved away over a year ago and I cannot go to her. I do not know anybody around here who breeds either. Is there a site I could get advice?

I am a 'worry wart' about this kind of stuff, too...and I know it is impossible to quit worrying until you believe the situation is handled.

If she IS pregnant, maybe your vet could handle the welp...you'd need him/her to monitor the girl anyway, so any pregnancy would likely show up before she welps. Maybe you could even take her, then find someone else to take her before she welps who is 'qualified' for (comfortable with) welping Yorkies. Lots of options...but first, if this is a REAL situation, you must get her. Otherwise, you must quit worrying, my dear!

[navillusc]

Originally Posted by SoSoNYC1

Thank you!!

You are MOST welcome!

Poor babies...at the mercy of humans, they are! And, some humans sure do not belong around innocent little fur babies!

[bribunny]

Thanks for the advice. My husband and I are going to look at her when he gets home from work. She said we are more than welcome to meet her and see how she fits with us. I also contacted Bri's breeder and showed her the following picture.

Originally Posted by navillusc

I am a 'worry wart' about this kind of stuff, too...and I know it is impossible to quit worrying until you believe the situation is handled.

If she IS pregnant, maybe your vet could handle the welp...you'd need him/her to monitor the girl anyway, so any pregnancy would likely show up before she welps. Maybe you could even take her, then find someone else to take her before she welps who is 'qualified' for (comfortable with) welping Yorkies. Lots of options...but first, if this is a REAL situation, you must get her. Otherwise, you must quit worrying, my dear!

[navillusc]

Originally Posted by bribunny

Thanks for the advice. My husband and I are going to look at her when he gets home from work. She said we are more than welcome to meet her and see how she fits with us. I also contacted Bri's breeder and showed her the following picture.

Seeing her is a good first step. For sure, if you can see her, you will have a better idea if this is a real re-home rather than a CL scam. Then, you can decide and carefully proceed, making certain to exchange payment WHEN you get her. You didn't say what Bri's breeder's response was...just curious. You don't know at this point whether the lady and/or her vet can be believed...time will certainly reveal the truth. Hopefully, when you see her, you can take some more pix.

[bribunny]

Originally Posted by navillusc

Seeing her is a good first step. For sure, if you can see her, you will have a better idea if this is a real re-home rather than a CL scam. Then, you can decide and carefully proceed, making certain to exchange payment WHEN you get her. You didn't say what Bri's breeder's response was...just curious. You don't know at this point whether the lady and/or her vet can be believed...time will certainly reveal the truth. Hopefully, when you see her, you can take some more pix.

Bri's breeder said she looked like she was pregnant. However since we cannot know for sure she was bred with a yorkie, she seemed a little skeptical. I guess you never know with breeding though. Bri's parents were 7lbs and 6lbs and Bri is just at 3lbs now at 2 years old. She is just a tiny girl. Just not knowing for sure what she was bred with was our previous breeders concern.

[msyorktown]

Proceed with caution...maybe if she is indeed pregnant, and emergency spay...would that be an option?
I really hope this isn't some kind of scam...

[MY OSCAR]

oh she is a cutie.
please keep us posted

[BabyGirl Rosie]

I would be getting her if it was me. I'm just a sucker that way. My worry is that she might get in the wrong hands and end up as byb pup. . I guess the big question is would you be able to afford if there were complications with a pregnancy? If the answer is no, maybe you could help find a good home with someone who could. Keep us updated.

[Teresa Ford]

What would you do ? What I would do is not the right question. I often do what my heart says is the right thing, but my poor checking account suffers. I have two loving, giving sisters and many friends that are willing to help out. I even have my grandchildren ask for donations and sponsors. Please do what you have to. It is best to have a rescue on stand by, and make sure they will help, if the dog needs more than you can afford. Please update us when you can.

[skittlz]

Originally Posted by SoSoNYC1

I would take my chances. Your saving a baby that needs a loving home, health and trust me, you wouldn't even regret it once they show how much they love you. My dogs are all spoiled. They get the best of everything and what do they give me in return? Their loyalty, love and companionship. I have no limit on anything for my dogs and If I could, I would rescue all of the other poor babies out there..=)

I agree with SoSoNYC. The little yorkie is super cute she looks like she is smiling, but also becareful I hope it isn't a scam.

[gracielove]

I would get her. I would go see her (with someone) and I would not act like I was really impressed. Kind of undecided and then offer her less money. Ask if she has a picture of the sire or a receipt for the stud fee.

I would do what I had to do to get her out of there before she gets sold to a backyard breeder that will get as many litters out of her as they can. These little dogs have become a source of income for so many greeders. Please help the poor thing. I'm sure you can find someone to help with the whelping (if she is pregnant) it is really to soon to know for sure.

[DBlain]

LOL so many of you guys think with you heart, me not so much, at $475.00 I don't think of this as a rescue, it's a purchase. My advice is probably to late since you most likely brought her home. She is cute, but since you know very little about her and know that vet expenses are right around the corner I don't think she is worth $475.00 Rescue groups charge about that for a dog, but you get more for your money, because they usually have had them for a while so they can tell you a bit about the dogs temperament, and most importantly they have them vet checked and most of the time are spayed and are up to date on their shots. This expense will all be on you.

Since you have another dog if you bring her right home you take the chance of exposing Bri to who knows what. If it's not to late take a breath see if you could talk with her vet and get some records and perhaps go to her vet yourself before paying any money and bringing her into your home.

If you already have the puppy, then I wish you all the best.

[bribunny]

Originally Posted by DBlain

LOL so many of you guys think with you heart, me not so much, at $475.00 I don't think of this as a rescue, it's a purchase. My advice is probably to late since you most likely brought her home. She is cute, but since you know very little about her and know that vet expenses are right around the corner I don't think she is worth $475.00 Rescue groups charge about that for a dog, but you get more for your money, because they usually have had them for a while so they can tell you a bit about the dogs temperament, and most importantly they have them vet checked and most of the time are spayed and are up to date on their shots. This expense will all be on you.

Since you have another dog if you bring her right home you take the chance of exposing Bri to who knows what. If it's not to late take a breath see if you could talk with her vet and get some records and perhaps go to her vet yourself before paying any money and bringing her into your home.

If you already have the puppy, then I wish you all the best.

We decided not to get her. I had the same feeling you would, something just didn't feel right. She would only go down to $400 and I just couldn't put that much into a dog that I didn't know much about. Honestly she talked like she is so behind in payments that she just needed money fast. It broke my heart, but from what I could gather, she adopted this yorkie as a friend for her other yorkie. She paid $700 for her in SC and was told she was pregnant. There was no way I could get in contact with the lady from SC to verify what she was bred with. We could more than afford the medical bills if something were to go wrong, but I just didn't feel at ease. I hope and pray this baby goes to someone who can support her. I really wish I wouldn't have still had doubts.

Thanks for all the advice! This site has been a blessing!!