Originally Posted by Wiggle Wiggle (Post 4283953)

Hi there. . .
My puppy was only R3000=$300. But I think that the yorkie pups as pets in South Africa is not that expensive.
Thanks . . .

Originally Posted by capt_noonie (Post 4283674)

What a sad story! :( Yes it is true that many of the dogs that wind up in rescue we do not know their whole story. Many times the original owners even lie to make themselves look not as bad. But you do make a good point. The dogs are in rescue for a reason. I guess I have been lucky that most of my fosters have not been particularly difficult cases. The worst was Scrappy, and well he didn't make it. :( But a rescue should make it clear that rescuing dogs could also be a crap shoot (although they are vetted) just like buying from a byb.

Your poor Momo! That just proves right there that just bc a vet is a vet, doesn't mean they necessarily know what they are doing!

Originally Posted by Teresiana (Post 4283571)

Yes, lucky you...he's adorable!

Originally Posted by capt_noonie (Post 4283625)

I'd say both you and Sharkie were lucky. She got him much too young and didn't even put in an honest effort for potty training before she got rid of him! 14 weeks old?! Shame on her, good for you!

Originally Posted by nanahas3 (Post 4282858)

First let me say again I am so happy for you that you were able to rescue you little Biewer. But I have a question also. I am a little confused at why you keep saying he is rare. There are quite a few briewer breeders, many members here on YT. They are very beautiful but I am not sure I would call them rare.

Originally Posted by Tiskers (Post 4281587)

Hi, I'm pretty new here (and don't have my Yorkie yet) so if this is an inappropriate question, please forgive.

I realize this may be a somewhat personal question, but on several other forums I visit, cost is freely discussed. Never for judgment (i.e., you won't hear, "You paid WHAT?! I'd never pay THAT!") or for bragging ("Mine cost more, must be better...") or for the bargain shoppers ("Well, I only paid $xxx...,") etc. It's just another stated fact from people who are comfortable disclosing.

I think that in discussing breeders, and breeding practices, and all the other nuances of research that go into making a responsible, educated decision, cost does factor in.

I have been researching what I believe to be responsible breeders and have found HUGE variances in price. From $650 to $3900 (or more) for a Yorkie pup.

Everyone's budget and comfort zone are different, of course, but when prices paid are secret and unspoken, then prospective buyers are missing what I believe is an important piece of the decision-making puzzle. While most people are not looking for a "bargain" in buying their new pup, in my humble opinion, cost is a reality.

I also realize that different parts of the country (or world) are different, so if you do disclose price, please state the general geographic area of the breeder. (if you are comfortable disclosing the breeder openly, that's awesome too!)

And just to be sure we are all on the same page, unless stated otherwise, let's assume we are talking about healthy Yorkie pups, typically 12 weeks old or under (and not older adults); sold as pets, with limited registration rights (i.e., pup will be spayed or neutered, not bred.). And if your pup came with lots of goodies and "extras", please mention that too.

I think this thread has the potential to be a really valuable resource for people looking to adopt a Yorkie pup.

Thanks in advance for all replies.

Lynn

Originally Posted by Tiskers (Post 4281587)

Hi, I'm pretty new here (and don't have my Yorkie yet) so if this is an inappropriate question, please forgive.

I realize this may be a somewhat personal question, but on several other forums I visit, cost is freely discussed. Never for judgment (i.e., you won't hear, "You paid WHAT?! I'd never pay THAT!") or for bragging ("Mine cost more, must be better...") or for the bargain shoppers ("Well, I only paid ...,") etc. It's just another stated fact from people who are comfortable disclosing.

I think that in discussing breeders, and breeding practices, and all the other nuances of research that go into making a responsible, educated decision, cost does factor in.

I have been researching what I believe to be responsible breeders and have found HUGE variances in price. From $650 to $3900 (or more) for a Yorkie pup.

Everyone's budget and comfort zone are different, of course, but when prices paid are secret and unspoken, then prospective buyers are missing what I believe is an important piece of the decision-making puzzle. While most people are not looking for a "bargain" in buying their new pup, in my humble opinion, cost is a reality.

I also realize that different parts of the country (or world) are different, so if you do disclose price, please state the general geographic area of the breeder. (if you are comfortable disclosing the breeder openly, that's awesome too!)

And just to be sure we are all on the same page, unless stated otherwise, let's assume we are talking about healthy Yorkie pups, typically 12 weeks old or under (and not older adults); sold as pets, with limited registration rights (i.e., pup will be spayed or neutered, not bred.). And if your pup came with lots of goodies and "extras", please mention that too.

I think this thread has the potential to be a really valuable resource for people looking to adopt a Yorkie pup.

Thanks in advance for all replies.

Lynn

Originally Posted by yorkylove (Post 4286146)