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I think there's a bit of a misunderstanding. I wasn't trying to suggest people were jealous of ME. The jealousy I was talking about was on prominent display by breeders (or friends of breeders) in this forum directed towards Terry. They are green with envy because Terry is raising nicer and more desired puppies than they are able to produce. And obviously because smaller dogs are both harder to raise and in higher demand they go for a higher price. That just infuriates breeders who can only produce bigger dogs. |
I just skimmed this last page, haven't read all the posts. But I'm starting to hate the term 'backyard breeder'. It's just too generic. I have no desire to have a show quality dog. I want dogs who are primarily bred to be pets, with things like obedience, conformation, agility, etc, coming in second. My definition of backyard breeder is a heck of a lot different than "A backyard breeder is trying to breed a nice well socialized puppy for the pet market." |
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I do think it is possible for someone to not show their dogs yet still breed healthy puppies.(they have quality stock and do health testing on the parents, socialize the puppies and keep them with the mom for 12 weeks (preferred))......that's different than what I would call a backyard breeder bc that term has a negative association to it |
First to the OP welcome to YT. I have been here a few years and have found so much info from some of the very best breeders around. Yes there are many heated conversations but that is because of the passion we all feel for our babies. I purchased my first yorkie from a puppy mill before I knew what they were. So far he has been healthy but who knows what is in his future(all good we pray) but who really knows. We have a tiny little 3 lb girl too who is very healthy but she came from a 6lb mom and a 5lb sire. People who breed these tiny little ones purposely are just asking for health issues. Do they care? Probably not because after all it is the person who bought these puppies who's hearts will be broken. Sure they offer a replacement, like I said their hearts aren't involved. I think you will find a lot of good information here if you decide to stay but as far as the breeders here being jealous I find that highly unlikely. I pray you puppy has a long and healthy life but I also pray that if this breeder is purposely breeding tiny little pups and causing so much heartache not only for the owners but these precious little lives that the news will spread and she will no longer have a business to discuss. |
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For example I am friends with one of the top Biewer Breeders. Her dogs. All in long coat run around the house. They are not even wrapped. They go outside with her children and play. They even go play in the snow. But when they are in the ring . . . Incredible. Galen comes from a show breeder. He is the most well a just boy. He is not afraid of anything not even a shop vac. . . And that is the breeder. And I know a few people here that met Galen when he is a pup can say that. Quote:
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WEIGHT & HEIGHT: Up to 22cm (8 inches)in height and a weight of about 3.1 kg. (6.5 lbs) The thing that the reputable breeders do not do is to breed a female smaller then 5 lbs. it is not safe for the pups or the mother. And even in the AKC . . . A judge will not give points to a tiny female. She view it as a waste because the dog will not be breed. And these dogs are there to better the breed. Galen comes from a reputable breeder. He was charting about 4.5 lbs. He stopped at 3.5lbs. When I got him at 2lbs. He is so tiny. I had to watch everything. One wrong step . . . I had Nutrical on hand all the time and still do. . . He is not allowed to go up and down the stairs. If he falls he can hurt himself. He does not jump off the couch or chair. I have an ex pen to keep him when I go out. So he doesn't get hurt or eat something he shouldn't. When we are out in public most of the time he is picked up because people do not watch were they are going.Someone can step on him. I had to put a potty pad down for the winter because it was way too cold for him to go out. These are just some of the things I do to keep my little guy safe and healthy. I am home. I can spend my time taking care of him. Most people work. I can not see leaving a little one without supervision all day. I get stopped all the time. . . Oh he is cute I want one that small . . .then I tell them all of that. They are like . . WOW I did not know. Maybe I should look for a large sized one.. The thing is a 5-6 or even 8 lbs dog is not big. You can still put them in a bag and carry them around. And take them everywhere. It is the celebrities that made this popular. But they have the resources to pay for medical and care for them. The average person does not. Good luck with your pup. I hope he is always happy and healthy. |
I don't care at all about "Breed Standards" or the show ring or ribbons. For me it's all about having a calm loving well socialized puppy. That's what I got from Terry. If that makes people jealous or angry and they want to sit back and throw cowardly anonymous stones at her... well nothing I can do about that. |
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The best thing I heard was from my vet when I brought him in for his wellness exam . . .. Now the practice has been around for over 100 years. . . He hasn't ;) But He has owned the practice for 32 years . . .anyway, he said Galen was the best and healthiest "Yorkie" he has ever see. Btw I live in NY |
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BTW....Welcome to YorkieTalk :) |
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My stones are never anonymous, I write my message on every single stone I throw....based on fact. You my friend have been misled and misguided and don't want to accept that, its ok. I hope for your pups sake they live a long and happy life.... |
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(thumb up) and yes read and read some more here on YT. |
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