Maintenance Cost For Keeping a Yorkie Teacup?

[matese]

Originally Posted by Torguy

WOW, this really is an Amazing community! I want to first thank all of you for putting the time and effort into answering my question!


I was planning on buying from a place called Minipups.ca, has anyone heard of them?...They come up when I search for breeders in my area (Toronto), but they charge like $2500 for "Teacups" as you guys mentioned to be careful of.

However they are selling lots, I mean every time they are sold out and they sell the next set of puppies the next month, and they offer Warranties and only sell to be people in person they feel are fit to look after the dog etc...


So I guess from my understanding from these posts, my initial costs will be expensive, but thereafter will be much cheaper generally speaking? So on average around $600 a year give or take.


Lastly, can anyone recommend a reputable Breeder in Toronto that's sells the smaller size Yorkies?


Thanks again!!

Be very careful of this "breeder" they sound like a broker not a breeder to me. A female comes into season twice a year which means she could have two litters a year. A breeder would have to have many, many females that come into season a month or two apart from each other if they sell all puppies and have more puppies to sell the next month. A broker is a person that sells puppies not a breeder, you may never know who the actual breeder is, a broker can sell puppy mill puppies.
A breeder cannot guarantee the exact weight a puppy will be as an adult, but can give you a ball park weight, and that's not even a sure thing unless the breeder has researched sire and dam's generations back to ensure there are standard litters (5 to 7 lbs) in their lines.
$2500.00 is average price for a quality yorkie here in Pa and NY with a good health guarantee. Hopefully others will weigh in on breeders in your area and possibly this Minipups.ca. Good luck

[matese]

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[Mayzoo]

minipups.ca google hits:

https://www.facebook.com/PeopleAgain...55117667869067

I am thinking of buying a puppy from minipups, located in Georgetown. Has anyone ever heard of this breeder? Any experie?

Maltese/Yorkie breeders in GTA? - RedFlagDeals.com Forums


Based on these, minipups is not a breeder, but a broker.

[Torguy]

Originally Posted by Mayzoo

minipups.ca google hits:

https://www.facebook.com/PeopleAgain...55117667869067

I am thinking of buying a puppy from minipups, located in Georgetown. Has anyone ever heard of this breeder? Any experie?

Maltese/Yorkie breeders in GTA? - RedFlagDeals.com Forums


Based on these, minipups is not a breeder, but a broker.

I dunno, these are all speculative, I am in no way trying to defend anyone here but you'll never for sure I guess, but I hate making assumptions.

For all I know that guy on the Facebook could be trying to put genuine people out of business for whatever reason, who knows really unless he is part of the "Animal Authorities or something more legit.

[lisaly]

My little girl came from a show breeder just north of Toronto. She breeds for health, temperament, and conformation. Her dogs are wonderful, and she is the epitome of what it means to be a reputable breeder who breeds to better the breed. All puppies are given BAT tests. Two of my dear friends from Yorkietalk have pups from her, and they are the reason I have Katie. Katie is one of her little girls who was shown to her championship and had two litters of puppies before she was retired from breeding at a young age. She is a very happy, confident little girl with an amazing temperament. I believe this is so because of the love, attention, and training she received from her other mom, Ilona Rodionova. She breeds dogs who are within the standard,but at times might have a smaller pup. My friend's pup is five pounds, which is still very tiny.

Rigair Yorkshire Terriers CKC Reg. We breed only top quality yorkshire terriers

[YB 2]

Hi there! I have a yorkie she is about 4 1/2 lbs I totally get your problem when I was looking I had to look for teacup too even people don't seem to like the word becuse I wanted a baby 5 lbs it less full grown. I think that these size are actually easier to take care of there are very little loyal they don't require too much walking every day which is great if you have abusier schedule. It's great they are so little they just want to cuddle up next to you. The coat stated above are pretty true what cost the most I think is obviously emergencies but also if you live in an are where they need to be on flle and tick and heart worm preventative year round problem that will cost around 200 it's cheaper for the litler ones you don't need that much. The is one problem I fear for you though I have had this problem before becuse I was looking for a smaller so f I highly suggest you take this advice to prevent a lot of heart ache trust me I have experienced it first hand. If you are looking fmkr a little doggy like 5lbs or less. Unless you are expert and experienced in dealing with pups the mortality rate is very hight because they grow up to be tiny when they Are pups they are extremly delicat I personally had had 2 pups pass away after spending thousands on vet bills the vet said that when they are all small as puppies sometimes it is very hard for them To make it. This is why I suggest trying to get a doggie 1 year and over. I I did that with all of mine and it was the best decision on I ever mad. They are still extremly easy to train and they are healthy you get the them are much easier the least to take care of they are potty trained and everything they are also they full weight lot of breeders will tell you that they will be smalll and them they get to be quite large as a full grown leg . Plus they are not puppies much much much easer to take care of the vet bull is significantly less if you give them love and feed them we'll and high quality food there is no resin GUI shiukd have high expensises. Inhagly suggest getting and older cog if you want a smaller one and I truly be,kicked that every sig mimics there owner no matter the age I adopted a senior doc and she has changes so much after being with me now she is just the mellowest sweetest dog it's all about the right attitude and growing. Good luck trust me Nikki whoever hard it is it took me for ever to find my fur babies but it's worth it i. The end!

[ironmike86]

Originally Posted by Torguy

WOW, this really is an Amazing community! I want to first thank all of you for putting the time and effort into answering my question!


I was planning on buying from a place called Minipups.ca, has anyone heard of them?...They come up when I search for breeders in my area (Toronto), but they charge like $2500 for "Teacups" as you guys mentioned to be careful of.

However they are selling lots, I mean every time they are sold out and they sell the next set of puppies the next month, and they offer Warranties and only sell to be people in person they feel are fit to look after the dog etc...


So I guess from my understanding from these posts, my initial costs will be expensive, but thereafter will be much cheaper generally speaking? So on average around $600 a year give or take.


Lastly, can anyone recommend a reputable Breeder in Toronto that's sells the smaller size Yorkies?


Thanks again!!

IME go to a dog show. Meet some breeders. $2500 is to much for a puppy. You will only get pet quality. But for that much you should get breeding rights and top lines. But as a Novice a Breeder won't sell on to you. They breed for there next dog. JMO Calendar of Events

[gemy]

Yorkshire Terrier club of Canada - we have our National Specialty at the end of November. This would be a good thing to attend as many top show breeders will be there. www.cyta.ca Nov 28th in Mississauga - I don't have show addy yet it has not been posted In previous years it has been at the International Center near to Toronto airport aka Lester B Pearson.


I can recommend www.rigair.com that is Ilona and Tanyas website


Oz's Yorkshire Terriers Loretta Serafini - she is in Mississauga.


Durrer Yorkshire Terriers is out of town - Betty Ann Durrer she is about 1.5 to 2 hr drive away.


Pet Insurance I know for a fact Trupanion covers genetic defects and you definitely want an insurance that does. Many pet insurance sites will give you a quote on line so that you can get some sense of monthly costs. I highly advise pet insurance. You also want to be covered for accidents - be it a car accident or travelling by air bus or train.


In Toronto vet costs are quite high. But you have to weigh in factors such as convenience including location and their hours of operation there are more reasonable vets in different areas of the city.


$500-$600 for annual vet visits including bloodwork and heartworm meds is about right. Dentals are extra and will cost you anaesthesia and any tooth extractions. I suggest you factor in the costs and do do regular teeth brushing - some oral gel to avoid plaque buildup. In fact teeth health is one question you want to ask the breeder - teeth health is genetic and you want to know how her lines fair in that department.


If you are interested in going to the Nationals drop me a line - I will be there - possibly showing my veteran.

[gemy]

Originally Posted by ironmike86

IME go to a dog show. Meet some breeders. $2500 is to much for a puppy. You will only get pet quality. But for that much you should get breeding rights and top lines. But as a Novice a Breeder won't sell on to you. They breed for there next dog. JMO Calendar of Events

I am sorry Mike but $2500 is not enough for a top quality Yorkie with breeding rights.


How-ever I do agree and even in Toronto area $2500 is too much for a pet quality Yorkie. Its been awhile but count on $1500-top $2000 for a pet quality Yorkie. I don't deal with folks who market and sell tinies so I have no idea what idiotic premium they put on these dogs.

[ironmike86]

Originally Posted by gemy

I am sorry Mike but $2500 is not enough for a top quality Yorkie with breeding rights.


How-ever I do agree and even in Toronto area $2500 is too much for a pet quality Yorkie. Its been awhile but count on $1500-top $2000 for a pet quality Yorkie. I don't deal with folks who market and sell tinies so I have no idea what idiotic premium they put on these dogs.

I wasn't implying a Top Yorkie who already proved themselves. Or I didn't mean to. But A puppy with breeding rights you can get that. From top lines. Still doesn't mean it will show well...Maybe I should rephrase everything. I can. Because I know the right ppl. Maybe someone not in it can. $1500-2000k is right there for the ones passed for showing

[ironmike86]

Originally Posted by gemy

Yorkshire Terrier club of Canada - we have our National Specialty at the end of November. This would be a good thing to attend as many top show breeders will be there. www.cyta.ca Nov 28th in Mississauga -
Durrer Yorkshire Terriers is out of town - Betty Ann Durrer she is about 1.5

If you are interested in going to the Nationals drop me a line - I will be there - possibly showing my veteran.

OP I think this would be the best thing you can do. Before you spend alot of $$. You want to see the best representation of the breed. You want to learn what they are really suppose to look like. Yeah they are all cuties. But if you are willing to spend large amounts of money. Go to someone who lives Yorkie. Not to one who just pumps out litters. At first you don't notice the short legs,long legs short neck long necks. Flat top line, roach back eye set, ect ect. but after awhile you can't help your self.JMO Dog Shows are fun also

[ironmike86]

Originally Posted by Torguy

WOW, this really is an Amazing community! I want to first thank all of you for putting the time and effort into answering my question!


I was planning on buying from a place called Minipups.ca, has anyone heard of them?...They come up when I search for breeders in my area (Toronto), but they charge like $2500 for "Teacups" as you guys mentioned to be careful of.

However they are selling lots, I mean every time they are sold out and they sell the next set of puppies the next month, and they offer Warranties and only sell to be people in person they feel are fit to look after the dog etc...


So I guess from my understanding from these posts, my initial costs will be expensive, but thereafter will be much cheaper generally speaking? So on average around $600 a year give or take.


Lastly, can anyone recommend a reputable Breeder in Toronto that's sells the smaller size Yorkies?


Thanks again!!

I don't know that breeder. But ppl I know theres always a waiting period. Or list. They aren't pumping out puppies also. They breed for their next Champion. I was on a 2yr waiting list for a female. JME I should say always a waiting list its timing and the breeders near you. JME. But I know one thing they should not always have pups and sell out every month or two

[Yorkiemom1]

Originally Posted by gemy

I am sorry Mike but $2500 is not enough for a top quality Yorkie with breeding rights.


How-ever I do agree and even in Toronto area $2500 is too much for a pet quality Yorkie. Its been awhile but count on $1500-top $2000 for a pet quality Yorkie. I don't deal with folks who market and sell tinies so I have no idea what idiotic premium they put on these dogs.

My Yorkies, depending on the parents/looks/bloodlines/show potential, will go for as much as $3000.00......but most are 2000.00- 2500.00......but my babies do not leave here until they are 14-16 weeks old and are are fully vaccinated and microchipped....paper trained....a new owner has no expense except spay/neutering at 8 months age, and a rabies shot.....and they have a HEALTHY dog that will not require any additional expenses. THAT is a whole lot better than spending $800.00 on a puppy, having to pay for all shots and then hopefully, there will be no vet bills.....several of my owners came to me after going down this road, $600.00-$800.00 for their puppy, then an additional $4000.00-$6500.00 trying to save their sick puppy with birth defects that died anyway.....I charge just enough to cover the amount of money and time I have invested in that baby, seldom doing better than breaking even......but most importantly, they will have a healthy, well socialized, well adjusted, loving baby.

[Yorkiemom1]

Originally Posted by ironmike86

I don't know that breeder. But ppl I know theres always a waiting period. Or list. They aren't pumping out puppies also. They breed for their next Champion. I was on a 2yr waiting list for a female. JME I should say always a waiting list its timing and the breeders near you. JME. But I know one thing they should not always have pups and sell out every month or two

My longest wait list for a baby was a little over 30 months....but they waited, gladly, and eventually we had their little man and they are to this day, thrilled with that little man! If you are going to be rewarded at the end of the wait with a healthy baby, and a respected breeder that will stand by you if there ever are genetic problems, the wait and price is worth it.

[ironmike86]

Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

My longest wait list for a baby was a little over 30 months....but they waited, gladly, and eventually we had their little man and they are to this day, thrilled with that little man! If you are going to be rewarded at the end of the wait with a healthy baby, and a respected breeder that will stand by you if there ever are genetic problems, the wait and price is worth it.

Yup. More time to save anyways. Certain dog breeds that are plauged with greeders and puppy mills. Pll need to be careful.