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Im In Search Of A Yorkie Fur Baby Hello everyone . My name is Anna . I live in Richmond, Virginia . I have been searching for a Yorkie for a long time . From the research I have done on the breed , they are everything I want . I get happy just by seeing other people with their dogs . Lol .I see so many people with this breed but everyone I come across online is charging extremely high prices and I always miss the ones that are being given away . Im here to ask ...does anyone live in Richmond, Virginia and have a "spare" Yorkie or know where I can get one really cheap ? |
I Want A Yorkie Hello everyone ! My name is Anna and I am new to the community . I have been in search of a Yorkie since I moved to Richmond, Virginia . I cant seem to find one that doesnt cost more than the rent of my apartment and I always miss out on the free ones . Do anyone have any connections to someone that I can get one from where I am located ? |
Welcome to Yorkie Talk. Be very careful when looking to buy from breeders. Price doesn't guarantee health, but bargains can end up coming with very expensive health problems and heartbreak. No matter what the price, focus on the health guarantee and the breeder's commitment to rearing healthy puppies. Many people bring puppies home with coccidia, giardia, fleas, mites, worms. Those alone are expensive to treat. Then there are the common Yorkie genetic problems of luxating patellas (legs), liver shunt, and so on. Those can run into the thousands to treat. Sometimes show breeders will hold back puppies for potential show and release them to pet homes before 1 year of age for a reasonable price (under $1000 here in Virginia). Rescues and shelters sometimes have Yorkies, but as you know, there is a high demand. Takes patience and lots of legwork. When you do find the right dog for you, look into health insurance. Best wishes in your search. |
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I completely agree ! I do not think that the price is a reflection of the health of the dog . I could never pay thousands of dollars for a dog anyway . |
I found my breeder on line. When I picked Gidget up, she told me to have a vet check her out within 48 hours. If there were any preexisting conditions, she would take her back and refund my money. I had that in writing. Took her to the vet and all was well. The rest is history. |
How much did you pay for yours ? |
I had to go out of the tri state area to find a yorkie from a reputable breeder-there were many inexpensive yorkies, but it was clear they were from backyard breederers or puppy mills. From the recommendations I found on yorkie talk, average prices in other states (outside of NY) from a reputable breeder seem to be on average $1500-2000 for pet quality (not show quality). Hope this helps! |
the recommendation I would have for you is to check out yorkie rescues or shelters. Good luck! |
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I hate to the bearer of bad news for you....but you may want to re-do all the research bc if you're looking for a "cheap one", you've got the wrong breed. Not only are they not cheap to buy, but they can be VERY expensive to own bc of all the issues that can come w/ this breed. If you've done research, then you know all the health issues that yorkies can be prone to. |
Yes . I am aware of the health issues of purebred Yorkies . Which is why I have been considering Yorkie mixes as well to offset some of the genetic problems that purebreeds have . They are beautiful . And I am determined to get one. Lol . I could have got one for $60 from an adoption agency but it would have been a 3 hour ride and we didnt have the gas at the time . It gives me hope that I can find one that is cheap . |
Thank you ! And I have been . I have found some shelters that I want to consider . |
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There are also scams everywhere online. I was looking for breeders in my area, would find lots claiming to be only to find out they were actually way across the country and would only charge a "shipping" fee of $200-$400. Good luck finding a puppy:) |
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