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We know a breeder who continues to breed a cardiac issue into her line which does not get noticed for a year or two. She counties to refuse to DNA test, or discuss the fault with potential buyers. The dogs are beautiful but die young unfortunately. The breeder must find this acceptable because during the show season, while finishing the dogs, and having their fist littler, they are fine. Clearly all she care about are the wins, the ribbons, and the next litter, no consideration for the dogs! I can not stomach that, it she manages to perpetuate the great breeder persona and a following of loyal people,to,keep,itmall going. Every time I see her at a show I want the throw up:eek: |
Wow I am sad to read this. I did not know that LP was an extremely common occurrence in Yorkies. I breed Biewers and have since 2004. At the age of a year, I take all my breeding dogs to the vet for OFA checking on patellas. This goes a long with doing DNA, Diversity testing, coi matching, and vet exams. I don't understand how a breeder who consistently breeds bad patalleas hasn't been outed. And suspended from YTCA. |
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Buyers beware Unfortunately, a lot of buyers do not even know the questions to ask. I learned the hard way with a sheltie we bought many years ago. I knew nothing in a sad sort of way except the breeder said "sheltie". I didn't spend time with the parents, know about health checks, etc. Since then we have had two dogs. It's a bit uncomfortable to be really assertive when talking to breeders before even going to see a puppy. There were a lot of "thank you for your time"....click..........never call again moments before we found our breeder and puppy. I question the practice of breeders preselling pups and accepting deposits. I understand there are reputable breeders, but not all puppies are a good match for all owners so a deposit puts pressure on the buyer. We had naively thought we might let our girl have a litter before spaying and then we began to do research and learned we couldn't possibly know enough to be prepared to do what a good breeder does. Those of us who have great pups really appreciate great breeders. |
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We had spoken at length with her and she had offered to assist. But given the whole of the responsibility would be ours and we knew what it took to find a correct male even with assistance, successfully breed, and the whole birth, registration, taking care of newborns, vet care, vaccination, and choosing good homes we knew we were way in over our heads. |
Our little girl, Rin, has grade 2 (very close to 3) LP. Our vet's recommendation: 1. maintain a healthy weight 2. exercise daily 3. glucosamine supplement 4. Limit jumping (this is the most difficult) our vet keeps an eye on the knees. Thankfully, surgery has never been recommended. Rin will be 9 in a couple of months and does well. This can be managed (at the lower level). Shame on that breeder. She should see how many times she can dislocate her knee cap and continue to feel good. |
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Hi! I'm new here and looking to find a reputable breeder not to far from Bergen County, NJ... any suggestions? I've had 2 yorkies in the past that had a slew of health issues that I purchased at a pet store and want to avoid at all costs! |
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