Originally Posted by yorkieK9trainer

So, I think I may have just mis-worded myself once more. In regards to the size, I go by the "common sense" method, or proportion method. Remember these are supposed to be square dogs. If a breeder achieves that and stays under the seven pound mark, only half their work is done. Everything in moderation and everything in proportion.

Originally Posted by yorkieK9trainer

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:mademyday

Everyone involved w/ this breed (in a breeding text) should be out to stick w/ the standard and if you're interested, make a name for yourself in the breeding community in a positive light. If there is something about the standard that you don't like-come up w/ your own reasons, join a club and voice yourself! Take it to the AKC w/ good backing and you'll be heard.
If you haven't any reason to disagree w/ the standard, breed to it. No "teacup" this/that- they're just small Yorkies (out of standard) and shouldn't be encouraged. Remember how far this breed has come from Ben back in the day around 15 lbs. I mean, we've come a LONG way w/ this breed in a relatively short time-which is why we have such a variety today. But there are those of us that truely love the breed as a breed and want it to thrive for even many more years and it can't and won't if the breeders of today don't hold themselves to a higher standard from the breeders from yesteryear. And that means taking advantage of the new tests we've created for these little dogs and showing people (thorugh showing is a fabulous campaign) that the breed as a whole is getting healthier, and still fitting the standard!
:aimeeyork I LOVE YORKIES!!! :aimeeyork

ps a good standard coat is desired and should be closely looked for, but more importantly structure (which can greatly affect health), health, and temperment.

Originally Posted by shelbysmom

I find it pretty amazing that breeders that show have to defend what they are doing on a board for pure bred dogs. If you are against showing dogs then you do not understand the reason that AKC exists or why people compete. It is not a beauty contest, it is a way to measure quality specimens of the standard of each breed. If there weren't shows pure bred dogs would disappear.

In my opinion breeders should ONLY breed if they have good specimens to breed. They don't have to show, but people that show usually understand the standard and are striving for the best. If you don't show, you should have your dogs evaluated by someone that understands the breed before you breed.

Anyone can say their dogs are good enough to breed and they make good lap warmers. There are many lap warmers available at shelters throughout the country. That is NOT the reason to be involved with pure bred dogs.

If you breed, don't dilute the breed with poor quality pups. It's sad when people own Yorkies and no one recognizes what kind of dog they have.

Originally Posted by shyorkies

Love your post, right to the point! :D I totally agree with you!

Originally Posted by dskeeter1983

ok so if I have been to shows and I know all about showing dogs , and I dont breed what does that make me.

Originally Posted by fl24019

Makes you a great Yorkie lover and mom!

Originally Posted by shyorkies

When I first started looking for a yorkie to show a few years ago, I was told by a SHOW BREEDER (not a wannabe)

Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Ah yes...and what exactly was the difference again...and which one do you consider yourself to be and why?

Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Ah yes...and what exactly was the difference again...and which one do you consider yourself to be and why?