Why are yorkies so expensive ?

[spiked_poodle]

Originally Posted by chachi

They are popular and breeders sell them for high prices because they can

Supply and demand.

[sgab80]

I would hope that people who are willing to pay for them will provide a very good home. We thought long and hard, researched and read about Yorkies and other dogs before deciding on a Yorkie---she was worth every single penney.
Not just anyone can walk up, pick up a Yorkie and take it home. They are high maintenance, fragile, tender and the best emotional investment for the right family.

[YorkieTime07]

Originally Posted by doortego

I look at it as an investment in my emotional health and couldn't get any mental health professional to treat me daily for the next 15 years for $1500

Just kidding (sort of) but how many people spend $1000 a year at Starbucks?
or just name your vice, smoking, drinking, McDonald's - you just have to decide what is important to you

That's how I look at it!! I don't drink, smoke or really have any expensive hobbies etc..so my fur baby is my expensive habit or vice or whatever you want to call him and I love him dearly and don't regret any penny that i have spent for him, on him or what I will spend everytime I go into a store, be it in person or online!!! lol

[ladybugg74]

Hallee and Gracie are worth every penny and then some. I would not sell them for a million dollars...literally.

[coffeechloe]

I have to agree with what has been said, you can't put a price on a yorkie, what price happiness? I took out a bank loan to buy my little friend, the best £400 I have ever spent! I am saving up for a little sister or brother for next year.

I better get off this site now and do some work or I'll get fired!!

[yorkieusa]

Originally Posted by girdygirl

Question ....Why are yorkies so expensive when other breeds go for $300 to $500? People are paying 1000 on up for yorkies they cant breed or show....why are they sold for such high price?

Because they are worth it and they'll let you know that at every opportunity, too!

[Miley's mom]

They are so expensive......because the yorkshire Terrier is just the best breed to have , besides being sooo popular they have everything a pet lover is looking for....is just like a baby that never grows up, I LOVE MY YORKIES!

[johaufares]

Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

Yorkies are a small breed and in high demand. They have very small litters (usually 2-4) opposed to say a lab that has 10 puppies. Smaller litters means less puppies means more per puppy. Plus a higher price per puppy hopefully deters a lot of people that don't have the money to spend on higher vet bills, grooming costs, etc. that comes with owning a yorkie as opposed to a larger, stronger breed of dog

Hi I am new in the site like I am a new yorkie mom, my baby is 6 months and me and my family love him so much. I really enjoy the information I got here and it really helped me a lot with my puppy and I thank everybody for all the post about health, grooming etc it really really helped me a lot. But we are not people who have money like that, well we work hard to have everything we need wich is nothing different about other people who work hard too, but what I tried to say is me and my husband saved the money to get our baby for a year, plus we open a savings account for him during that period of time for an emergency, health problems etc just like one we have for our son. We live like a working class persons, (in a very simple way) we dont have to much to spend in fancy stuff, but we are a very responsible persons and we know the commitment we did when we decided to bring Rex to our lives and I can assure you something with honesty, Rex (my furbaby) will never be more happy and loved in other place or home like he is with us, and may be We cant buy him a fancy plate or an spensive shirt or clothes or a super nice collar but he is happy with what he have and I know it every morning when we get up and he is waiting for us to take him outside waggling his little tail and he always look at me with love in his eyes because he know mammy spoil him in the way he know and like better with a lot of love, playing with him, rubbing his belly and telling him all the time how much mammy love him. He have everything he need, a good plate with a healthy and good food with his bottle water, healthy treats and good grooming supplies, a lot of toys and the best of the bed, mammy's pillow hahaha!. I am not trying to be rude or nothing compare what I tried to say is, dogs dosent know if the plate in where they are eating cost $20.00 or $2.99 or if the collar have reals pearls or just diamond's imitation and its cost $8.00 what they really care is how they feel with the person who take care of them and love them and if that person make them happiers and secure, for me that what it count. And I am not saying health and grooming and the appropriate care for the puppy is not important because for me is priority but some time people really dont have the money to buy a spensive dog if is not with sacrify, but that dosent mean that dog is not made it for that kind of person, cause I know people who sacrifying themselves to take care of there pets no matter what they have to do. Well I just wanted everybody know my feelings but this is my personal point of view and may be not everybody is thinking the same way I do and I respect that, thanks all of you because your advices and comments are really helping me a lot to rase my little one. Take care and god bless all of you.

[AMD]

Originally Posted by spiked_poodle

Supply and demand.

That's just what I was going to say. I wish they couldn't charge so much because then puppy mills/backyard breeders wouldn't care to breed.

[mminichan]

I just wonder what breed is most expensive in general? Is it Yorkie???

[reeses]

Im not really sure why they are so expensive. Maybe cause they are the best dogs ever!!! They seriously are worth every bit of what you pay for them!

[mminichan]

If Yorkie is #2 in the country (US), what is the most popular #1 breed in US??? I can't think of any other breed is as cute as Yorkie!! Go Yorkie!!

[Anna Banana]

Originally Posted by johaufares

Hi I am new in the site like I am a new yorkie mom, my baby is 6 months and me and my family love him so much. I really enjoy the information I got here and it really helped me a lot with my puppy and I thank everybody for all the post about health, grooming etc it really really helped me a lot. But we are not people who have money like that, well we work hard to have everything we need wich is nothing different about other people who work hard too, but what I tried to say is me and my husband saved the money to get our baby for a year, plus we open a savings account for him during that period of time for an emergency, health problems etc just like one we have for our son. We live like a working class persons, (in a very simple way) we dont have to much to spend in fancy stuff, but we are a very responsible persons and we know the commitment we did when we decided to bring Rex to our lives and I can assure you something with honesty, Rex (my furbaby) will never be more happy and loved in other place or home like he is with us, and may be We cant buy him a fancy plate or an spensive shirt or clothes or a super nice collar but he is happy with what he have and I know it every morning when we get up and he is waiting for us to take him outside waggling his little tail and he always look at me with love in his eyes because he know mammy spoil him in the way he know and like better with a lot of love, playing with him, rubbing his belly and telling him all the time how much mammy love him. He have everything he need, a good plate with a healthy and good food with his bottle water, healthy treats and good grooming supplies, a lot of toys and the best of the bed, mammy's pillow hahaha!. I am not trying to be rude or nothing compare what I tried to say is, dogs dosent know if the plate in where they are eating cost $20.00 or $2.99 or if the collar have reals pearls or just diamond's imitation and its cost $8.00 what they really care is how they feel with the person who take care of them and love them and if that person make them happiers and secure, for me that what it count. And I am not saying health and grooming and the appropriate care for the puppy is not important because for me is priority but some time people really dont have the money to buy a spensive dog if is not with sacrify, but that dosent mean that dog is not made it for that kind of person, cause I know people who sacrifying themselves to take care of there pets no matter what they have to do. Well I just wanted everybody know my feelings but this is my personal point of view and may be not everybody is thinking the same way I do and I respect that, thanks all of you because your advices and comments are really helping me a lot to rase my little one. Take care and god bless all of you.

MyFairLacy wasn't rude, at all, and your implication that she was is really unappreciated.

She never said that any dog needed to wear a diamond collar to be cared for, but she did say that yorkies are dependent on vet visits and grooming in a way that other breeds are not.

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by johaufares

Hi I am new in the site like I am a new yorkie mom, my baby is 6 months and me and my family love him so much. I really enjoy the information I got here and it really helped me a lot with my puppy and I thank everybody for all the post about health, grooming etc it really really helped me a lot. But we are not people who have money like that, well we work hard to have everything we need wich is nothing different about other people who work hard too, but what I tried to say is me and my husband saved the money to get our baby for a year, plus we open a savings account for him during that period of time for an emergency, health problems etc just like one we have for our son. We live like a working class persons, (in a very simple way) we dont have to much to spend in fancy stuff, but we are a very responsible persons and we know the commitment we did when we decided to bring Rex to our lives and I can assure you something with honesty, Rex (my furbaby) will never be more happy and loved in other place or home like he is with us, and may be We cant buy him a fancy plate or an spensive shirt or clothes or a super nice collar but he is happy with what he have and I know it every morning when we get up and he is waiting for us to take him outside waggling his little tail and he always look at me with love in his eyes because he know mammy spoil him in the way he know and like better with a lot of love, playing with him, rubbing his belly and telling him all the time how much mammy love him. He have everything he need, a good plate with a healthy and good food with his bottle water, healthy treats and good grooming supplies, a lot of toys and the best of the bed, mammy's pillow hahaha!. I am not trying to be rude or nothing compare what I tried to say is, dogs dosent know if the plate in where they are eating cost $20.00 or $2.99 or if the collar have reals pearls or just diamond's imitation and its cost $8.00 what they really care is how they feel with the person who take care of them and love them and if that person make them happiers and secure, for me that what it count. And I am not saying health and grooming and the appropriate care for the puppy is not important because for me is priority but some time people really dont have the money to buy a spensive dog if is not with sacrify, but that dosent mean that dog is not made it for that kind of person, cause I know people who sacrifying themselves to take care of there pets no matter what they have to do. Well I just wanted everybody know my feelings but this is my personal point of view and may be not everybody is thinking the same way I do and I respect that, thanks all of you because your advices and comments are really helping me a lot to rase my little one. Take care and god bless all of you.

I never said anything about the the "wants" we provide for our yorkies (collars, clothes, carriers, etc.). I only refered to the necessary things - vet bills, grooming, food, etc. A lot of people don't realize how much it costs to own a dog, especially a small long-haired breed. You'd think a big dog would cost you more in the long run (and probably does with food) but little dogs cost just as much as a large dog to have and usually more. If you have a big dog with diarrhea, you will probably be fine to get your dog to the vet the next morning when they open, but if you have a tiny 3lb yorkie with diarrhea you may need to go to the emergency clinic in the middle of the night because they could so easily become dehydrated and hypoglycemic. They are a long haired breed so they require regular grooming, need a high quality food because they don't eat much and need to be able to get as much nutrients from it as possible, and somehow these little ones usually just need to go to the vet more (they are so little that we just worry over every little thing!). And do you know how many people want a yorkie becasue they are small and cute? There are so many people that would buy a yorkie on the spur of a moment if given the opportunity if they cost less and a lot of those people don't know enough about the breed and aren't prepared to own one. When people see the hefty pricetags on these yorkies, it makes most of them step back and really think - do I really want this dog? They'll start to research the breed, ask others about them, look at different breeders....not too many people want to just blow $1000 on something they aren't sure if they want or not. You knew you wanted a yorkie and took the time to prepare for owning one which is a great thing! I wish more people would do this when thinking about buying any type of dog! Again, I never mentioned buying all the fancy extras most of us buy our babies. Maybe you are getting this from seeing some of the other threads I've posted on. Yes, I spend a lot of money on my dog - she has a closet filled with clothes, collars, carriers, and bows, etc...I just love to buy things for her. She does not need these things and would be just fine with a couple toys, a dish for her food and water, a harness and leash, and maybe a sweater for when it is cold outside. What dogs need most is love and affection from their family. If you are providing the basic needs for your dog and taking it to the vet when needed and giving it the love and attention it deserves, that's all your dog needs. Everything else is just for fun! I mean really my dog could probably care a less what I put on her...the outfits are more for me (I just like to pretend she cares)..I just have fun with them. I'd much rather see someone loving their dog and meeting their basic needs than someone who buys fancy collars and clothes for their dog to dress them up but doesn't spend anytime loving their dog.

[daisysis]

I have 3 yorkies and bought at differnet price. I am not rich I just love this breed.. However why do most think if you can not afford a yorkie you do not deserve one.
That is so untrue....Dishing out $800 to $1000 all at once is different than pay for a $40 vet shot. all at once..
I know alot of people that I gave a yorkie too that could not afford one.
They have wonderful loveing homes. Updated on shots ..and they would go in debt if there furbaby would get sick.
That is really harsh to say People that can not afford a yorkie could not care for them the right way.
I do not understand why they are so pricey
But, I do know once you get one they are worth millions to you