Sophie's results are in and she is blue born - YorkieTalk.com Forums

SweetChloe · 04-30-2018, 09:33 AM

Well the title says it all guys. I got the results in and she has dd so diluted and therefore blue born. I am going to contact the breeder to ask for a refund of the cost to purchase her and NO she can't have my dog back. This is a woman who professed over 40 decades of breeding yorkies so there is no way that I would believe she wouldn't be surprised to see a silver newborn and she should know that's a cause for concern.

No matter the results or the outcome with the breeder I am so very lucky to have this wonderful little girl in my life. Knowing she is blue born will give me the opportunity to watch for any health concerns that may likely arise. My vet has had three other diluted dogs and is very knowledgeable regarding health issues and care.

Am I upset? Oh Hell ya I am very angry. I am angry that she lied to me, that she didn't care enough about Sophie to ensure that the person who would care for her would be up for the possible challenges. Sophie could have wound up in a shelter. She could have wound up in a home that wasn't prepared, able or willing to provide for a pup with health issues. She shouldn't profit from that.

I wanted a rescue originally. I didn't rescue as I have three dogs and ones not a huge fan of strange dogs. I knew that he would be okay with a puppy and he loves her. So in a way I rescued Sophie and I don't regret it for a second <3

matese · 04-30-2018, 09:56 AM

I am so sorry to hear this, but at least you are aware and know what to look for, and your vet is familiar with cases such as this. Lousy so called breeder, she knew she had a blue and yet sold her, she should have kept that baby. She will continue breeding that pair, greeder not breeder.

KatysMom · 04-30-2018, 10:38 AM

Oh, SweetChloe.

You wrote, "My vet has had three other diluted dogs and is very knowledgeable regarding health issues and care." That is a comfort.

I'm so sorry that you and Sofie have to go through this. Bless you for loving the little one.

maxdog · 04-30-2018, 11:10 AM

Sophie is so lucky that the two of you found each other.

Lovetodream88 · 04-30-2018, 01:06 PM

Well I am glad she is doing very well for that then. I doubt you will get money back from the breeder. I personally would make sure to get her name out there though so people will not buy from her.

lilgidget · 04-30-2018, 01:11 PM

I'm sorry but I have no idea what a diluted dog is. Can someone explain that to me?

Jkpal · 04-30-2018, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by lilgidget

I'm sorry but I have no idea what a diluted dog is. Can someone explain that to me?

Yes, what is a 'diluted' dog and what does blue born mean to the dog and it's owner? I agree absolutely that the breeder's name should be known and why. Inexcusable and cruel and go for the refund as hard as you can--if only to hassle breeder, but you truly deserve money back and I imagine it will go to expenses for sweet Sophie.

pstinard · 04-30-2018, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by lilgidget

I'm sorry but I have no idea what a diluted dog is. Can someone explain that to me?

A dilute (blue born) dog has mutant d/d alleles at the D locus. In Yorkshire terriers, this can result in skin issues called color dilution alopecia. Here is a link to an article about this:

https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-p...opecia-in-dogs

Lovetodream88 · 04-30-2018, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by pstinard

A dilute (blue born) dog has mutant d/d alleles at the D locus. In Yorkshire terriers, this can result in skin issues called color dilution alopecia. Here is a link to an article about this:

https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-p...opecia-in-dogs

Low immune systems seems to be an issue as well.

nanajoy · 04-30-2018, 05:22 PM

Our Beauregarde has the nickname "the world's most expensive rescue dog". Unknown to us, he had been returned FOUR TIMES, and was 7 mos. old (not the 3 mos. old that we were told) when we got him. It took him quite awhile to settle in and trust that he had a forever home this time around.

Our vet declared him unfit for sale...he had stage 2 patella problems in all four legs, had a hernia repair, and a huge infection scar at the site of his microchip. We argued back and forth regarding refund, and arrived at a 7-year health guarantee for future knee surgeries.

He is now 11.5 years old, and has not needed any surgeries so far. He is slower moving, but still plays when his brothers do about every three to four days. He is not in pain, and enjoys life to the fullest.

Sometimes bonds are instant and lifelong. I am so happy that Sophie found you, and know that her life will be blessed by having you there! Best wishes.

SweetChloe · 04-30-2018, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nanajoy

Our Beauregarde has the nickname "the world's most expensive rescue dog". Unknown to us, he had been returned FOUR TIMES, and was 7 mos. old (not the 3 mos. old that we were told) when we got him. It took him quite awhile to settle in and trust that he had a forever home this time around.

Our vet declared him unfit for sale...he had stage 2 patella problems in all four legs, had a hernia repair, and a huge infection scar at the site of his microchip. We argued back and forth regarding refund, and arrived at a 7-year health guarantee for future knee surgeries.

He is now 11.5 years old, and has not needed any surgeries so far. He is slower moving, but still plays when his brothers do about every three to four days. He is not in pain, and enjoys life to the fullest.

Sometimes bonds are instant and lifelong. I am so happy that Sophie found you, and know that her life will be blessed by having you there! Best wishes.

The instant bond, that's how it was with Sophie. When I first met her she was an itty bitty girl and so nervous. I placed her on the floor and kneeled down so my face was at floor level. She ran to the kitchen turned around, ran back, gave a little nip to my nose, made a cute little mep bark and stuck her butt in the air. I was smitten lol. I don't regret a day with her and in spite of her insane barking (in puppy school with private trainer coming in a couple weeks) she is perfect. No possible future health issues will ever change that.

It's awful what your little one went through! I am so glad you found him

Every pup deserves the love and care you have given your boy. Besides they give so much back

04-30-2018, 09:33 AM	#1
SweetChloe Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: ONTARIO Posts: 33	Sophie's results are in and she is blue born Well the title says it all guys. I got the results in and she has dd so diluted and therefore blue born. I am going to contact the breeder to ask for a refund of the cost to purchase her and NO she can't have my dog back. This is a woman who professed over 40 decades of breeding yorkies so there is no way that I would believe she wouldn't be surprised to see a silver newborn and she should know that's a cause for concern. No matter the results or the outcome with the breeder I am so very lucky to have this wonderful little girl in my life. Knowing she is blue born will give me the opportunity to watch for any health concerns that may likely arise. My vet has had three other diluted dogs and is very knowledgeable regarding health issues and care. Am I upset? Oh Hell ya I am very angry. I am angry that she lied to me, that she didn't care enough about Sophie to ensure that the person who would care for her would be up for the possible challenges. Sophie could have wound up in a shelter. She could have wound up in a home that wasn't prepared, able or willing to provide for a pup with health issues. She shouldn't profit from that. I wanted a rescue originally. I didn't rescue as I have three dogs and ones not a huge fan of strange dogs. I knew that he would be okay with a puppy and he loves her. So in a way I rescued Sophie and I don't regret it for a second <3

04-30-2018, 09:56 AM	#2
matese Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: E.Stroudsburg, Pa. Posts: 69,269	I am so sorry to hear this, but at least you are aware and know what to look for, and your vet is familiar with cases such as this. Lousy so called breeder, she knew she had a blue and yet sold her, she should have kept that baby. She will continue breeding that pair, greeder not breeder. __________________ Joan, mom to Cody RIP Matese Schnae Kajon Kia forever in my A House Is Not A Home Without A Dog

04-30-2018, 11:10 AM	#4
maxdog Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Brownstown MI USA Posts: 18,650	Sophie is so lucky that the two of you found each other. __________________ Max & Sasha's daddy

04-30-2018, 01:06 PM	#5
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,249	Well I am glad she is doing very well for that then. I doubt you will get money back from the breeder. I personally would make sure to get her name out there though so people will not buy from her. __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

04-30-2018, 05:22 PM	#10
nanajoy YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Kissimmee, FL Posts: 870	Our Beauregarde has the nickname "the world's most expensive rescue dog". Unknown to us, he had been returned FOUR TIMES, and was 7 mos. old (not the 3 mos. old that we were told) when we got him. It took him quite awhile to settle in and trust that he had a forever home this time around. Our vet declared him unfit for sale...he had stage 2 patella problems in all four legs, had a hernia repair, and a huge infection scar at the site of his microchip. We argued back and forth regarding refund, and arrived at a 7-year health guarantee for future knee surgeries. He is now 11.5 years old, and has not needed any surgeries so far. He is slower moving, but still plays when his brothers do about every three to four days. He is not in pain, and enjoys life to the fullest. Sometimes bonds are instant and lifelong. I am so happy that Sophie found you, and know that her life will be blessed by having you there! Best wishes. __________________ Joy...Mommy to Tyrone and Gus r.i.p. beloved Ozzie and Tucker, and Beauregarde the poodle

04-30-2018, 10:38 AM	#3
KatysMom YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: AZ Posts: 928	Oh, SweetChloe. You wrote, "My vet has had three other diluted dogs and is very knowledgeable regarding health issues and care." That is a comfort. I'm so sorry that you and Sofie have to go through this. Bless you for loving the little one.

04-30-2018, 01:11 PM	#6
lilgidget YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: stanley nc Posts: 1,152	I'm sorry but I have no idea what a diluted dog is. Can someone explain that to me?