Is my yorkie a purebred?

[anastacea]

Thank you everyone who replied. The results are in today. She is not even a Yorkshire Terrier.

She is half Silky Terrier and the other half is a Shih Tzu mix. The DNA was taken by a Wisdom Panel blood sample.

So, needless to say, we are very upset and are going to be contacting the breeder this evening and going to her house for a full refund. I will keep you updated on the results of our efforts. I believe what she did is illegal and we can fight it.

Now we feel unsatisfied because we didn't really get what we wanted. So, we are thinking about buying a second dog that is 100% Yorkshire Terrier. We wouldn't have thought to get a second dog, we really just want one Yorkie.

But, since Nibbler has become part of the family, we can't part with her.

Can anyone advise me as to where to find a legit Yorkie? I found my breeder on puppyfind.com. Is AKC registration 100% legitimate? How does AKC verify that puppies are purebred?

Thank you,
Anastasia

[RONLYNN]

I didn't think she was a yorkie but she definately is adorable!!! I would suggest you go to this website:

Yorkshire Terrier Club of America

I would call around and talk to different breeders on there. Tell them you want a pet and not a show dog and they can help you get a legit yorkie!!

Good luck!

[OwnedByJezebel]

Did you get AKC papers on the pup from the breeder? If so, I would definitely report her to the AKC, along with your lab results. She would be in a whole heap of trouble, and probably have to DNA all of her breeding stock and pups to prove parentage, and be stripped of the ability to register any future litters with the AKC.

[susan lynn]

Sorry to hear she isn't a Yorkie, but she is very cute. I am sure you will get a lot of LOVE from her and that is all that matters. Hopefully you can expose the breeder for lying to you.

[Rhetts_mama]

Originally Posted by anastacea

Thank you everyone who replied. The results are in today. She is not even a Yorkshire Terrier.

She is half Silky Terrier and the other half is a Shih Tzu mix. The DNA was taken by a Wisdom Panel blood sample.

So, needless to say, we are very upset and are going to be contacting the breeder this evening and going to her house for a full refund. I will keep you updated on the results of our efforts. I believe what she did is illegal and we can fight it.

Now we feel unsatisfied because we didn't really get what we wanted. So, we are thinking about buying a second dog that is 100% Yorkshire Terrier. We wouldn't have thought to get a second dog, we really just want one Yorkie.

But, since Nibbler has become part of the family, we can't part with her.

Can anyone advise me as to where to find a legit Yorkie? I found my breeder on puppyfind.com. Is AKC registration 100% legitimate? How does AKC verify that puppies are purebred?

Thank you,
Anastasia

You need to report the breeder to the CKC. They will investigate her and could suspend all her registrations. The complaint has to be in writing on their forms. They will send you the correct ones to get the investigation started.
Contact Info, Phone Number, Address - Continental Kennel Club


As for the AKC, it is a legitimate registry. But, like any organization, there will always be bad seeds who try to pull one over on buyers. If there is any question about the lineage of a dog, the AKC can request DNA tests.

Your best bet for finding a pure bred yorkie is to start with the YTCA. There is a contact page for breeders. If they don't have pups available, they can help you locate a REPUTABLE breeder in your area.

Yorkshire Terrier Club of America About The Club

Good luck getting your money back from the breeder. Technically, since she's healthy, she won't fall under the Puppy Lemon Laws in the state. But you probably have a good case for small claims court in your area.

http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/smallclaims/

[anastacea]

Originally Posted by OwnedByJezebel

Did you get AKC papers on the pup from the breeder? If so, I would definitely report her to the AKC, along with your lab results. She would be in a whole heap of trouble, and probably have to DNA all of her breeding stock and pups to prove parentage, and be stripped of the ability to register any future litters with the AKC.

No, we have CKC papers on her. Here's the picture of it:
http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/g...ertificate.jpg

I've been told that CKC isn't legitimate. So, I was wondering if the AKC can be trusted?

Thanks

[anastacea]

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama

You need to report the breeder to the CKC. They will investigate her and could suspend all her registrations. The complaint has to be in writing on their forms. They will send you the correct ones to get the investigation started.
Contact Info, Phone Number, Address - Continental Kennel Club


As for the AKC, it is a legitimate registry. But, like any organization, there will always be bad seeds who try to pull one over on buyers. If there is any question about the lineage of a dog, the AKC can request DNA tests.

Your best bet for finding a pure bred yorkie is to start with the YTCA. There is a contact page for breeders. If they don't have pups available, they can help you locate a REPUTABLE breeder in your area.

Yorkshire Terrier Club of America About The Club

Good luck getting your money back from the breeder. Technically, since she's healthy, she won't fall under the Puppy Lemon Laws in the state. But you probably have a good case for small claims court in your area.

California Courts: Self-Help Center: Small Claims

Thanks a lot. I will start at YTCA and I will certainly report the breeder to CKC.

[MyLilyRose]

I am sorry this happened to you. It's a shame that we have people in the world that scam and deceive innocent people for money...

I would suggest doing a lot of research on breeders this time. Or you can try adopting one from a local rescue (: a lot of those dogs need good homes!

Best of luck

[tjdmom]

I was going to say that she's a mix but I guess you already know that now. I would be upset if I paid alot of money too. Yorkies are expensive and you didn't get what you paid for.

[tjdmom]

Originally Posted by anastacea

Thank you everyone who replied. The results are in today. She is not even a Yorkshire Terrier.

She is half Silky Terrier and the other half is a Shih Tzu mix. The DNA was taken by a Wisdom Panel blood sample.

So, needless to say, we are very upset and are going to be contacting the breeder this evening and going to her house for a full refund. I will keep you updated on the results of our efforts. I believe what she did is illegal and we can fight it.

Now we feel unsatisfied because we didn't really get what we wanted. So, we are thinking about buying a second dog that is 100% Yorkshire Terrier. We wouldn't have thought to get a second dog, we really just want one Yorkie.

But, since Nibbler has become part of the family, we can't part with her.

Can anyone advise me as to where to find a legit Yorkie? I found my breeder on puppyfind.com. Is AKC registration 100% legitimate? How does AKC verify that puppies are purebred?

Thank you,
Anastasia

I realized I didn't answer your question. AKC is much more legitimate that CKC but AKC has bad breeders too. I would suggest going to YTCA.org and look and see if there are any breeders in your area. It's important now to learn from your past mistake. Find a breeder that you can visit and see both mom and dad, see how they care for their dogs. Actually spend some time with them and see how knowledgeable they are. Look at the parents and see if they look like what a yorkie should look like. Make sure they offer a guarantee. Don't go with the cheapest person but with the person you feel most comfortable even if they are the most expensive. I'm sure others will have good advice as well.

[ltret0294]

Your little Nibbler sure is cute. Keep her even if the breeder does not own up. Try asking the rescue groups if they have AKC Yorkies with the registry paperwork. Usually they do not but there are exceptions. The 10 yr old yorkie I fostered last summer had his AKC certificate and complete health/medical history from the vet. Mr Chips would have gone to the shelter but we found him a great home. Both you and the pooch win. The pooch gets a nice home and you are not paying breeder prices.

[J_is_my_initial]

You may have trouble getting both your money back and getting to keep the dog. If you received something for your money even if fraud was involved I do not think you can get something for free. When you go to court, the court's job is for the people to be placed back at the begining of the contract. Make sense? I think you are to be made whole, not gain from the lawsuit. Unfortunetly courts see dogs as property. Good Luck.

[Buster Brown]

Originally Posted by J_is_my_initial

You may have trouble getting both your money back and getting to keep the dog. If you received something for your money even if fraud was involved I do not think you can get something for free. When you go to court, the court's job is for the people to be placed back at the begining of the contract. Make sense? I think you are to be made whole, not gain from the lawsuit. Unfortunetly courts see dogs as property. Good Luck.

I am sorry to hear that this breeder scammed you. I must say Nibbler is adorable and sounds very smart. I hope this can be resolved without you having to return Nibbler. Buster came with a CKC registration and lots of health issues but he has been the most wonderful dog.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by anastacea

Thank you everyone who replied. The results are in today. She is not even a Yorkshire Terrier.

She is half Silky Terrier and the other half is a Shih Tzu mix. The DNA was taken by a Wisdom Panel blood sample.

So, needless to say, we are very upset and are going to be contacting the breeder this evening and going to her house for a full refund. I will keep you updated on the results of our efforts. I believe what she did is illegal and we can fight it.

Now we feel unsatisfied because we didn't really get what we wanted. So, we are thinking about buying a second dog that is 100% Yorkshire Terrier. We wouldn't have thought to get a second dog, we really just want one Yorkie.

But, since Nibbler has become part of the family, we can't part with her.

Can anyone advise me as to where to find a legit Yorkie? I found my breeder on puppyfind.com. Is AKC registration 100% legitimate? How does AKC verify that puppies are purebred?

Thank you,
Anastasia

Enjoy your darling Nibbler and if you still want a Yorkie, take your time looking for the right breeder. With these little ones, many people end up adding a second dog. Keep in mind the amount of work and the cost of having 2: vet bills, food, and more. As others stated, AKC is not a guarantee of a good pup or a good breeder. Do plenty of research and be patient.

[Dzbabykel]

I'm so sorry for what you're going through, there are some VERY dishonest people out there ("GREEDERS") that see dogs as nothing but a profit. Your little Nibbler is too cute for words and I'm glad you're keeping him! Hopefully this woman can be put out of business and you are able to get your money back. Keep us posted and welcome to YT!!