Looking to Adopt a Puppy Yorkie

[felicity1008]

Originally Posted by akeyes1225

How much are you going to be selling one of the puppies for? I know that some are very expensive but I would love to own one. I just moved into my home with my fiance and we are both looking into a Yorkie but we can not be spending a great deal of money. Will you be breeding again after this litter? Just wondering because if I can not afford a puppy now then maybe I could save for one if you will be having a future litter.

you can private message me also. There are also yorkie rescues that you may be able to find a older yorkie that is in need of a home. try Yorkietalk search engine for a try. I just saw a rehome for a 1year old in NYC. As the others have told you yorkies are expensive just to keep. Annual visits to the vet run $100 plus heartworm and flea treatment and good quality food can cost a lot also. Never mind if your dog gets sick... It cost 700 a day for a night in a dog hospital. Grooming can cost $50 plus a month also. Yorkie puppies require a lot of time also. They can not be left alone all day at home caged up. So if you work I would consider a larger breed. They have to go out every 3 hours for they have small bladders. They can be difficult to potty train also. Much patience and again time at home is needed to get a pup to go outside. Small yorkies can become hypoglycemic also and can fade and die quickly if you are not around at home most of the day to care for it. There is much to know about the breed before selecting a yorkie. I am not trying to discourage you about the breed by all good breeders are particular about who they sell too. I will not sell to someone that is not fit for the breed. Good breeders will have extensive questions to ask you about you and your home also, if they care about the placement of there pups.

[akeyes1225]

I completely understand. I have a dog already and do understand the costs of the vet and maintaining the grooming. When it comes to the time that I am home, I do work but I am part time, I take online classes for school and I do come home for lunch every day and the most time that my puppy would be home alone without me or my fiance here would be about 3 hours. A lot of these things I already know about the breed because my mother has one and I did just move out so I completely understand the time and care it takes to having a Yorkie. The issue of price is not about taking care of the puppy but purchasing him/her at first. That is where I am having the most trouble with but as I said I am willing to wait if I need to in order to save for the puppy.

[Beamers Mom]

Originally Posted by felicity1008

Never mind if your dog gets sick... It cost 700 a day for a night in a dog hospital.

Just a few months ago my husband had to take Lil Bit to the emergency clinic, We had to put down a $967 deposit for them to look at her and keep her overnight. Luckily they called us a couple of hours later that she was fine, and we did get most of that deposit refunded - but it took a few days for the refund to show up on our debit card, although the deposit was taken out right away.

[akeyes1225]

I am sorry to hear about Lil Bit and I am glad she is okay.

I am just a bit upset however on how I am being so discouraged in a way to get a Yorkie. I appreciate all of the help and information that everyone is giving me but at the same time I know that in my heart I can care and love a Yorkie and that is what I am looking to do.

[peachesmom1sc]

well then follow your heart ... but you also get good information on yt

[jrsygal37]

Originally Posted by akeyes1225

I am sorry to hear about Lil Bit and I am glad she is okay.

I am just a bit upset however on how I am being so discouraged in a way to get a Yorkie. I appreciate all of the help and information that everyone is giving me but at the same time I know that in my heart I can care and love a Yorkie and that is what I am looking to do.

If the $$ is the issue why not look to adopt. I gave you the link but in case here it is again Pet adoption: Want a dog or cat? Adopt a pet on Petfinder. You can expect to pay between $300 - $500 for a young Yorkie, but that will include the expense of neuter or spay which is a savings of around $400 here in NJ. Plus it will include the shots, heart work and flea preventative. If you consider a Yorkie mix you will be able to find a pup easily and as I said the vetting will be included in the fee. If you're looking for a full Yorkie you can find that too, and if you're open to a young adult between one and three years of age you can almost readily find one in the area. I don't think anyone is trying to discourage you, just guide you. I have six Yorkie. Five of mine are rescues and one I bought. The upkeep is quite expensive but I cut the expense by grooming myself. I have a nice book and invested in clippers, sciccors etc. and find that I like to do the grooming myself anyway because then I know how my babies are being handled. The vetting is the biggest expense. As many have said you have to have the $$ put away for an emergency. Yorkies come up with some weird issues health wise sometimes. They are prone to a lot of hereditory issues that cost to take care of. Anyway, I do hope you'll check out petfinder.com and consider adopting before buying. It's really a win win deal. Elaine

[Beamers Mom]

Originally Posted by akeyes1225

I am sorry to hear about Lil Bit and I am glad she is okay.

I am just a bit upset however on how I am being so discouraged in a way to get a Yorkie. I appreciate all of the help and information that everyone is giving me but at the same time I know that in my heart I can care and love a Yorkie and that is what I am looking to do.

I don't really think anyone is trying to discourage you, but it is only fair to point out the cons as well as the pros. You need to weigh all the pros and cons before buying any breed. And most members on here are passionate about the Yorkshire Terrier and know the drawbacks to having one own us.
If, after weighing all the pros and cons you know that you are able to afford the sometimes unexpected expense that can come up, then go ahead. You will find nothing but support on this forum.

And, you can get vet insurance. Many members on here have it for their little ones, and will be able to make recommendations on an insurance company. I don't have the insurance as I have a separate savings account for emergencies.

[miabellaamoure]

Originally Posted by akeyes1225

I am sorry to hear about Lil Bit and I am glad she is okay.

I am just a bit upset however on how I am being so discouraged in a way to get a Yorkie. I appreciate all of the help and information that everyone is giving me but at the same time I know that in my heart I can care and love a Yorkie and that is what I am looking to do.

Believe me nobody is trying to rain on your parade...we can all relate to the wanting of a Yorkie!

However...please take it from those who have taken the time to prepare you for the realities of Yorkie ownership...because, it does not end with the initial price tag of your Yorkie!

If you do your homework and look for your breeder first (& carefully!) there will still be expenses as Beamer's Mom mentioned above that will arise at any given notice.

Or, if you do not do your homework and follow your heart vs your head...(which many of us have done!) you again will undoubtedly face expenses that could have been avoided & quite possibly put a strain on your family budget.

And, just another lil' fyi, once you post on YT that you're looking for a puppy...be prepared to receive pm's from YT members who will solicit their litters and who often only visit this site for that purpose.

This is not to say that these breeders are not reputable but, you must do your homework with these breeders as well. Do not fall into the false sense of security just because they are YT members that they are reputable.

Lastly, just remember...our advise is because we want you to have a good Yorkie experience and be prepared for what is entailed as a Yorkie owner.

I can't tell you how many Yorkies end up in Shelters or Rescue Groups just because their owners literally could not afford vetting costs. It's heartbreaking for the families and most importantly for their Yorkie.

So, now that you've heard all that...if I were you, and I was still determined to get a Yorkie...I'd start saving for the initial cost of my Yorkie PLUS, a savings set aside for "emergency" vetting costs of a minimum amount of $1000 dollars.

Then, I'd begin researching to find my Breeder. Once I found a reputable Breeder, and purchased my Yorkie...I'd immediately get pet insurance to help cover the vetting costs to ensure my Yorkie always has a furever home with me.

I wish you well in your search for your Yorkie...

[miabellaamoure]

Originally Posted by jrsygal37

If the $$ is the issue why not look to adopt. I gave you the link but in case here it is again Pet adoption: Want a dog or cat? Adopt a pet on Petfinder. You can expect to pay between $300 - $500 for a young Yorkie, but that will include the expense of neuter or spay which is a savings of around $400 here in NJ. Plus it will include the shots, heart work and flea preventative. If you consider a Yorkie mix you will be able to find a pup easily and as I said the vetting will be included in the fee. If you're looking for a full Yorkie you can find that too, and if you're open to a young adult between one and three years of age you can almost readily find one in the area. I don't think anyone is trying to discourage you, just guide you. I have six Yorkie. Five of mine are rescues and one I bought. The upkeep is quite expensive but I cut the expense by grooming myself. I have a nice book and invested in clippers, sciccors etc. and find that I like to do the grooming myself anyway because then I know how my babies are being handled. The vetting is the biggest expense. As many have said you have to have the $$ put away for an emergency. Yorkies come up with some weird issues health wise sometimes. They are prone to a lot of hereditory issues that cost to take care of. Anyway, I do hope you'll check out petfinder.com and consider adopting before buying. It's really a win win deal. Elaine

Very good advise especially on the pro's of adopting vs buying from a breeder!

[akeyes1225]

I do appreciate all of the help everyone has been. I will begin to save in order to have the Yorkie that I will be dreaming about all of the time now. Is there any sites that would be of help in regards to learning further into the breed and also some recommended breeders?

[Reese1]

Originally Posted by akeyes1225

I do appreciate all of the help everyone has been. I will begin to save in order to have the Yorkie that I will be dreaming about all of the time now. Is there any sites that would be of help in regards to learning further into the breed and also some recommended breeders?

There is a lot of great info on this site regarding the breed. I would suggest going through the threads and especially reading all the "stickies" at the top. Tons of info!
I mentioned before ytca.org as a great resource for reputable breeders and the stickies in this section give you tips of "red flags" to look for and stay away from when locating a breeder. Someone on here made the statement "buy your breeder first" and I think this is great advice.
The last thing you want to do is buy from a puppymill or BYB. So I think it's smart that you are going to start saving. It's not that you have to pay a fortune for a puppy, but you want to buy from someone who does all the proper testing, vet stuff, etc.. with their breeding program.

[jacquelinebabco]

A cheep yorkie puppy can wind up costing thousands of dollars in vet bills not to mention the pain and worry. Pick out the very best breeder you can find and most times this will eliminate paying thousands of dollars on a sick yorkie. I know I have two examples of a good breeder and a back yard breeder. The puppy from a back yard breeder may be cheeper but in the end it is a huge gambel you may not want to take or be prepared for.

[Beamers Mom]

Originally Posted by jacquelinebabco

A cheep yorkie puppy can wind up costing thousands of dollars in vet bills not to mention the pain and worry. Pick out the very best breeder you can find and most times this will eliminate paying thousands of dollars on a sick yorkie. I know I have two examples of a good breeder and a back yard breeder. The puppy from a back yard breeder may be cheeper but in the end it is a huge gambel you may not want to take or be prepared for.

This is true. Lil Bit came from a BYB - my husband surprised me with her one day. He had a TV repair business after he retired from the Air Force. He fixed one lady's TV and she didn't have the money to pay him and asked if he would take one of her litter of Yorkie's instead, he knew I was still missing Penni, my first Yorkie who went to the Rainbow Bridge when she was 15.1/2, so he said he would accept the puppy. He thought he was doing something nice for me, he didn't understand about "breeding" Other than the emergency visit I mentioned earlier, she got a bladder stone in 2006 and it was very expensive to have removed. I believe she also has some neurological problems.
Beamer, from a reputable breeder, is a very healthy little dog, according to our vet.

[felicity1008]

you should not get a yorkie baby before its 12 weeks old. All there shots would be done at that time and you would have a full health report on it. There are too many complication, like hypogycemia that you would have to be concerned about if gettin a pup before it is 12 weeks and especially 2lbs too. many byb and stores will try to sell you one at 6-8 weeks because it is soo tiny and cute. dont fall for it.

[Chkpups]

Hi,
I own Country Hills Yorkies and do have some very nice yorkies available for reasonable prices (they sell with a spay/neuter contract for pets). I live in Ohio and have had people drive from NJ to pick up pups so am not sure if that is too far for you or not. Let me know if you want more info.