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VickiC
Rocking the party
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Vicki
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Breeder Advice
We really want a Yorkie. We want to go to a reputable breeder so we started with the ones who are "AKC Approved" from the AKC web site. The problem is, they all want over $2000
We have no interest in "showing the dog." We just want a Yorkie.
We obviously would not go to a pet store. We also hear that no reputable breeder advertises in the newspaper. So what are we to do??? How can we find a Yorkie that comes from a reputable breeder that isn't thousands of dollars?
Also, we have looked into the shelters (which would be our first choice--to rescue one) but none of them seem to get Yorkies in and we have been told that it is very rare.
Any advice/help/recommendations would greatly be appreciated.
Thanks!
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Posted 4/30/09 9:45 PM  |
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DWKS810
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Re: Breeder Advice
Check out petfinder.com, I found a whole bunch of yorkies in the general area! And it's to adopt...
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Yorkshire+Terrier+Yorkie&animal=Dog&age=Baby&size=S
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| Posted 5/1/09 2:09 AM |
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Mrs-D-Girl
Love my fur baby
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Re: Breeder Advice
I agree with the other poster, I would look into adoption first. Most breeders are going to charge $1000 + for a pure breed Yorkie.
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| Posted 5/1/09 8:36 AM |
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lucyloo
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Re: Breeder Advice
One of the reasons Yorkies are so much is because of their size many of them have to have c-sections. Good luck with your search!
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| Posted 5/1/09 10:22 AM |
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MommaTo3Dogs1Boy
All of My Dreams Came True
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Re: Breeder Advice
definitely try and find one from a shelter first but go to the yorkie club of america website and you'll find the responsible breeders on there. also do alot of research on this breed. i know alot of people want them because they're cute but they do have some behavioral issues so just make sure this breed is 100% for you and your famiy
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| Posted 5/1/09 3:08 PM |
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I would definately try to adopt from a shelter first!!! We have been thinking of getting another dog, and we find petfinder has many to choose from. Definately try searching on there!!
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| Posted 5/1/09 4:35 PM |
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Gertyrae
Peace out Homies!
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Re: Breeder Advice
you could also try a yorkie rescue....like this
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| Posted 5/1/09 4:58 PM |
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MrsA714
Baby #2 is here!
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Re: Breeder Advice
Posted by Gertyrae
you could also try a yorkie rescue....like this
Exactly what I was going to say. A lady I work with has 2 adorable Yorkies and both were rescues. Good luck.
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| Posted 5/4/09 9:33 AM |
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mrsmck
Be a big girl!
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Re: Breeder Advice
Posted by Gertyrae
you could also try a yorkie rescue....like this
OMG....they are adorable!!!!! 
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| Posted 5/4/09 7:10 PM |
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