Issues with the Yorkie I put a deposit on..

[kt_luvs_kitties]

I felt/feel kinda stupid asking all of these questions, that I am sure many people know about. But truly I dont. I know very little, I have never bought any animal (besides adoption fees and hamsters when I was little) , So I truly am igonorant to the dos and donts.

I know not to buy from pet shops, or a dog that has no papers because their parents arent registered. I just never had to learn it. The more I know the better, I want a healthy happy dog that will not get sick, or not have parents who suffer in mills and overbreeding

Thank you so much for your help

PS- I will be picking up my deposit tomorrow from the first breeder I just feel bad for the pup, and who ends up with her.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I hope that everything works out for you and that you're able to adopt the female Yorkie from this breeder. I'm also glad to hear that you'll be able to get your deposit back from the other breeder. Good luck.

[Catlady711]

Sorry to hear that the puppy didn't work out for you. I hope you find another one that will be healthy and very happy with you.

On a side note; as a vet assistant I can't count how many times we've had clients come in that were promised vaccination papers etc and the original owner/breeder never did provide them. We just usually assume that there never were any papers to begin with. If someone wants to hold back papers I'd be very leary, or at least demand to see the papers with your own eyes first. JMHO

[Spiritwind]

On a side note; as a vet assistant I can't count how many times we've had clients come in that were promised vaccination papers etc and the original owner/breeder never did provide them. We just usually assume that there never were any papers to begin with. If someone wants to hold back papers I'd be very leary, or at least demand to see the papers with your own eyes first. JMHO

I think when she asked if it was normal for the breeder to with hold "papers" until the dog was spayed, she ment AKC registration papers.. not vaccination papers.

Obviously you should get all medical/health/vaccinations records when you get the puppy.. its not uncommon for responsible breeders to keep AKC registration papers until they get proof that the dog was spayed/neutered to prevent them from taking a registerable dog and breeding it..

[kt_luvs_kitties]

Yes I meant AKC papers, not vet records. the new breeder I talked to said she would give me her records. My vet said I MUST have the vaccine record or they are null and void.

I talked with the new breeder today, and I get to meet the new puppy TOMORROW! I cant wait. She is 11 1/2 weeks old, should be able to go with me *finger crossed* this weekend! I hope this all pans out ok.

[Giselle]

Nobody is ever born knowing. Knowledge is accumulated and shared. Now, when people ask you what to look for in a breeder, you can tell them. Look for one who health tests, who performs with their dogs, and who is breeding for the betterment of the breed. That's got to start them on the right foot Glad you picked up your deposit from the first breeder and are now going with the second breeder.

[lute]

This new breeder sounds ideal! Very reputable in how her dogs are cared for after they leave to home to the quality of the puppy itself! To keep the registration papers until the dog is spayed/neutered is a big thumbs UP! I would definately go this new breeder!

The rescue puppy is a good choice too! Rescue is ALWAYS a good way to go!

[Flatcoatluver]

I'm so excited for you! I was a little leary of the first yorkie breeder when you showed us the pictures.

I hope this new yorkie breeder works out for you, she sounds wonderful! PT people (esp. Giselle) was the one that taught me how to find a responsible breeder, I know exactly what kind of ship your sailing.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Katie, were you able to meet with the new breeder and see the puppy? How did everything go?

[kt_luvs_kitties]

I did and she was precious! Small, fluffy, adorable. Yorkies all look alike pretty much as babies.. BUT I must admit she was more adorable than most. Of course I am quite biased I loved her and her breeder was super nice to me as well. I cant wait to spend my life with her!

Thank you for remembering

[kt_luvs_kitties]

She looks almost identical to this baby:
http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/1406/princessns0.jpg

I had SO much going on I forgot my camera at home

I will get her within the next two days. Probably Thursday or Friday.

[jennielynn1970]

awe! how adorable!! my cousin and her family got a yorkie about 3 months ago. she is the cutest little thing on her pics she sends! she loves the 4yr old, and the cat and the older dog they have. Can't wait to see pics of yours!!

[Ginger's Mom]

Hehe, you are right, she is adorable. I can't wait until we meet her formally.

[Pam]

Oh my gosh!!! If the one you selected looks anything like the one in the picture I don't know how you are ever going to get anything done once she comes to live with you! I would just camp out on the floor and play, play play with her! I can't wait for the real pictures. Tell Joey we still love him too and maybe now we might see more of him as he gets to know his little sister.

[krazyaboutkatz]

She's so adorable. I can't wait until you get her and post her pictures here. I'm sure she'll fit right in with your fur family.