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tulipann · 03-23-2008, 07:47 PM

Hi am new to this forum and have a question about this cross.

My friends Lhasa got caught in the park by a Yorkie and has had pups.

My friend wants to know if these pups could have anything wrong with them genetically tho the vet says theyr all in good health. I am thinking about having one of them as she doesnt want to sell them just for them to go to good homes.

Thanks Tracy

Borzoi mad · 03-23-2008, 08:08 PM

Hi and welcome to the forum from me and my Gang.

applesmom · 03-23-2008, 08:11 PM

There's no way to tell in advance if they'll develop health problems as they get older.

If both parents are healthy now; the odds the puppies will grow up healthy are better than if either or both of the parents have existing health problems.

No one; not even a vet can predict the future health of any puppy.

If both parents are healthy, you might as well go ahead and take a chance.

Hope the pup makes you a wonderful and healthy pet!

**skunkstripe** · 03-23-2008, 08:31 PM

Hi Tracy and welcome to the forum.
I agree with applesmom about the health of the parents ebing the most important factor.
For whatever it is worth, (which is probably nothing

) there are people out there who are deliberately mixing these two breeds.
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/yorkieapso.htm
At least the two breeds are not all that far apart from each other in terms of size, muzzle shape etc. I'd go by what the vet says. Good luck!

tulipann · 03-23-2008, 08:38 PM

Thanks for your replies. Yeah I have looked at those type of pages but I don't think I would have deliberately set out to get that kind of dog. That kind of breeding shouldnt really happen its like doing it to charge people more money or something. I have wanted a dog for ages so this has kinda fallen into my lap and am so glad he has. I've been round to visit and picked the smallest of the litter cos he's so picked on

He'll only be ready in a few weeks so need to get my house and garden ready for him ( fix fence and get a gate) can't wait til he's here.

Sorry got a bit carried away there Thanks again xx

Kyllobernese · 03-23-2008, 08:54 PM

Don't be anxious to get your puppy particularly if he is the smallest. The pups should stay with their mother a minimum of eight weeks so they get a good start. When you get the puppy take it into the Vet to set up a schedule for its shots and it should be wormed a couple of times before you get it.

tulipann · 03-24-2008, 05:56 AM

Yeah the pups are only three weeks at present so I won't be bringing him home until the first week of may at the earliest. My friend has already had them to the vet and set up their first vaccination and I will get the subsequent ones needed. How often should they be wormed? thats the only thing am not that sure of but was going to ask my vet when I take him in.

03-23-2008, 07:47 PM	#1
tulipann Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Posts: 106 Rep: 10 Unique Rep: 0	Yorkie apso? Hi am new to this forum and have a question about this cross. My friends Lhasa got caught in the park by a Yorkie and has had pups. My friend wants to know if these pups could have anything wrong with them genetically tho the vet says theyr all in good health. I am thinking about having one of them as she doesnt want to sell them just for them to go to good homes. Thanks Tracy

03-23-2008, 08:08 PM	#2
Borzoi mad Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Scotland Posts: 7,596 Rep: 126 Unique Rep: 51	Hi and welcome to the forum from me and my Gang. __________________ My dogs are my Life Ive got the do you. Thanks Sheplovr The picture is of My Two Borzois Pellow and Rye I also had a Golden Oldie named Ludmilla who went to the Bridge on 14.03.07 and my special wee man Brodie who sadly went to the bridge on 22 August 2008 All loved and missed as are all the others who have gone before I still have little Faun my dachshund and last but by no means least Keri the Birman Cat. Borzois are like chocolates one is never enough

03-23-2008, 08:11 PM	#3
applesmom Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 5,991 Blog Entries: 7 Rep: 325 Unique Rep: 76	There's no way to tell in advance if they'll develop health problems as they get older. If both parents are healthy now; the odds the puppies will grow up healthy are better than if either or both of the parents have existing health problems. No one; not even a vet can predict the future health of any puppy. If both parents are healthy, you might as well go ahead and take a chance. Hope the pup makes you a wonderful and healthy pet! __________________ "I've been fleeced A well trained dog will make no attempt to share your lunch. He'll just make you feel guilty while you're eating it.

03-23-2008, 08:31 PM	#4
skunkstripe All American Dog Lover Join Date: May 2006 Location: New England USA Posts: 20,995 Blog Entries: 15 Rep: 359 Unique Rep: 142	Hi Tracy and welcome to the forum. I agree with applesmom about the health of the parents ebing the most important factor. For whatever it is worth, (which is probably nothing ) there are people out there who are deliberately mixing these two breeds. http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/yorkieapso.htm At least the two breeds are not all that far apart from each other in terms of size, muzzle shape etc. I'd go by what the vet says. Good luck! __________________ Help us Help you! Read and understand the Terms of Service, report offensive posts and Forum Reputation. Helpful Tips - in our FAQ Section and Newbie Guide. Connect with DogForum.org members - Add yourself to the dogforum.net member map.chat with us! Things to do - Start a blog. Be sure to visit the DogForum.net photo gallery Let's see YOU! Use your computer to benefit mankind - join the DogForum.org Folding Team. Thanks Fede for the sigpic! I've been fleeced by Draco!

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03-23-2008, 08:38 PM	#5
tulipann Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Posts: 106 Rep: 10 Unique Rep: 0	Thanks for your replies. Yeah I have looked at those type of pages but I don't think I would have deliberately set out to get that kind of dog. That kind of breeding shouldnt really happen its like doing it to charge people more money or something. I have wanted a dog for ages so this has kinda fallen into my lap and am so glad he has. I've been round to visit and picked the smallest of the litter cos he's so picked on He'll only be ready in a few weeks so need to get my house and garden ready for him ( fix fence and get a gate) can't wait til he's here. Sorry got a bit carried away there Thanks again xx

03-23-2008, 08:54 PM	#6
Kyllobernese Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 612 Rep: 14 Unique Rep: 4	Don't be anxious to get your puppy particularly if he is the smallest. The pups should stay with their mother a minimum of eight weeks so they get a good start. When you get the puppy take it into the Vet to set up a schedule for its shots and it should be wormed a couple of times before you get it.

03-24-2008, 05:56 AM	#7
tulipann Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Posts: 106 Rep: 10 Unique Rep: 0	Yeah the pups are only three weeks at present so I won't be bringing him home until the first week of may at the earliest. My friend has already had them to the vet and set up their first vaccination and I will get the subsequent ones needed. How often should they be wormed? thats the only thing am not that sure of but was going to ask my vet when I take him in.

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