Why do dog rescues think it is okay call a yorkie a teacup? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Sarathegreat3 · 03-02-2010, 01:22 PM

Hi Everyone ,

I am from the Northern Ohio/ Southern Michigan Region and I just wanted to say how disgusted I am at seeing animal rescue's on petfinder in my area referring to their yorkie's as tea cups!! I mean they are a rescue they should be educated on this information! I am talking about more than one of them. I just could not believe my eyes reading yorkie after yorkie profiles stating that they are tiny teacups!! Your thoughts on this one is appreciated!!

ARCHIE · 03-02-2010, 01:29 PM

I too find that very strange. Are they reputable rescues I wonder.
Maybe a rescue worker will see your post and be able to give
you some insight on it.

Nancy1999 · 03-02-2010, 01:33 PM

First of all not all rescues are legitimate, teacup does sound like a term an unethical and unknowledgeable breeder would use. It's possible that some rescues aren't knowledgeable in term, and some people do call any small dog a teacup. Remember, one of the fastest growing scams is breeders running their own rescues.

Sarathegreat3 · 03-02-2010, 04:09 PM

Yes I have really realized there is some un legitimate rescues. What really bothers me is that a lot of the claim they are a 501c. I guess my question is why are they aloud on petfinder. I tried looking for a link on petfinder to complain about a rescue that i was looking at because I think she was truly a dog brooker (and I have ready reviews with people who agree), but I could not find somewhere to complain that she should not be allowed on the sight

livingdustmops · 03-02-2010, 06:02 PM

A couple of thoughts besides many rescue's not being legit is that if a rescue adoptes all dogs many of them would not know about the word teacup but if it is a Yorkie rescue and they are using that word then I would not trust them.

Again the 501K does not mean they are reputable because anyone can write it on their website but this website will help you look a rescue up to see if they are approved...the name can be different so this is not a 100% effective but another clue to look at.

GuideStar nonprofit reports and Forms 990 for donors, grantmakers and businesses

Who are the rescues you are talking about? Do you mind posting them?

It is very difficult for petfinder to check everyone out but I agree with you ..there should be a place to report bad rescues but in this case it still might not be a bad rescue...

Nancy1999 · 03-02-2010, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by livingdustmops

A couple of thoughts besides many rescue's not being legit is that if a rescue adoptes all dogs many of them would not know about the word teacup but if it is a Yorkie rescue and they are using that word then I would not trust them.

Again the 501K does not mean they are reputable because anyone can write it on their website but this website will help you look a rescue up to see if they are approved...the name can be different so this is not a 100% effective but another clue to look at.

GuideStar nonprofit reports and Forms 990 for donors, grantmakers and businesses

Who are the rescues you are talking about? Do you mind posting them?

It is very difficult for petfinder to check everyone out but I agree with you ..there should be a place to report bad rescues but in this case it still might not be a bad rescue...

Great post, and thank you for the link, I've been looking for something like that.

livingdustmops · 03-02-2010, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Great post, and thank you for the link, I've been looking for something like that.

You can look up any organization that says it is a non profit...

Sarathegreat3 · 03-02-2010, 06:28 PM

do not mind at all A1k9 rescue revenna ohio. Thanks for the link!! They have a site also. I have been looking at them for weeks and popular to what she quotes on her site she only has puppies. Which I am not saying is a bad thing, but she offers shipping on her rescues, and her adoption application is a joke! I actually applied and she approved me with in 1 hour! She also expected me to put a deposit on the dog as soon as she approves you, and she told me if someone puts a deposit on the dog first she would sell it.

Nancy1999 · 03-02-2010, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Sarathegreat3

do not mind at all A1k9 rescue revenna ohio. Thanks for the link!! They have a site also. I have been looking at them for weeks and popular to what she quotes on her site she only has puppies. Which I am not saying is a bad thing, but she offers shipping on her rescues, and her adoption application is a joke! I actually applied and she approved me with in 1 hour! She also expected me to put a deposit on the dog as soon as she approves you, and she told me if someone puts a deposit on the dog first she would sell it.

So many red flags there it's not even funny. First legitimate rescues rarely have puppies, and they certainly don't have only puppies. Legitimate rescues are fussier than most breeders about adoption, and would never approve in 1 hour. This person is selling dogs! Now the next step is learning how to report someone like this, I don't know much about petfinder. I'd contact Yorkietalk member Ladyjane, she runs a rescue and she might have some advice. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/pri...=newpm&u=13250

livingdustmops · 03-02-2010, 06:42 PM

Ripoff Report: A1 K9 Rescue is not a non-profit dog rescue Ravenna Ohio

Sarathegreat3 · 03-02-2010, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by livingdustmops

Ripoff Report: A1 K9 Rescue is not a non-profit dog rescue Ravenna Ohio

I found them on there actually; however, there was one more complaint when I looked!! I tried to file a report but they were updating their website!

livingdustmops · 03-02-2010, 06:56 PM

Sad...just another person making $$$ off the backs of dogs....

ladyjane · 03-02-2010, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Sarathegreat3

I found them on there actually; however, there was one more complaint when I looked!! I tried to file a report but they were updating their website!

You can try to send that report to Petfinder, but I can tell you that I have reported one that I know is a mill from MO and Petfinder has not budged. They give you the standard, "We will look into it" and then they do nothing. I gave them proof that the people hold a Class B license and they still don't care.

The one I have reported was promptly removed by Adopt A Pet. Petfinder just does not seem to care.

I have seen more and more of them on Petfinder and honestly I am so disgusted with the whole thing that I have given up contacting them.

The mills are having a hard time selling now because of the bad publicity so now they call themselves rescues. There is one that a member of YT got a pup from. This person met people at a McDonald's parking lot with a car full of pups....just started handing them out and they all were sick or had major issues. VERY disgusting and depressing.

Sarathegreat3 · 03-02-2010, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

You can try to send that report to Petfinder, but I can tell you that I have reported one that I know is a mill from MO and Petfinder has not budged. They give you the standard, "We will look into it" and then they do nothing. I gave them proof that the people hold a Class B license and they still don't care.

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I tried looking for a link on their website and I can't seem to find one

ladyjane · 03-02-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Sarathegreat3

I tried looking for a link on their website and I can't seem to find one

Here is a link to an online form to send an email to them....scroll down the page and you will find it!

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03-02-2010, 01:22 PM	#1
Sarathegreat3 YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA Posts: 379	Why do dog rescues think it is okay call a yorkie a teacup? Hi Everyone , I am from the Northern Ohio/ Southern Michigan Region and I just wanted to say how disgusted I am at seeing animal rescue's on petfinder in my area referring to their yorkie's as tea cups!! I mean they are a rescue they should be educated on this information! I am talking about more than one of them. I just could not believe my eyes reading yorkie after yorkie profiles stating that they are tiny teacups!! Your thoughts on this one is appreciated!! __________________ Sara &The Mighty Tucker && Little Baby Roxy Girl

03-02-2010, 01:33 PM	#3
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	First of all not all rescues are legitimate, teacup does sound like a term an unethical and unknowledgeable breeder would use. It's possible that some rescues aren't knowledgeable in term, and some people do call any small dog a teacup. Remember, one of the fastest growing scams is breeders running their own rescues. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

03-02-2010, 04:09 PM	#4
Sarathegreat3 YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA Posts: 379	Yes I have really realized there is some un legitimate rescues. What really bothers me is that a lot of the claim they are a 501c. I guess my question is why are they aloud on petfinder. I tried looking for a link on petfinder to complain about a rescue that i was looking at because I think she was truly a dog brooker (and I have ready reviews with people who agree), but I could not find somewhere to complain that she should not be allowed on the sight __________________ Sara &The Mighty Tucker && Little Baby Roxy Girl

03-02-2010, 06:02 PM	#5
livingdustmops Princess Poop A Lot Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,728	A couple of thoughts besides many rescue's not being legit is that if a rescue adoptes all dogs many of them would not know about the word teacup but if it is a Yorkie rescue and they are using that word then I would not trust them. Again the 501K does not mean they are reputable because anyone can write it on their website but this website will help you look a rescue up to see if they are approved...the name can be different so this is not a 100% effective but another clue to look at. GuideStar nonprofit reports and Forms 990 for donors, grantmakers and businesses Who are the rescues you are talking about? Do you mind posting them? It is very difficult for petfinder to check everyone out but I agree with you ..there should be a place to report bad rescues but in this case it still might not be a bad rescue... __________________ Cindy & The Rescued Gang Puppies Are Not Products!

03-02-2010, 06:28 PM	#8
Sarathegreat3 YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA Posts: 379	do not mind at all A1k9 rescue revenna ohio. Thanks for the link!! They have a site also. I have been looking at them for weeks and popular to what she quotes on her site she only has puppies. Which I am not saying is a bad thing, but she offers shipping on her rescues, and her adoption application is a joke! I actually applied and she approved me with in 1 hour! She also expected me to put a deposit on the dog as soon as she approves you, and she told me if someone puts a deposit on the dog first she would sell it. __________________ Sara &The Mighty Tucker && Little Baby Roxy Girl

03-02-2010, 01:29 PM	#2
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	I too find that very strange. Are they reputable rescues I wonder. Maybe a rescue worker will see your post and be able to give you some insight on it.

03-02-2010, 06:42 PM	#10
livingdustmops Princess Poop A Lot Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,728	Ripoff Report: A1 K9 Rescue is not a non-profit dog rescue Ravenna Ohio __________________ Cindy & The Rescued Gang Puppies Are Not Products!

03-02-2010, 06:56 PM	#12
livingdustmops Princess Poop A Lot Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,728	Sad...just another person making $$$ off the backs of dogs.... __________________ Cindy & The Rescued Gang Puppies Are Not Products!