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ChibiLuv · 12-16-2010, 10:24 PM

I know, I know, no such thing, but there are yorkies that are super small out there. I have been serching for he perfect addition to my family and been open to adopting if the right dog came along. I found one at a rescue I think is perfect but she is about 2 years old and just under 3pounds. My current yorkie is 9lbs (about a pound to loose from grandma giving too many cookies) and my bf is worried that it's too much of a size diffrence and that the little one will be too fragile. We have no kids and I think he is just being paranoid but I had never had a dog that small and have some worries. The only health problems she has is a luxating patella but that is getting fixed so I think it'll be ok but I thought some of you on here must have also have "teacup" size yorkies and maybe had some advice.
Thanks!

DvlshAngel985 · 12-16-2010, 10:44 PM

Weight alone doesn't justify adding a second dog. You first have to see what the other dog's personality is like. He/she might be small but super feisty and can get on your dogs bad side if their personalities just don't click. See if you can set up a meet and make your decision from there.

concretegurl · 12-16-2010, 11:32 PM

Elvis my 9 pound "teapot" played with a tiny pup who was about the size of his head-no literally the size of his skull ears not included and no bigger...the lady called her pup a Micro-Mini Yorkie (I almost tossed my cookies on the spot). Any-who she about fainted watching them play, they enjoyed each other for a few minutes playing just fine..she and I on the other hand not so much...

Ivy1 · 12-16-2010, 11:41 PM

My advice would be to get yorkies who get along within 3lbs at adult weight at max . You also dont want to start out with a yorkie with medical problems. There are no teacups. It is a gimmick. Good luck.

Britster · 12-17-2010, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

Weight alone doesn't justify adding a second dog. You first have to see what the other dog's personality is like. He/she might be small but super feisty and can get on your dogs bad side if their personalities just don't click. See if you can set up a meet and make your decision from there.

Exactly!

Jackson's best little girlfriend is a 6lb Yorkie, and he's 15lbs! But she is a rough and tough kind of gal and loves to wrestle and play rough. My friends other Yorkie, Bandit, doesn't play as much with Jackson (but he will from time to time!)

YouTube - 3 Yorkies: 1 Car.... Adventure to the...

Ringo1 · 12-17-2010, 04:51 AM

I have a 4 lb yorkie and she plays with my 15/16 lb Westie! He has to play more gently with her than he would say . . . another sturdy Westie. But he seems to know how to do this and they play all day long. They play chase; they play grab the toy from each other; roll around on the ground together.

But I made sure I found a female who was a little more submissive since Ringo is so dominant - two dominant personalities might have clashes. However, Lucy still manages to get her way with Ringo as far as the toys go.

Good Luck!

WV~Yorkies · 12-17-2010, 04:54 AM

They can play fine together but not sure they will.

I have a 3 pound girl that only plays with my smaller male or puppies. Everyone else scares her. She only plays some she thinks her feet are to good to hit the ground and wants carried most of the time.

JDS · 12-17-2010, 05:52 AM

My advice would be to see how they get along before making a decision. I wouldn't base my decision on weight/size alone. Smaller babies tend to be more fragile, but it's not always the case. Good luck!

BamaFan121s · 12-17-2010, 06:02 AM

Hmm...I have a guy who's 2.5 lbs. I haven't found any issues in regards to him being 'safe' in his interactions with our other, larger Yorkies, but then again, I couldn't fathom throwing him in with our 50 lb hound either.

The most worrisome issue with him is not anything regarding his interaction with the other dogs, it's other things. He gets underfoot a lot and is so tiny. Anytime you're doing anything other than just sitting around, we have to put him up in his crate. Can't let him go upstairs with us because he can slip through the banisters. Have to really hover over him when taking him out because of the threat of hawks and owls. He can't sleep on the bed, because if you rolled over on him, or shifted and he rolled off the bed, it would kill him. And he seems to much more prone to hurting himself just doing things that the others don't have any issues with--jumping off the couch, stepping off the stairs wrong, etc.

I really do wish he'd gotten a bit bigger like his siblings.

Sweet Apple · 12-17-2010, 06:11 AM

My 4 lb. chorkie won't play w/larger pups...She plays, great, w/Apple, but Apple weighs 5 1/2 lbs...However, having said that, this pup may be different...I'm sure I'd have a play date, before I made any decisions...However, you can see, from Brit's video, that Jackson, totally, respects the little girl's size...Watch how he steps over her, while they're playing...But then Jackson is one special pup!

Perrella · 12-17-2010, 06:26 AM

I just have to jump in here and say...that Jackson really cracks me up! He is one terrific dog for sure!!

Love that boy.

sherjoy · 12-17-2010, 06:52 AM

My little 3lb. 4 oz. Abby (Yorkie) loves to be with other dogs but as soon as they playfully pounce on her, she is scared and backs away. She takes up for herself but she is scared off even though you can see she wants to be friends. If we are out walking, she strains to get to other dogs out walking and if they don't pounce on her or hit at her with their paws, she wants to be friends. I think even when they do that, she wants to be friends but she is fearful. I' think personalities will play a huge part in whether they can reside in the same household.

JeanieK · 12-17-2010, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by ChibiLuv

I know, I know, no such thing, but there are yorkies that are super small out there. I have been serching for he perfect addition to my family and been open to adopting if the right dog came along. I found one at a rescue I think is perfect but she is about 2 years old and just under 3pounds. My current yorkie is 9lbs (about a pound to loose from grandma giving too many cookies) and my bf is worried that it's too much of a size diffrence and that the little one will be too fragile. We have no kids and I think he is just being paranoid but I had never had a dog that small and have some worries. The only health problems she has is a luxating patella but that is getting fixed so I think it'll be ok but I thought some of you on here must have also have "teacup" size yorkies and maybe had some advice.
Thanks!

I would first want to know why this tiny girl is at a rescue?

As for them playing together, the little on most likely will NOT play with the bigger one.

lexi43 · 12-17-2010, 06:57 AM

My little Yorkie Zach 6 lbs plays with my two Basset Hounds 50 plus pounds each and my Shorkie Zoe who is 12 lbs with no problems. I took a risk and it turned out great but if you are worried try to arrange a meeting of the two dogs.

yorkieusa · 12-17-2010, 07:30 AM

The little one, being at a rescue (why?) may not even know how to play.

You may not have children now, but what about later?

12-16-2010, 10:24 PM	#1
ChibiLuv and molliluv too! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Irving TX, USA Posts: 1,619	Advice from "teacup" owners I know, I know, no such thing, but there are yorkies that are super small out there. I have been serching for he perfect addition to my family and been open to adopting if the right dog came along. I found one at a rescue I think is perfect but she is about 2 years old and just under 3pounds. My current yorkie is 9lbs (about a pound to loose from grandma giving too many cookies) and my bf is worried that it's too much of a size diffrence and that the little one will be too fragile. We have no kids and I think he is just being paranoid but I had never had a dog that small and have some worries. The only health problems she has is a luxating patella but that is getting fixed so I think it'll be ok but I thought some of you on here must have also have "teacup" size yorkies and maybe had some advice. Thanks!

12-16-2010, 10:44 PM	#2
DvlshAngel985 Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA Posts: 12,693	Weight alone doesn't justify adding a second dog. You first have to see what the other dog's personality is like. He/she might be small but super feisty and can get on your dogs bad side if their personalities just don't click. See if you can set up a meet and make your decision from there. __________________ Littlest JakJak We miss you Kaji

12-17-2010, 04:51 AM	#6
Ringo1 Ringo (1) and Lucy too! Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: On the Edge of Glory Posts: 3,447	I have a 4 lb yorkie and she plays with my 15/16 lb Westie! He has to play more gently with her than he would say . . . another sturdy Westie. But he seems to know how to do this and they play all day long. They play chase; they play grab the toy from each other; roll around on the ground together. But I made sure I found a female who was a little more submissive since Ringo is so dominant - two dominant personalities might have clashes. However, Lucy still manages to get her way with Ringo as far as the toys go. Good Luck! __________________ Mommy to Lucy, Ringo, and Matthew

12-17-2010, 04:54 AM	#7
WV~Yorkies Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: WV Posts: 3,605 Blog Entries: 2	They can play fine together but not sure they will. I have a 3 pound girl that only plays with my smaller male or puppies. Everyone else scares her. She only plays some she thinks her feet are to good to hit the ground and wants carried most of the time. __________________ Melissa Wvyorkies

12-17-2010, 05:52 AM	#8
JDS YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: the good 'ol South Posts: 683	My advice would be to see how they get along before making a decision. I wouldn't base my decision on weight/size alone. Smaller babies tend to be more fragile, but it's not always the case. Good luck! __________________ Jenn & Lulu

12-16-2010, 11:32 PM	#3
concretegurl Between♥Suspensions Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Vaissades Posts: 7,979	Elvis my 9 pound "teapot" played with a tiny pup who was about the size of his head-no literally the size of his skull ears not included and no bigger...the lady called her pup a Micro-Mini Yorkie (I almost tossed my cookies on the spot). Any-who she about fainted watching them play, they enjoyed each other for a few minutes playing just fine..she and I on the other hand not so much...

12-16-2010, 11:41 PM	#4
Ivy1 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: East Coast Posts: 161 Blog Entries: 1	My advice would be to get yorkies who get along within 3lbs at adult weight at max . You also dont want to start out with a yorkie with medical problems. There are no teacups. It is a gimmick. Good luck.

12-17-2010, 06:02 AM	#9
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	Hmm...I have a guy who's 2.5 lbs. I haven't found any issues in regards to him being 'safe' in his interactions with our other, larger Yorkies, but then again, I couldn't fathom throwing him in with our 50 lb hound either. The most worrisome issue with him is not anything regarding his interaction with the other dogs, it's other things. He gets underfoot a lot and is so tiny. Anytime you're doing anything other than just sitting around, we have to put him up in his crate. Can't let him go upstairs with us because he can slip through the banisters. Have to really hover over him when taking him out because of the threat of hawks and owls. He can't sleep on the bed, because if you rolled over on him, or shifted and he rolled off the bed, it would kill him. And he seems to much more prone to hurting himself just doing things that the others don't have any issues with--jumping off the couch, stepping off the stairs wrong, etc. I really do wish he'd gotten a bit bigger like his siblings.

12-17-2010, 06:11 AM	#10
Sweet Apple Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, Texas USA Posts: 2,473	My 4 lb. chorkie won't play w/larger pups...She plays, great, w/Apple, but Apple weighs 5 1/2 lbs...However, having said that, this pup may be different...I'm sure I'd have a play date, before I made any decisions...However, you can see, from Brit's video, that Jackson, totally, respects the little girl's size...Watch how he steps over her, while they're playing...But then Jackson is one special pup!

12-17-2010, 06:26 AM	#11
Perrella Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: VA Posts: 8,040	I just have to jump in here and say...that Jackson really cracks me up! He is one terrific dog for sure!! Love that boy. __________________ Tena & Zhoie Sweet Little Miracle

12-17-2010, 06:52 AM	#12
sherjoy Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mexico Beach, FL Posts: 154	My little 3lb. 4 oz. Abby (Yorkie) loves to be with other dogs but as soon as they playfully pounce on her, she is scared and backs away. She takes up for herself but she is scared off even though you can see she wants to be friends. If we are out walking, she strains to get to other dogs out walking and if they don't pounce on her or hit at her with their paws, she wants to be friends. I think even when they do that, she wants to be friends but she is fearful. I' think personalities will play a huge part in whether they can reside in the same household.

12-17-2010, 06:57 AM	#14
lexi43 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Deer Park New York Posts: 1,586	My little Yorkie Zach 6 lbs plays with my two Basset Hounds 50 plus pounds each and my Shorkie Zoe who is 12 lbs with no problems. I took a risk and it turned out great but if you are worried try to arrange a meeting of the two dogs.

12-17-2010, 07:30 AM	#15
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	The little one, being at a rescue (why?) may not even know how to play. You may not have children now, but what about later? __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel