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Originally Posted by Lorraine  Breed standard says silk. The whole history of the development of the Yorkie breed is involved to what it is today.
A 5 lbs dog is not undersized. There are many toy breeds that are usually 4 lbs and up and are considered an acceptable size.
Unfortunately, today the undersized are usually less than 4 lbs and very often are small due to health issues, including
underdeveloped kidneys.
Livershunt or other liver problems
hydrocephalic along with open fontenals.
other enzyme issues that can't be measured too easily but compromises the health of the puppy
Any repro Vet familiar with the Yorkie and other toy breeds that have access to the information of percentages of these undersized dogs with very bad health issues can enlighten anyone that asks.
BUt you do have to ask the Vet that is familiar with the issues such as a repro Vet or get in touch with Critical Care Vet clinics that deal with this stuff routinely. |
I was referring to the previous breed standard of 15 pounds and wirey hair