The origin of the "teacup" title began in England. Wealthy families would breed these "teacup" yorkies, which under the guidelines for a teacup Yorkshire terrier, it had to, at full maturity, be able to fit under a standard British teacup. Therefore, according to those who began this amazing breed which came out of Yorkshire, England there is a teacup standard. However, this is not a standard that the AMERICAN Kennel Club recognizes.
Don't get me wrong, I am not condoning the breeding of super-tiny yorkies, however, at one time, it was standard practice in the birthplace of the Yorkshire Terrier.
