 Health of the FurBabby
I have a 2 pound Chi-Poo, a 2 1/2 pound Yorkie and a 7 lb Yorkie. They are all 3 healthy, strong, full of life and have not had any Health problems. I think a lot of it depends on their breeding. To me animals are just like people, some are smaller than others. I think if your dogs are bred from a long line of small parents, they will be small, most of the time and vice versa. As long as their ancestors were healthy, hopefully, they got those healthy genes.
When my dogs were babies, we were extra careful with them, watching not to step on them, drop them, etc. Now they get out of the way before we have to think about it.
It's interesting that the 2 lb. Chi-Poo runs the show. I was really afraid of having him neutered, but the Vet assured me it was not a problem and it wasn't.
I recently learned that all puppies and kittens are neutered or spayed at the Animal Shelter at 6 weeks. Now, I think that's scary.
I have a friend with 2 Bichon's who was really worried about the expense I was going to have at the Vet with my 2 little ones because of their size. Both of her 14 lb. dogs have had leg problems and have required $1000surgeries each, so it just goes to show you that you never know.
Unfortunately, I think it's just like me or you. I was just diagnosed with high blood pressure. People are going to get sick and dogs will get sick.
Oh, and by the way, I would get another tiny dog as long as I could see the parents and it's siblings. They are easier to transport, cost less to feed, etc.
I forgot to mention, we also have a 15 Lb. Bichon, who we love dearly, I would also not have a problem getting another 15 lb. dog. She's actually the sweetest furbaby we have! No health problems from her either. |