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Originally Posted by rosemark  First, at 3.8 pounds, which is normally 3 pounds, 8 oz, and not a decimal place (vets are the only ones who do this), a lot depends upon whether you have a fat puppy or a slim puppy. A fat puppy won't likely more than double in size at a proper adult weight, so be honest about what the weight is you are seeing. Some smaller pups will continue to grow until about 18 months of age. I've seen 2 pounders end up at 5-1/2 pounds because they grew slowly. 3.8 pounds would typically translate into about a 7 pound dog. I've finished a number of dogs that size. You just have to be smart about the judges you show to. The reality of the final size has a lot to do with the bloodline and how quickly the dogs mature.
If this boy puppy is everything you want in a Yorkie and a future stud dog, and his attitude says he loves people and loves to go places, he may be a great dog to learn with. On the other hand, if both parents are very large, and he seems to be following in their foot steps, you may be right in saying he needs to become a pet. What I find the larger dogs contribute to my breeding program is movement, as they typically have greater reach and drive, and bone density--toothpick legs are not highly desireable. |
So true!
Thanks Roseanne for mentioning this. You should have seen the first dog I started showing with. (She was a cute little girl of 5 - 5 1/2 pounds and nice compact, but not the right coat texture. Her coat was never going to make it to the floor.) I loved her just the same, but it got me going in the right direction and I learned so much. Each time I went to a show or club meeting and talked with ones more experience I learned more. It takes time, but you have to start somewhere and just getting out there and get started is the first step. Best of luck!
P.S. With yorkies - it takes a long time to know if they have what it will take to becoming a champion.