You'll be able to determine the severity of it as he gets older. When picking out a yorkie, run your hand across it's back. If there is anything but a straight line, I'd look elsewhere.
Roached backs are hereditary. It's in the genes, so two perfect parents can have puppies that have them. It's a fault according to the standard and is frowned upon.
Roached backs have a tendency, but not always the case, of longer legs, shorter necks and low tail sets.
It isn't painful at all...just not attractive to the eye. It doesn't take away from a pet, though. |