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Originally Posted by Teresamag  I agree if the buyer is looking for a smaller Yorkie. Too many think that a "teacup Yorkie" is a separate breed and I think it's misleading to let them assume it is. When people call and ask if I have any "teacup Yorkies" I just ask them what size they are looking for. Most often I have to explain that there is no "official" description of "teacup" and I want to help them find the correct size for their family. A good deal of people looking for a "teacup" actually want a Yorkie who is 4-5 lbs anyway and not a tiny one - they just think it's a correct term. I don't think I've ever had a puppy who ended up smaller than 3-3 1/2 lbs anyway as an adult but I'm truely confused when anyone asks for a Yorkie who will be 2 1/2 lbs. Do they really know what a 2 1/2 lb dog looks like? Many people (myself included) are bad at estimating weight by looking at a dog and tend to undersize them. I wonder how many of those "3 lb Yorkies" are actually 4-4 1/2 lbs?
Teresa |
Good response and I will say exactly that the next time I'm asked. Sometimes people just surprise me and I'm not always quick on the reply. Your reply to them is perfect...and a good way to open the door to get clarification on exactly what they are looking for and to help them understand some of the perils of having an extra small Yorkie.