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Originally Posted by ehunney I don't know much about breeding, but common sense tells these people who purposely breed for tinies, that breeding a female dog, under 5 pounds, isn't healthy or safe. They are just to tiny, there bodies cannot handle it. But people are sick, and people are greedy.I do not think there is anything wrong with owning a "tiny", I just think that people need to realize the risks that come along with it.I right now am in the process of looking for a "tiny" yorkie,and the boy I'm highly considering getting will be about 2.5 pounds fully grown max(if even), but I don't work, or have any children, or any dogs over 10 pounds, and live literally around the corner from our family vet. But even with all of these factors, there are no guarentee's for the pup's saftey or health. So i am being VERY cautious and taking my time. |
You do sound like a good candidate for a tiny but I would also add, have the resources ($$$) to do whatever it takes if they become ill. Of course this would be true also for a normal size Yorkie. Too many times people believe buying is the most expense part of owning a Yorkie and as many of us know that is just the beginning if one of these little ones get sick.
I might add, I would also like to see statistic's/research on these little, little ones on their health and longevity. I understand the passion on YT about breeding tinies but I would also like to know what happens to these little ones as they go through their life.