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Originally Posted by gracielove  Most of the toy breeds were smaller when they were first established. I think that stating that anything over 7lbs is not considered purebred might be taking it too far. Too many are aiming at breeding for smaller instead of better. I think it might be better to have the weight range a bit broader. When the weight range is that narrow over time people could start producing too many tiny babies. |
Smaller than 3 lbs?? WOW!! You are right it is a shame that breeders are focusing on size rather than the betterment of the breed. I read somewhere that some rather unscrupulous breeders will sometimes have c-sections given to poor Yorkie mommies prematurely in order to produce tiny "teacup" Yorkie puppies. Very sad and sick indeed. I was horrified when I read this. When Yorkies are puppies, not fully grown, they are sweet tiny little bundles of joy; however I would want them to grow some and be healthy and hearty.