It is really early to say how large that puppy will grow to be. For one thing she is in a large litter. Many times while puppies are still nursing there are some that get more nourishment than others. A puppy that is smaller in a litter could very well start to grow at a faster rate after it is weaned.
A knowledgeable breeder will not sell an 8 week old Yorkshire Terrier puppy. Yorkies need to be with their mom and the litter longer than 8 weeks. Many vets will say it is OK but most vets are not experienced breeders.
It sounds as though you are dealing with a backyard breeder. You are running a risk buying from such a breeder. There is plenty of information on YT about buying a puppy from a good breeder. There are also many stories from those who decided to take the risk and the very sad events that transpired afterward. |