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Robb · 06-25-2012, 06:49 AM

I have a chance to purchase a Yorkie from a very reputable breeder. The pup is now 10 weeks old and 1.5 lbs. The breeder estimates her full grown weight to be 3-3 1/2 lbs. Both of her parents are over 5 lbs. I wanted a small Yorkie but was looking for one within the breed standard. I thought the breed standard was 4-7 lbs. Today I found out that the AKC breed standard is actually " up to 7 lbs." I've heard so much about the smaller dogs being less healthy. Is this true? Should I buy this dog since I know it well bread or should I wait for another litter that has a larger dog? I'd like to hear all your thoughts. I just don't know what to do>

Thanks in advance for all your comments>
Jane

06-25-2012, 06:49 AM	#1
Robb Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Burlington,VT Posts: 15	3-3 1/2 lb Yorkie full grown I have a chance to purchase a Yorkie from a very reputable breeder. The pup is now 10 weeks old and 1.5 lbs. The breeder estimates her full grown weight to be 3-3 1/2 lbs. Both of her parents are over 5 lbs. I wanted a small Yorkie but was looking for one within the breed standard. I thought the breed standard was 4-7 lbs. Today I found out that the AKC breed standard is actually " up to 7 lbs." I've heard so much about the smaller dogs being less healthy. Is this true? Should I buy this dog since I know it well bread or should I wait for another litter that has a larger dog? I'd like to hear all your thoughts. I just don't know what to do> Thanks in advance for all your comments> Jane