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Originally Posted by LoveNeverDies  Hello everybody! So after a ton of breeder researching I recently picked out a little girl. I saw my little girl on Friday and she was 5 days old weighing a little under 4 oz. I loved her parents looks and dispositions and felt very comfortable with the breeder. She was the runt of the litter by 2 oz . I just fell in love with her when I held her, and she even stopped crying when I would pet her.  I put my deposit on her and was satisfied. I know a family that has 5 generations of her dogs and her lines have been tested and do not carry any genetic issues. However, all I keep hearing from people is that she is much too small and will be sickly. Now I have seen on here that the runt can often outgrow her littermates and is often healthy but I wanted to ask anyone what they thought an average size of a 5 day yorkie was. I know it varies a lot but if i could just get a guesstimate it would be much appreciated, and no i am not trying to get a little tiny dog, I know that the designer terms are marketing ploys only. I would much rather her be healthy then tiny, but I would like to carry her around with me. I just really adore this little girl and her little white chest patch.  I am so excited. She's only 8 days today and I have almost everything for her already. Any opinions or tips would be greatly appreciated. |
I think at 5 days, Yorkies can way various ounces. Maybe yours didn't have the room she needed in the womb, but will make up for it now that she's out!
Don't let anyone dampen your spirits. As long as the breeder, whom you trust, says the pup in on course and is honest with you in all future happenings - just enjoy the ride and wait to bring your baby home!
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