Yorkshire Terriers should be 8 to 9 inches at the shoulder and weigh no more than seven pounds, with four to six pounds being preferred.
Yorkies are inconsistent in size. It's not unusual for a single litter to contain one Yorkie weighing less than four pounds, one who weighs five or six pounds, and one who grows to be 12 to 15 pounds.
Beware of breeders who offer "tea cup" Yorkshire Terriers. Dogs who are smaller than the standard are prone to genetic disorders and are at a higher health risk in general.
That said ,Keno's parents were 5 and 6 lbs. He was 4.8lbs at 13 weeks and now at 2 1/2 years he is 13 inches high and 15.6 lbs. He is tall and slim, long legs and long body. He get 1/4 cup Royal Canin in the morning and 1/4 Royal Canin in the evening. |