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Originally Posted by EvaNoel  My babies haven't finished growing but should reach at least 4 to 5 lbs as adults, so I won't fall into either club. BUT I'm thinking a place to go and discuss the specific health problems, injury risk, and special care that goes along with owning a Tiny might be very educational. At the very least it could be a reality check for anyone thinking of owning a Yorkie under 3lbs. I am saddened by the breeding ethics of those advertising the micro, mini, teacup Yorkies, but unless the public is educated on this marketing gimmic, they will continue to be in demand (this is not to group those puppies born tiny in a litter of AKC standard bred Yorkies with those that purposely breed two tiny yorkies to whelp tiny babies to make a whopping profit). My daughter bought a "teapot" Yorkie after understanding the challenges of owning a small Yorkie because it fit safely into their active lifestyle with 3 kids and their careers.  |
That's what I was thinking. People could see why tinies aren't as easy as ones that are the breed standard. We could be a club that educates others on why breeders should breed standard ones instead of tinies. If I had my way, I'd have a 5 to 7 lb yorkie. They seem less fragile. Having a place for others to see all we go through with the small ones might be helpful in preventing someone from buying from a breeder that is breeding for the wrong standards. We've all seen the ads-teacup yorkies, super tiny yorkies for sale, or miniature yorkies here- only 5k and up...Those are the breeders that aren't breeding for the good of the breed. That's just wrong!!
Exactly what would be considered the weight for the club, anyhow? Anything under the standard? Just askin... lol
In reality, when I need help with a problem mine's having, I ask in the forums. It would just be nice to have some others to vent at or rave to about the smaller ones that truly understand the challenges of the tiny ones.