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Originally Posted by xoCourtney  correct chachi  I just want people to understand that there ARE smaller yorkies who do come from reputable breeders (not by fault). |
It's so true that even the most reputable breeder can have a runt or very undersized puppy. My Jilly was a runt born half the size of her littermates, so ill she was barely alive, but deliberate or not, she still had so many size-related medical problems, as can other unusually small puppies that make it to adulthood. Of course, not all runts stay small or are unhealthy and all are still noble animals. Still, it's probably wise to always proceed with caution, be prepared and know what you might be getting into when considering getting the smallest pup of the litter if it is unusually small or frail.
Here is a simple, short article about little runts.
What Causes a Dog to Be the Runt of the Litter? | Dog Care - The Daily Puppy