[OwnedByJezebel]

The Reliant Dog Show is next month. You could attend and talk to some breeders there.

There is no way to guarantee size. A reputable breeder will have an idea about a size range, but will be honest with you that it cannot be guaranteed. If you are set on a smaller size, an older pup might be what you need because it will be apparent at that point where they will end up as an adult.

That's where it can be really helpful to have contact with show breeders. They will not breed a female that is under 5 lbs. Sometimes they have high quality pups that they hold back with the intent of bringing them into the show ring, championing them, and then using them in their breeding program. In the case of some females, it becomes apparent that they are not going to reach 5 lbs., the show breeder will let them go to a pet home.

These tend to be really great dogs ... I've had one. They're under a year of age, but since they were very young they've been worked with in preparation for the show ring. They're accustomed to being handled and examined, groomed, having their topknot fixed, walking on a leash, etc. They can even be well housebroken and spayed.

Good luck with your search.