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Originally Posted by reneavalon  Looking for a good vet in Orange County, CA who specializes in mini or teacup breads. I have a 3 year old mini yorkie 5 lbs. I have heard this breed can't be anesthetized so I can't get her fixed, or have any kind of surgery. I have also been told that breeding is very dangerous.
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5 Pounds is just under the standard maximum of 7. Breeding under 5 pounds is not recommended, as it can be dangerous for such a small dog. I also wouldn't recommend breeding unless you are experienced. Being as she was a rescue/shelter dog, I am sure you don't have a lot of information on her background, her breeding lines, and testing can be quite expensive.
I have a 4 pound female, a 4 pound male and a 3 pound male, and they aren't micro or mini or teacup, as theres no such thing. They are AKC registered yorkies who just happen to be small. My vet has never had any qualms about putting them under for dentals or spay/neuter.