[Bellabean]

Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

I would recommend not getting a very tiny Yorkie but rather sticking with a standard size Yorkie. The ultra tinies can't live normal doggie lives, are often easily injured and born with more than one genetic predisposition to illness and orthopedic problems. I had a runt Yorkie that weighed 3 lb. grown and she had so much suffering and a very bad dislocation due to her frail joints that it is not something you would want to see any other sweet little dog ever go through. Not doing business with the people who purposefully breed to create the ultra tinies or teacups might someday discourage them from making more and more of these poor little dogs who often have such miserable lives. Many are healthy and live long lives but all too often, they are not.

Google "teacup Yorkshire Terrier medical problems" and terms like that and read before you buy. Besides the heartbreak of watching a little dog suffer, the vet costs can be thousands a year. Do your homework, learn about micro's and the problems they can come with and how to find a reputable, respected breeder of happy, healthy Yorkshire Terriers. Best of luck in your search.