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Originally Posted by chachi  There have been no studies to indicate smaller yorkies have more health problems even from th bad breeders. I do agree that people should be careful when selecting a breeder but I dont agree with giving false unsubstantiated info |
Waaaat? I can't believe I'm reading this...chachi where have you been, in another planet?!
There are diseases, inherited diseases (aka genetic disorders, congenital defecrs) that cause 'stunted' growth. Hydrocephalus in TOY breed dogs:
Hydrocephalus in Toy Breed Puppies | VCA Animal Hospitals
Liver shunt which is prevalent in the Yorkshire Terrier & it stunts growth. Leggs calve perthes which is also very common in the breed, how many threads do we have on here about FHO surgery???