Micaela, weight is a difficult. LOL boy is it difficult. A good general rule of thumb is that when you run your hands down your baby's side, you should just be able to feel ribs, they should not be very pronounced, but should not be buried under a wall of fat, either. How many pounds or ounces is relative to the body structure. A heavy boned 8" tall 8" long yorkie will carry more weight than a very fine boned yorkie of the same height and length. If your baby is active, eating well from a good quality dry kibble, has been checked for parasites, his coat is shiny, and you can just barely feel ribs then he is probably the exact weight he should be.
Any time you would like to ask a "weight" question or just express concerns about your little one's weight, please feel free to pm me and I will respond as quickly as I can. I might not always have an answer to your question, but I will respond to the best of my ability. Good luck, sweetie. |