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Originally Posted by kreuer  I am not a breeder or expert, but as a Yorkie (mix) owner I would prefer the puppy be closer to 12 weeks. The reason being size. At 8 weeks these puppies are so tiny and more at risk of injury and hypoglycemia issues. 4 more weeks can make a big difference in size and they have been on dry food longer. The biggest issue I have seen on here with these tiny 8 week old puppies is getting them to eat, and that can be a serious issue that many people are not equipped to handle. Yes, even at 12 weeks you can have issues with hypoglycemia, but I believe are less than at 8 weeks. I bought my Yorkie mix from a backyard breeder, before being more educated, and even she kept the puppies until 10 weeks, or longer, depending on their size and whether she felt they were ready and eating well. But, this is just my opinion on the matter. |
Sorry. this is just rubbish !
Yorkies eat well at 8 weeks. Same as any other breed.
Yorkies may be small but if you sit on an 8 week old Yorkie you would kill it.
Same for a 12 week old one.
It is irrelevant that "even she" kept her "backyard breeder" pups till 10 weeks.
People who breed "tiny" Yorkies are probably worth avoiding on ethical grounds.
A poorly bred puppy will remain so at 8 or 12 weeks.