WHY does everyone want a "teacup"?????? - Page 3 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

gartracog · 03-24-2008, 05:35 PM

I agree that there is no such thing as a t-cup. wait yes there is a cup you drink t out of lol.

just kidding. My Yankee is approx 2lb s and is only 5.5 mos old. I am told he should be around three to four lbs full grown but I dont think he will be that big. Mabey if I put two lbs of clothes on him

Blossom is 3.5-4lbs now and is only seven mos. So you never know on size. I was told by both breeders I bought from would be 5-7 lbs for both dogs. I just dont see it right now. I would not on purpose buy a small dog. I was looking for the breed standard on my dogs so I bought these two dogs thinking they would be in size. Good luck finding good homes for your babies.
Tracy

sheilajom · 05-15-2008, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by GurleyGirl

Some people just prefer smaller dogs... Most of my yorkies are on the smaller size... just my preference. (plus the poop is smaller!!

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I am sure you will find great homes for your puppies. Best of luck to you.

That was my reasoning behind it, the poop! Small dog=small poop. But I don't want a 2 or 3 lb dog. I think 4-5 lbs is good. But that's just my preference. Now saying that if my dog turned out to be smaller or larger that doesn't mean I would love him less.

BakersDozen · 05-15-2008, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Ladymom

I think it's scary you don't even know that there is no such thing as a "teacup" in the Yorkie standard and you are breeding.

From the context, I believe the poster is aware that "teacup" is not a breed. It sounded to me like she was using the term to describe the size of the dog. I suppose she should have put the term in quotation marks to ward off any assumptions. From now on we'll all watch our punctuation more carefully.

rebecca127 · 05-15-2008, 07:43 AM

To the OP, I understand how this frustrates you but many many people (outside this forum) do not know that the term Teacup is a false advertising scheme or that there is no such thing.

I say this because I was one of those people. I didnt even know what a yorkie looked like. All I know is that one night i was walking down the street I saw an older gentleman walking the smallest dog I ever saw and it was all black and I had nvr seen that before...(mind you I didnt even know yorkies changed colors... I thought it was gonna be all black forever...)

So I got my little baby as a surprise from my bf and she was AKC registered and was from a legit breeder. But once I found this forum it completely opened my eyes to the Yorkie world. I had no idea about LS or luxating patellla or collapsing trachea and mine being only 3 lbs it was more shocking to me.

THANK GOD, my baby is healthy and in good shape but I feel that for every call you get try to inform ppl about the risks of having a smaller pup and the work that is involved. I think that way you will change the way ppl think... even if its only a handful ppl.

I am sorry my post is so long but I just wanted you to know that....

Oh and next time I get another pup trust me it will like 7 or 8 LBS!!! lol

~~Rebecca~~

rebecca127 · 05-15-2008, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Agree 100%

I can't count the times I've had people ask for teacups or have seen 2.5 lb Kasey and cooed, "I want one his size." I just sigh, roll my eyes and say, "no you don't.'

I get this exact same thing and I say the exact same thing. I tell people there is no such thing as tea cup... she is just a small yorkie...

ranant12 · 05-15-2008, 08:14 AM

You know the whole "teacup" thing drives me crazy. Diva weighed 5 lbs pre-pregnancy and Coco weighs 4lbs. For heavens sake, they ARE "tiny". How small do people want dogs to be?? I also own a chocolate lab that is a super big baby at 98lbs. Next to him, Diva and Coco look like hamsters.

All I want is healthy dogs. I don't care what breed it is. I want healthy dogs within the breed standard. I dread Diva having her babies and having to deal with the "uneducated" that want "teacups". I may be tempted to tell them that I raise yorkies, not fine china!!

RONLYNN · 05-15-2008, 09:18 AM

I know people on her HATE the whole t-cup thing and OK so there is technically "no such thing as a tea-cup" BUT regardless of all of this it is a term used to describe a small sized dog (regardless of the breed)...a dog that is as an adult 2 or 3 lbs people describe it as a tea-cup. No matter how many people on here try to educate people it has become a universal term used to describe a tiny dog and especially to most of the people out there in the world when they see a tiny dog they say "oh look at that teacup dog". You can't educate the whole world and even though it is not right, it has become right. Here is an example (outside of the yorkie world) that BUGS my dad but there is nothing that he can do about it and that is the use of the word peruse...most people use it incorrectly. People say "I was perusing the paper today for a few minutes" or "Oh, I didn't really read that article I just perused it." This is not the correct use of this word...it means to intently study or to thoroughly read but it has become acceptable to use it in the opposite way it was intended and now it is socially acceptable to use it in the incorrect way. I'm just saying...you can't change the whole world and MOST people outside of this website use the word "teacup" to describe an extra small dog. I've never wanted to get into this on here because I know the hate is going to come back to me but people on here jump all over new people when they come on here and use that term....they really mean no harm, they are just describing an extra small dog and in less words everyone knows what they are talking about when they say "teacup" - it's much simplier. I realize that technically there is "no such thing as a teacup"....I'm just saying.

bchgirl · 05-15-2008, 09:25 AM

I agree people use the term teacup...to describe size. I hear it repeatedly when someone sees mine...oh, they are HUGE. I have a teacup. My response to that any more is...oh yeah and leaving it at that.

In regards to why people want a tiny yorkie....I believe you need to thank the advertising agencies and celebrities.

belindaY · 05-15-2008, 11:12 AM

I'm pretty much with MyFairLacy on this one. When I get an inquiry for teacup size I tend to dismiss it as not a serious candidate for one of my puppies, even when I do have some that will probably fit that description. If they've done any reading at all they know better than to use that term around a real breeder.

cooperk · 05-15-2008, 11:25 AM

When I began my research into the breed, I had no idea how small a 5 lb Yorkie was. I think it's difficult for people to scale the actual size of the dog by the weight, unless they are more familiar with the breed. I loved the look of the breed too, and actually learned alot on this site before I found Trixie. The breeder said she would probably be under 5 lbs, and I was hoping for a bit larger, for health reasons. I am very happy that she's now just over 4 lbs and is 6 months, so I expect she will reach 5 lbs (yea!).

I agree that someone looking for a very very small dog will not necessarily make a good home. They're most likely looking for an accessory.

I was looking for a sweet lapdog! (yes I dress her and take her places too...can't resist as she's such a great companion).

Hang in there with the good new home search. They'll come along.

cesar49 · 05-15-2008, 01:01 PM

If I had puppies to sell, I wouldn't sell to anyone that inquired about a teacup

i agree.. you dont want new owners who ask this question

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BakersDozen · 05-15-2008, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by RONLYNN

I know people on her HATE the whole t-cup thing and OK so there is technically "no such thing as a tea-cup" BUT regardless of all of this it is a term used to describe a small sized dog (regardless of the breed)...a dog that is as an adult 2 or 3 lbs people describe it as a tea-cup. No matter how many people on here try to educate people it has become a universal term used to describe a tiny dog and especially to most of the people out there in the world when they see a tiny dog they say "oh look at that teacup dog". You can't educate the whole world and even though it is not right, it has become right. Here is an example (outside of the yorkie world) that BUGS my dad but there is nothing that he can do about it and that is the use of the word peruse...most people use it incorrectly. People say "I was perusing the paper today for a few minutes" or "Oh, I didn't really read that article I just perused it." This is not the correct use of this word...it means to intently study or to thoroughly read but it has become acceptable to use it in the opposite way it was intended and now it is socially acceptable to use it in the incorrect way. I'm just saying...you can't change the whole world and MOST people outside of this website use the word "teacup" to describe an extra small dog. I've never wanted to get into this on here because I know the hate is going to come back to me but people on here jump all over new people when they come on here and use that term....they really mean no harm, they are just describing an extra small dog and in less words everyone knows what they are talking about when they say "teacup" - it's much simplier. I realize that technically there is "no such thing as a teacup"....I'm just saying.

JCarlson2004 · 05-15-2008, 01:20 PM

Wow, this is a little harsh.

abbey lee · 05-15-2008, 01:20 PM

A lot of people do not know a lot about the breed. We can't expect everyone to know as much as the people on YT do!!

But people rarely research the breed before getting one. They want a small breed dog so they think yorkie and they usually choose to get a yorkie BECAUSE they want a SMALL dog. So then they set out on finding the smallest small dog.

Sandysbabies · 05-15-2008, 01:25 PM

It irratates the heck out of me to see teacups and toy yorkies advertised in the paper. You sure know then they do not know what they are talking about when a yorkie is a toy breed to start with. They act like they have something special. Then these poor little babies suffer all kinds of health problems because of the stupidlity of people. Like someone else said earlier, you want something that small go buy a hamster. That was a good one.

05-15-2008, 07:43 AM	#34
rebecca127 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Jackson Heights, NY Posts: 226	To the OP, I understand how this frustrates you but many many people (outside this forum) do not know that the term Teacup is a false advertising scheme or that there is no such thing. I say this because I was one of those people. I didnt even know what a yorkie looked like. All I know is that one night i was walking down the street I saw an older gentleman walking the smallest dog I ever saw and it was all black and I had nvr seen that before...(mind you I didnt even know yorkies changed colors... I thought it was gonna be all black forever...) So I got my little baby as a surprise from my bf and she was AKC registered and was from a legit breeder. But once I found this forum it completely opened my eyes to the Yorkie world. I had no idea about LS or luxating patellla or collapsing trachea and mine being only 3 lbs it was more shocking to me. THANK GOD, my baby is healthy and in good shape but I feel that for every call you get try to inform ppl about the risks of having a smaller pup and the work that is involved. I think that way you will change the way ppl think... even if its only a handful ppl. I am sorry my post is so long but I just wanted you to know that.... Oh and next time I get another pup trust me it will like 7 or 8 LBS!!! lol ~~Rebecca~~ __________________ I <3 Abby

05-15-2008, 09:18 AM	#37
RONLYNN Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Manhattan Beach, CA Posts: 1,635	I know people on her HATE the whole t-cup thing and OK so there is technically "no such thing as a tea-cup" BUT regardless of all of this it is a term used to describe a small sized dog (regardless of the breed)...a dog that is as an adult 2 or 3 lbs people describe it as a tea-cup. No matter how many people on here try to educate people it has become a universal term used to describe a tiny dog and especially to most of the people out there in the world when they see a tiny dog they say "oh look at that teacup dog". You can't educate the whole world and even though it is not right, it has become right. Here is an example (outside of the yorkie world) that BUGS my dad but there is nothing that he can do about it and that is the use of the word peruse...most people use it incorrectly. People say "I was perusing the paper today for a few minutes" or "Oh, I didn't really read that article I just perused it." This is not the correct use of this word...it means to intently study or to thoroughly read but it has become acceptable to use it in the opposite way it was intended and now it is socially acceptable to use it in the incorrect way. I'm just saying...you can't change the whole world and MOST people outside of this website use the word "teacup" to describe an extra small dog. I've never wanted to get into this on here because I know the hate is going to come back to me but people on here jump all over new people when they come on here and use that term....they really mean no harm, they are just describing an extra small dog and in less words everyone knows what they are talking about when they say "teacup" - it's much simplier. I realize that technically there is "no such thing as a teacup"....I'm just saying. __________________ Ronda & Teddi PPU - Petite Pups United Member The PINK Club Member **

05-15-2008, 09:25 AM	#38
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 15,444 Blog Entries: 2	I agree people use the term teacup...to describe size. I hear it repeatedly when someone sees mine...oh, they are HUGE. I have a teacup. My response to that any more is...oh yeah and leaving it at that. In regards to why people want a tiny yorkie....I believe you need to thank the advertising agencies and celebrities. __________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com

05-15-2008, 11:25 AM	#40
cooperk YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Westford, MA Posts: 382	When I began my research into the breed, I had no idea how small a 5 lb Yorkie was. I think it's difficult for people to scale the actual size of the dog by the weight, unless they are more familiar with the breed. I loved the look of the breed too, and actually learned alot on this site before I found Trixie. The breeder said she would probably be under 5 lbs, and I was hoping for a bit larger, for health reasons. I am very happy that she's now just over 4 lbs and is 6 months, so I expect she will reach 5 lbs (yea!). I agree that someone looking for a very very small dog will not necessarily make a good home. They're most likely looking for an accessory. I was looking for a sweet lapdog! (yes I dress her and take her places too...can't resist as she's such a great companion). Hang in there with the good new home search. They'll come along. __________________ Kathy, Trixie, Barkley, and Rascal Follow Trixie's pups progress at www.ladybugyorkies.blogspot.com

05-15-2008, 01:01 PM	#41
cesar49 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: eagles nest ohio Posts: 1,325 Blog Entries: 1	If I had puppies to sell, I wouldn't sell to anyone that inquired about a teacup i agree.. you dont want new owners who ask this question.

03-24-2008, 05:35 PM	#31
gartracog Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 54	I agree that there is no such thing as a t-cup. wait yes there is a cup you drink t out of lol. just kidding. My Yankee is approx 2lb s and is only 5.5 mos old. I am told he should be around three to four lbs full grown but I dont think he will be that big. Mabey if I put two lbs of clothes on him Blossom is 3.5-4lbs now and is only seven mos. So you never know on size. I was told by both breeders I bought from would be 5-7 lbs for both dogs. I just dont see it right now. I would not on purpose buy a small dog. I was looking for the breed standard on my dogs so I bought these two dogs thinking they would be in size. Good luck finding good homes for your babies. Tracy

05-15-2008, 08:14 AM	#36
ranant12 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2008 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 225	You know the whole "teacup" thing drives me crazy. Diva weighed 5 lbs pre-pregnancy and Coco weighs 4lbs. For heavens sake, they ARE "tiny". How small do people want dogs to be?? I also own a chocolate lab that is a super big baby at 98lbs. Next to him, Diva and Coco look like hamsters. All I want is healthy dogs. I don't care what breed it is. I want healthy dogs within the breed standard. I dread Diva having her babies and having to deal with the "uneducated" that want "teacups". I may be tempted to tell them that I raise yorkies, not fine china!!

05-15-2008, 11:12 AM	#39
belindaY Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: redmond Posts: 132	I'm pretty much with MyFairLacy on this one. When I get an inquiry for teacup size I tend to dismiss it as not a serious candidate for one of my puppies, even when I do have some that will probably fit that description. If they've done any reading at all they know better than to use that term around a real breeder.

05-15-2008, 01:20 PM	#43
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	Wow, this is a little harsh. __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You Last edited by Wylie's Mom; 05-21-2008 at 08:26 AM.

05-15-2008, 01:20 PM	#44
abbey lee Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 843	A lot of people do not know a lot about the breed. We can't expect everyone to know as much as the people on YT do!! But people rarely research the breed before getting one. They want a small breed dog so they think yorkie and they usually choose to get a yorkie BECAUSE they want a SMALL dog. So then they set out on finding the smallest small dog. __________________ Chelsey & Abbey We love and miss you MINNIE. Never far from our thoughts, Rest In Peace

05-15-2008, 01:25 PM	#45
Sandysbabies YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 2,234	It irratates the heck out of me to see teacups and toy yorkies advertised in the paper. You sure know then they do not know what they are talking about when a yorkie is a toy breed to start with. They act like they have something special. Then these poor little babies suffer all kinds of health problems because of the stupidlity of people. Like someone else said earlier, you want something that small go buy a hamster. That was a good one.