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04-12-2012, 03:44 PM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Vallejo, CA
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| Possible growth spurt? Is it possible for a pup who weighed 4.8 lbs at 11 months to grow into a 10 lb adult 3 years later? I ask because I lost my yorkie at 11 months in 2008 and still keep an eye out for her. Recently I looked at a "found" dog that matches info about her and looks like her in every way except for her size. If it weren't for the size discrepancey, I would swear it is her. Is this possible? Looks like she was bred by backyard breeders. Would that contribute? |
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04-12-2012, 04:28 PM | #2 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Michigan USA & Sheffield UK
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| As a pet owner, I was sure (and so was the breeder...) that my yorkie would be around the 6-7lb mark. She hovered right around there for the longest time, but now at 1 1/2 years old she is well over it. So, as a layperson, I'd say it's definately possible, but hopefully a knowledgeable breeder will see your post & respond with their opinion.
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04-13-2012, 05:48 AM | #3 |
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| Growth Spurt Yes that is definitely possible. They usually retain some baby fat after delivery. Just like most women do. Occasionally I will have a mama get back to her original weight but as a rule they are bigger after weaning their litter.
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