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05-12-2009, 03:19 PM | #1 |
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| Do breeders breed standard size yorkies anymore? I've been looking for a yorkie, a standard 6-7 lb one. It seems that most breeders I've seen produce ones that are less than 5 lbs. I thought the AKC standard was right at 7 lbs or less but with most show dogs right at the weight limit. Is the standard changing or people here just prefer them a lot smaller? |
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05-12-2009, 03:22 PM | #2 |
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| Yeah, people seem to like them smaller and smaller I think all the Paris Hilton's, etc have made that seem very appealing to a lot of people, lol. I do believe though that the standard is technically between 4-7 pounds, I believe.
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05-12-2009, 03:39 PM | #3 |
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05-12-2009, 03:45 PM | #4 | |
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05-12-2009, 03:46 PM | #5 |
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| Both of Rocco's parents were five pounds and he is 9.5 But I too have been looking for more of a standard size so when we get another it will be similar to Roc, don't want him to hurt a little one when they play. |
05-12-2009, 03:55 PM | #6 | |
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05-12-2009, 04:01 PM | #7 | |
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| Quote: I do realize that but this is taken from the YTCA website All breeders may occasionally have an unusually small Yorkie (hopefully healthy), though no responsible breeder breeds for this trait. Many breeders prefer a general weight range of 4-7 four pounds believing that size retains desired Toy qualities while maintaining optimum health. The Yorkie Standard states weight "must not exceed seven pounds" and as a prospective pet owner you should realize that even at 7 pounds, the Yorkie is still a small dog. (Females weighing less than 5 pounds are considered by most breeders to be unsuitable for breeding.) | |
05-12-2009, 04:05 PM | #8 |
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| I like My Suzi's weight she is right around the 7 lb range> She still looks very small , and i'd be honestly scared to have a tiny running around my place, although as precious as any other Yorkie , I feel like it important to breed to the standard. However, even for the reputable breeder it is difficult to determine the exact weight a yorkie pup will be at it's full weight all the time. I think they do, at times surprise you. I'd love to have anther Yorkie , and I'd still will go for the 7lb range
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05-12-2009, 04:07 PM | #9 |
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| i also remember reading the standard size is 4-7lbs. is that incorrect? i was just thinking today that if it wasn't for possible health problems, i personally really like the smaller yorkies. because they really are a lot easier to travel with. (i take milu everywhere with me, and it's so easy! ) but i rather have a healthy dog than an easier to travel with dog. so i still think it's VERY important to find a good breeder.
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05-12-2009, 04:13 PM | #10 |
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| the AKC standard only says not more than seven pounds. There is no bottom weight. I have all sizes. My guys are around 4 lbs, two girls are six pounds and one is almost seven and has just prioduced the biggest puppy I have ever had. She will be built big like her mama. I do not breed for tiny but have sometimes had them. My one stud, Ceeby, rarely has produced anything over four pounds. He has only had two that have reached five pounds well actually three now because i think this new puppy will be around 6-7 lbs. I prefer mine to be about five pounds to six pounds. I also think that only unethical breederss breed for the tinies on purpose. |
05-12-2009, 04:43 PM | #11 |
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| check out breeders.com you might have some luck there from what ive read 4-7 pounds is standard. |
05-12-2009, 06:57 PM | #12 |
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| The best thing to do is call several breeders and tell them what you are looking for. Eventually you will find one that has a full-size yorkie for sale. Both of my boys are over the weight standard, but that was what I was looking for. We couldn't be happier with our sturdy little guys.
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05-12-2009, 08:06 PM | #13 |
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| I do not breed for tinies.. although that is not to say I would get one.. but I only breed a female over 5 pounds and like then at least 6 to feel better about my momma... my male is 5 pounds and I do not know yet what size he will produce..but comes from show lines..so knowing this I feel pretty good about what size I will be breeding.. anne |
05-13-2009, 03:55 AM | #14 |
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| AKC standard reading thru these post, it is obvious that most people posting are not familiar with the AKC standard so here it is copied and pastied from their website. Note what is says about weight. it is a misconception 4-7lbs Yorkshire Terrier Breed Standard Toy Group General Appearance That of a long-haired toy terrier whose blue and tan coat is parted on the face and from the base of the skull to the end of the tail and hangs evenly and quite straight down each side of body. The body is neat, compact and well proportioned. The dog's high head carriage and confident manner should give the appearance of vigor and self-importance. Head Small and rather flat on top, the skull not too prominent or round, the muzzle not too long, with the bite neither undershot nor overshot and teeth sound. Either scissors bite or level bite is acceptable. The nose is black. Eyes are medium in size and not too prominent; dark in color and sparkling with a sharp, intelligent expression. Eye rims are dark. Ears are small, V-shaped, carried erect and set not too far apart. Body Well proportioned and very compact. The back is rather short, the back line level, with height at shoulder the same as at the rump. Legs and Feet Forelegs should be straight, elbows neither in nor out. Hind legs straight when viewed from behind, but stifles are moderately bent when viewed from the sides. Feet are round with black toenails. Dewclaws, if any, are generally removed from the hind legs. Dewclaws on the forelegs may be removed. Tail Docked to a medium length and carried slightly higher than the level of the back. Coat Quality, texture and quantity of coat are of prime importance. Hair is glossy, fine and silky in texture. Coat on the body is moderately long and perfectly straight (not wavy). It may be trimmed to floor length to give ease of movement and a neater appearance, if desired. The fall on the head is long, tied with one bow in center of head or parted in the middle and tied with two bows. Hair on muzzle is very long. Hair should be trimmed short on tips of ears and may be trimmed on feet to give them a neat appearance. Colors Puppies are born black and tan and are normally darker in body color, showing an intermingling of black hair in the tan until they are matured. Color of hair on body and richness of tan on head and legs are of prime importance in adult dogs, to which the following color requirements apply: Blue: Is a dark steel-blue, not a silver-blue and not mingled with fawn, bronzy or black hairs. Tan: All tan hair is darker at the roots than in the middle, shading to still lighter tan at the tips. There should be no sooty or black hair intermingled with any of the tan. Color on Body The blue extends over the body from back of neck to root of tail. Hair on tail is a darker blue, especially at end of tail. Headfall A rich golden tan, deeper in color at sides of head, at ear roots and on the muzzle, with ears a deep rich tan. Tan color should not extend down on back of neck. Chest and Legs A bright, rich tan, not extending above the elbow on the forelegs nor above the stifle on the hind legs. Weight Must not exceed seven pounds. Disqualifications: Any solid color or combination of colors other than blue and tan as described above. Any white markings other than a small white spot on the forechest that does not exceed 1 inch at its longest dimension. Approved July 10, 2007 Effective October 1, 2007 Yorkshire Terrier Links Colors and Markings | Did You Know? | History | Photos | Puppies | Shop For Your Breed | Video AKC Homepage | About this Site | Employment | Contact Us | Corporate Advertising | Privacy Statement | Terms of Use | Your CA Privacy Rights © 2009 American Kennel Club® (AKC Copyright and Trademark Statement) |
05-13-2009, 04:06 AM | #15 |
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| THANK YOU! I see it stated all the time that the standard is 4-7 lbs and that is NOT CORRECT. The standard per AKC, as you have posted, is "not to exceed 7 lbs." 4-7 lbs may be the average size, or the preferred size (as worded on YTCA's site above) but it is NOT the standard for the breed. |
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