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schatzie · 01-22-2005, 09:03 AM

From all the replys to your posts it sounds like you have learned a lot, especially the fact that there is no such things as a "tea cup Yorkie"...

Schatzie is 8 months and 7 pounds, yes I too was hoping she'd be smaller but now it isn't even in my thoughts. She is wonderful and filled with so much love that she cold be 70 pounds and as long as healthy i wouldn't mind a bit.

Your baby sounds healthy too and that is what is most important.

The more I read from people who have Yorkies, the majority of them are on the bigger size which is the norm.

The smaller real tiny ones can have health concerns but I've also seen itty bitty ones who are healthy as can be. Either big or small all Yorkies need special care, what I mean by that is limit jumping off furniture, grooming, etc. But they are all loved no matter how big they get.

mybirdys2003 · 01-22-2005, 10:08 AM

That is way to much to pay for ANY DOG in my opinion! I see on the internet where they are charging that much, but can't really believe people would pay that! He will be a lovely companion for you though, and you will love the heck out of the Yorkie personality. And no, he is not too big. I paid $800. for mine. Only because my daughter insisted I buy this one when she was on vacation and found her. I could have gotten one for around $350. in my home town if I had waited. But she is lovely, and we were lonely and sad after having having just lost our Peke to cancer. So price is not relevant when one loves their dog. But, sadly you did get ripped off!

Chelsie1978 · 01-22-2005, 12:19 PM

Im going to be honest with you..Lady is 14 months old and weighs in at 2lbs.We have trouble with her keeping her weight up and she has been on high calorie food for the past 4 months to maintain her weight,because as soon as we take her off of the high calorie food,her weight goes down to 1lb 10oz (more or less).When they are so tiny,it IS a problem.But not only because of how fast they can deteriorate when and if they are ill,its also because of how extremly fragile they are.Lady cant get up onto furniture,she cant get down,and we have to be so careful when we are around the house so that she doesnt get stepped on etc,we also have to keep an eye on her sugar level (make sure she eats) because the tiny ones never grow out of hypoglycemic attacks,so even at a year old it can still happen..it is infact a huge responsabilty when they are very small.
Jess,my youngest yorkie,is 8 months old and weighs in at 8lb´s..now she is so much "easier" to have

We are more laid back with her because she can hold her own and she is SO much bigger and stronger.She eats wonderfully and we dont have to count the kibble to make sure shes had enough..its just a whole different story.
What ever the size of your baby,after 24hours you wont even notice because you will be head over heels inlove

It wont matter one bit how big or small they are

YorkieRose · 01-22-2005, 12:45 PM

Who is to say what price is too much..but the breeder should stand by what they sell. If you want a tiny and pay the price of one, then you should get one. $2000 will in most breeder circles get you an average quality show prospect male or tiny pet. I find if you double the weight at 12 weeks it is a good rule of thumb..few of mine ever grow bigger then the 12 wk weight doubled..I keep tabs on pups who leave..if I have charged for a tiny then a partial refund is due.

QTParis · 01-22-2005, 08:32 PM

Every Yorkie is the perfect size...I don't know a person here who would trade their baby for a bigger or smaller baby.

nadine529 · 01-22-2005, 09:42 PM

I have to chime in on the price issue. I really think a lot has to do with where you live. When I lived in NJ it there were many more reputable breeders then there are down here in FL. I could have gotten a Yorkie for around $650 - $1,000. (not necessarily show quality)

But in my quest for a Yorkie down here in Naples they were definitely higher. The freakin' pet store was selling these poor babies who were no question puppy mill puppies for $2,700.00!!!!!! (I wish they'd shut every pet store down, but that's another topic...)

I paid $1,000.00 for Bowzer from a breeder and I'd do it again!!! He's awesome!!!

Catrienne · 01-23-2005, 04:50 AM

Like everyone else said, 7lbs is a good weight. Paying $2,000 is a little steep, but if you live in NYC, Yorkies are going to cost more than usual, regardless of their size. The average going rate around here is something like $800, but a good deal are listed for $1,200. So, you weren't ripped off as badly as it might seem, due to the average cost of Yorkies in your area. I hope that makes you feel a little better!

I paid $500 for my newest Yorkie, but he isn't registered. His parents were 3lbs and 3.5lbs and he's tiny himself, so it was a really good deal. Smaller Yorkies are sooooo exspensive around here, $1,200 and up. My second youngest Yorkie is AKC and champion sired and I got her for $550, but I think that was because I was young and cute and wanted a puppy.

I think I payed $500 for the oldest. As for their weights, puppy is 3lbs (4 1/2 months), Maddie is 18lbs (but should weigh 12lbs) and Puppster is... 30lbs?? The weigh can vary a lot from dog to dog, even from the same litter.

Congrats on your baby!

lickthestar · 01-23-2005, 05:32 AM

I live in NYC and Archie cost us about $850. The reason is that we got him when he was 5 months old and he was already bigger than some of the other yorkies (5-6lbs). I was told that if we had gotten Archie when he was younger (at 4-8 weeks old) and smaller, we probably would have paid around $1,500 or $2,000....and why not? You'd see this tiny 1lb thing and say to yourself, awwww...he's so small, he won't grow big...he'll be like a really really expensive hamster for the rest of his life!!! But I think that at the point we got him, we all knew he was going to be big so they really couldn't really pull any "teacup," scheme even if they wanted to. Anyway, like I posted before, I talked to Archie's breeder yesterday (he's in Oklahoma) and Archie's sister is 3lbs., and the breeder told me that he has a hard time training her and getting her to eat, etc. But being a girl and 3 lbs., she can probably sell for $2,000 or more. May I just add that if you are thinking of buying yorkies, please please please make sure that you don't get them when they're too young? It's really bad for yorkies to be separated from their mothers too early--they end up having behavioural and health problems. And please do not let anyone sell you a much too young yorkie and tell you she's a "teacup." It's worth waiting until they are 2 or 3 or even 5 months old.

lucynfred · 01-23-2005, 05:52 AM

Luca Dean is 5 months and the word "teacup" was [thankgod] never mentioned when I spoke with the seller [her sick, pregnant sister- in- law was the breeder and had been so morning sick she was unable to get out of bed for long periods of time.] The breeder was apparently a good breeder though - talked to her on phone briefly.

So, I actually got a deal on Luca Dean because he was already 5 months old and the breeder knew her sis-in-law wasn't able to groom the pup and he was being kept outside. Breeder therefore reduced price. People want "puppies." I guess people no longer considered a 5 month old a puppy. He is registered and will be within AKC weight range for showing, but his personality is not "show dog" type. He's a bit shy and tenative. And he has bat ears. But he is our new love nonetheless!!! Anyway, he was $675. I was prepared to pay more, but my fiance would not let me pay more than $1000 for a yorkie unless it was show quality or championship bloodline. Anyway, we love Luca Dean and he's going to be probably around 6 lbs. I am so glad I got a yorkie this size, because we have an active household with other pets and my yorkie just wouldn't have done well if he were much smaller than he is now.

Rambo'smama · 01-23-2005, 08:31 AM

Thanks guys for your replies and the advice. I do really feel alot better about my situation. I'm glad I found this Yorkie Talk Forum. If it wasn't for this site I would still be very much confused. I'm so Happy and relieved I know more about these little bundle of joys,Yorkies.

Lickthestar where in NYC do you live?

browniesmom622 · 01-23-2005, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QTParis

Every Yorkie is the perfect size...I don't know a person here who would trade their baby for a bigger or smaller baby.

i wouldnt trade him but i wish he was alot smaller i wanted a dog that i would actually lift lol

lickthestar · 01-23-2005, 11:05 AM

I used to live in Chelsea (19th Street between 8th and 9th), but now I live in Forest Hills, in Queens, off 71st and Continental.

Rambo'smama · 01-23-2005, 01:35 PM

Oh okay.. i live here on the Lower East Side. I was going to ask you if you knew of any good dog runs around here. I use to go to one on Tomskin Square but then I discovered one on 23 and on 11 or 12 avenue. I've only been to that one once but liked it better than tomskin.

lickthestar · 01-23-2005, 04:22 PM

You might want to check out www.urbanhound.com They list all the good dog runs in the city, including the private ones where they might charge a little fee. We have a park across the street where Archie goes everyday (although it says no dogs allowed, but really, who follows rules when it comes to their dogs?!) but he also goes to the dog run several times a week. I work downtown and would love to sneak Archie into Battery Park.

Skye · 01-28-2005, 01:30 PM

I hate to admit this but my first yorkie a female was sold to me for $600. She told me it was teacup and not knowing a lot about them I believed her. There is no such thing as a teacup believe me I found out the hard way.
Spirit is around 8 to 9 lbs now does that sound like a teacup LOL. My other one is 4.5 but she was one I kept from her mother's, litter.
They both mean the world to me and the size doesnt' matter. You couldn't ask for more loyal dogs.

01-22-2005, 12:45 PM	#19
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	size Who is to say what price is too much..but the breeder should stand by what they sell. If you want a tiny and pay the price of one, then you should get one. $2000 will in most breeder circles get you an average quality show prospect male or tiny pet. I find if you double the weight at 12 weeks it is a good rule of thumb..few of mine ever grow bigger then the 12 wk weight doubled..I keep tabs on pups who leave..if I have charged for a tiny then a partial refund is due.

01-28-2005, 01:30 PM	#30
Skye YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 4	Skye I hate to admit this but my first yorkie a female was sold to me for $600. She told me it was teacup and not knowing a lot about them I believed her. There is no such thing as a teacup believe me I found out the hard way. Spirit is around 8 to 9 lbs now does that sound like a teacup LOL. My other one is 4.5 but she was one I kept from her mother's, litter. They both mean the world to me and the size doesnt' matter. You couldn't ask for more loyal dogs.

01-22-2005, 09:03 AM	#16
schatzie *Moderator Emeritus* Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tontitown Arkansas Posts: 4,909	From all the replys to your posts it sounds like you have learned a lot, especially the fact that there is no such things as a "tea cup Yorkie"... Schatzie is 8 months and 7 pounds, yes I too was hoping she'd be smaller but now it isn't even in my thoughts. She is wonderful and filled with so much love that she cold be 70 pounds and as long as healthy i wouldn't mind a bit. Your baby sounds healthy too and that is what is most important. The more I read from people who have Yorkies, the majority of them are on the bigger size which is the norm. The smaller real tiny ones can have health concerns but I've also seen itty bitty ones who are healthy as can be. Either big or small all Yorkies need special care, what I mean by that is limit jumping off furniture, grooming, etc. But they are all loved no matter how big they get.

01-22-2005, 10:08 AM	#17
mybirdys2003 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 980	That is way to much to pay for ANY DOG in my opinion! I see on the internet where they are charging that much, but can't really believe people would pay that! He will be a lovely companion for you though, and you will love the heck out of the Yorkie personality. And no, he is not too big. I paid $800. for mine. Only because my daughter insisted I buy this one when she was on vacation and found her. I could have gotten one for around $350. in my home town if I had waited. But she is lovely, and we were lonely and sad after having having just lost our Peke to cancer. So price is not relevant when one loves their dog. But, sadly you did get ripped off!

01-22-2005, 12:19 PM	#18
Chelsie1978 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Mallorca-Spain Posts: 379	Im going to be honest with you..Lady is 14 months old and weighs in at 2lbs.We have trouble with her keeping her weight up and she has been on high calorie food for the past 4 months to maintain her weight,because as soon as we take her off of the high calorie food,her weight goes down to 1lb 10oz (more or less).When they are so tiny,it IS a problem.But not only because of how fast they can deteriorate when and if they are ill,its also because of how extremly fragile they are.Lady cant get up onto furniture,she cant get down,and we have to be so careful when we are around the house so that she doesnt get stepped on etc,we also have to keep an eye on her sugar level (make sure she eats) because the tiny ones never grow out of hypoglycemic attacks,so even at a year old it can still happen..it is infact a huge responsabilty when they are very small. Jess,my youngest yorkie,is 8 months old and weighs in at 8lb´s..now she is so much "easier" to have We are more laid back with her because she can hold her own and she is SO much bigger and stronger.She eats wonderfully and we dont have to count the kibble to make sure shes had enough..its just a whole different story. What ever the size of your baby,after 24hours you wont even notice because you will be head over heels inlove It wont matter one bit how big or small they are

01-22-2005, 08:32 PM	#20
QTParis BANNED! Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 8	Every Yorkie is the perfect size...I don't know a person here who would trade their baby for a bigger or smaller baby.

01-22-2005, 09:42 PM	#21
nadine529 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 22	I have to chime in on the price issue. I really think a lot has to do with where you live. When I lived in NJ it there were many more reputable breeders then there are down here in FL. I could have gotten a Yorkie for around $650 - $1,000. (not necessarily show quality) But in my quest for a Yorkie down here in Naples they were definitely higher. The freakin' pet store was selling these poor babies who were no question puppy mill puppies for $2,700.00!!!!!! (I wish they'd shut every pet store down, but that's another topic...) I paid $1,000.00 for Bowzer from a breeder and I'd do it again!!! He's awesome!!!

01-23-2005, 04:50 AM	#22
Catrienne Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 70	Like everyone else said, 7lbs is a good weight. Paying $2,000 is a little steep, but if you live in NYC, Yorkies are going to cost more than usual, regardless of their size. The average going rate around here is something like $800, but a good deal are listed for $1,200. So, you weren't ripped off as badly as it might seem, due to the average cost of Yorkies in your area. I hope that makes you feel a little better! I paid $500 for my newest Yorkie, but he isn't registered. His parents were 3lbs and 3.5lbs and he's tiny himself, so it was a really good deal. Smaller Yorkies are sooooo exspensive around here, $1,200 and up. My second youngest Yorkie is AKC and champion sired and I got her for $550, but I think that was because I was young and cute and wanted a puppy. I think I payed $500 for the oldest. As for their weights, puppy is 3lbs (4 1/2 months), Maddie is 18lbs (but should weigh 12lbs) and Puppster is... 30lbs?? The weigh can vary a lot from dog to dog, even from the same litter. Congrats on your baby!

01-23-2005, 05:32 AM	#23
lickthestar YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NY Posts: 360	I live in NYC and Archie cost us about $850. The reason is that we got him when he was 5 months old and he was already bigger than some of the other yorkies (5-6lbs). I was told that if we had gotten Archie when he was younger (at 4-8 weeks old) and smaller, we probably would have paid around $1,500 or $2,000....and why not? You'd see this tiny 1lb thing and say to yourself, awwww...he's so small, he won't grow big...he'll be like a really really expensive hamster for the rest of his life!!! But I think that at the point we got him, we all knew he was going to be big so they really couldn't really pull any "teacup," scheme even if they wanted to. Anyway, like I posted before, I talked to Archie's breeder yesterday (he's in Oklahoma) and Archie's sister is 3lbs., and the breeder told me that he has a hard time training her and getting her to eat, etc. But being a girl and 3 lbs., she can probably sell for $2,000 or more. May I just add that if you are thinking of buying yorkies, please please please make sure that you don't get them when they're too young? It's really bad for yorkies to be separated from their mothers too early--they end up having behavioural and health problems. And please do not let anyone sell you a much too young yorkie and tell you she's a "teacup." It's worth waiting until they are 2 or 3 or even 5 months old.

01-23-2005, 05:52 AM	#24
lucynfred Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Tuscaloosa Posts: 199	Luca Dean is 5 months and the word "teacup" was [thankgod] never mentioned when I spoke with the seller [her sick, pregnant sister- in- law was the breeder and had been so morning sick she was unable to get out of bed for long periods of time.] The breeder was apparently a good breeder though - talked to her on phone briefly. So, I actually got a deal on Luca Dean because he was already 5 months old and the breeder knew her sis-in-law wasn't able to groom the pup and he was being kept outside. Breeder therefore reduced price. People want "puppies." I guess people no longer considered a 5 month old a puppy. He is registered and will be within AKC weight range for showing, but his personality is not "show dog" type. He's a bit shy and tenative. And he has bat ears. But he is our new love nonetheless!!! Anyway, he was $675. I was prepared to pay more, but my fiance would not let me pay more than $1000 for a yorkie unless it was show quality or championship bloodline. Anyway, we love Luca Dean and he's going to be probably around 6 lbs. I am so glad I got a yorkie this size, because we have an active household with other pets and my yorkie just wouldn't have done well if he were much smaller than he is now.

01-23-2005, 08:31 AM	#25
Rambo'smama Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Manhattan Posts: 200	Thanks guys for your replies and the advice. I do really feel alot better about my situation. I'm glad I found this Yorkie Talk Forum. If it wasn't for this site I would still be very much confused. I'm so Happy and relieved I know more about these little bundle of joys,Yorkies. Lickthestar where in NYC do you live?

01-23-2005, 11:05 AM	#27
lickthestar YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NY Posts: 360	I used to live in Chelsea (19th Street between 8th and 9th), but now I live in Forest Hills, in Queens, off 71st and Continental.

01-23-2005, 01:35 PM	#28
Rambo'smama Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Manhattan Posts: 200	Oh okay.. i live here on the Lower East Side. I was going to ask you if you knew of any good dog runs around here. I use to go to one on Tomskin Square but then I discovered one on 23 and on 11 or 12 avenue. I've only been to that one once but liked it better than tomskin.

01-23-2005, 04:22 PM	#29
lickthestar YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NY Posts: 360	You might want to check out www.urbanhound.com They list all the good dog runs in the city, including the private ones where they might charge a little fee. We have a park across the street where Archie goes everyday (although it says no dogs allowed, but really, who follows rules when it comes to their dogs?!) but he also goes to the dog run several times a week. I work downtown and would love to sneak Archie into Battery Park.