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frokenvin · 08-09-2005, 10:17 PM

Alright, I hope this doesn't sound shallow to you folks, but it is very important that I get a Yorkie that will be on the smaller size when full grown. I am for the most part, a home-body... however, I love to be out and about, and just as pup would love to go along with me, I would wish for him or her to be with me as much as possible. So, I'm thinking I will purchase a larger bag (as right now my tiny purse is already over-stuffed!) and let the darling hang out within it while I am out doing "practical" things. Therefore, I would want it to be practical for me to be taking my dog out with me on errands and when I go places.

SO, I contacted a breeder yesterday -- but reached what I believe to be "the son" of the family -- I was asking him questions and he didn't really have much to say about any of it (not a great business man/didn't seem to care about the deal much!) so anyway, I asked how big the parent pups were - he said "hold on...(went to "check")... about 6 inches up to the shoulder." I asked the weight, he did not know. So, I said "Well, I'm really wondering how big you think the puppies will be when they are full grown (I know they cannot REALLY successfully predict this, i just wanted an estimate coming from the size of the parents) he believed a full grown to be 4lbs. This is considerably small for a Yorkie, no? From what I have read it seems that anything lower than 4 lbs are more likely to develop health issues. I would rather have a happy, healthy dog, than a tiny dog. But again, I'm looking for practicality. I wish to be fairly discreet when taking my dog out in public (at least in shopping/commercial areas)!

OH -- Is there much of a difference between male and female in temperament, or size? I have noticed (And this breeder I'm referring to which I may be visiting soon) females are sometimes priced higher... This breeder is selling the boy for $650 and female for $800.

Well, let me know what you guys think about any of this. : )

orinskye · 08-09-2005, 10:23 PM

females are priced higher because they could potentially be used for breeding ...... i have owned both male and female dogs and i have to say that i prefer female (i have a male right now, but i couldnt afford a female at the time)... i think it is really just a preferance, temperment varys from dog to dog
I dont think you are shallow at all, i often wish that i could carry toby in a carrier instead of leaving him at home, but at close to fifteen lbs this is an impossibility
Good luck

frokenvin · 08-09-2005, 11:04 PM

Hi orinskye, why is it that you prefer females to male?

alaskayorkie · 08-10-2005, 01:22 AM

I'm no expert, Frokenvin, but here's what I know: The breed standard for Yorkies is 4 to 7 pounds, so yes, 4 is on the light side but within the standard. I'm not sure what to think about 6 inches at the shoulder for the parents. The information I've found by googling the topic is that the breed standard for shoulder height is 8 to 10 inches.

Eddie is 7.7 pounds and is about 9.5 inches at the shoulder.

From hearing your story, I'd definitely want to talk to the breeder instead of the breeder's son. You're talking about a lot of money and a dog that will be in your life for 15 years or more. You should feel comfortable that the information you're getting is accurate. The price, by the way, is on the low side from what I've seen. That's good, but it means you should be even more careful making sure you're getting a straight story from the breeder.

On the positive side, you're going to love you're Yorkie whether he or she is 2 pounds or 15. Take my word for it.

frokenvin · 08-10-2005, 02:01 AM

alaskayorkie - oh yes, I have every intent to talk with the breeder him or herself. I was actually very irritated having to talk to this kid... he was totally oblivious (or just stoned or something...).

I plan to visit the puppies within the next few weeks. The boy said they are 7 weeks and about one pound thus far. Oh I can't wait to see : )

alaskayorkie · 08-10-2005, 02:11 AM

Very cool. Sounds like you're doing all the right things to make sure you get a great pup. Let us know how it comes out.

chechinmipo · 08-10-2005, 11:13 AM

There are "teacups"? teapots, kettlepot yorkie, and keg yorkies. The size your are looking for is small. LOL. Sorry this doesn't really help.

chachi · 08-10-2005, 11:25 AM

My Jewels is 4 lbs and I think thats a real good size for a small yorkie. She is able to get on the couch and bed herself. She is still plenty small enough to put in a carrier and not small enough for health problems or injury. Good luck!

kindness_001 · 08-10-2005, 01:23 PM

Bobo is 3.5lbs and very healthy. Stardust is 5lbs. still small. I feel if you buy from someone who knows what they are doing you won't make a wrong choice. NO WAY would i let a kid take care of my costumers on phone or in person .

jwash · 08-10-2005, 02:47 PM

Hi. I have two, a 7lb female and a 3lb female. I know there are breeders out there who specialize in small yorkies but when I was looking, the breeders I talked to would not guarantee the size. Chloe's parents were both under 4 lbs and she is bigger, so I don't think you can depend on just the parents sizes, go as far down the breedline as you can. At first I was disappointed that Chloe was going to be bigger but she's really a great dog and I can take her and Lacey, my tiny just about anywhere without a lot of problems. Lacey, the tiny, had more issues with hypoglycemia, actually Chloe never did have some of the health issues of a tiny. So, there are a lot of considerations, plus some huge differences in price. I understand some of the puppy stores and even some breeders just breed down to get the in demand tiny yorkie but in doing so, the pet might be sick a lot and not live as long. People on this site know a lot more than I do about it, but this is just my opinion.

orinskye · 08-10-2005, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frokenvin

Hi orinskye, why is it that you prefer females to male?

sorry i just checked back on this thread.......lol.
i dunno why, i have had two males and two female dogs and i just prefer female, i dont really have a reason..... i suppose i wouldnt see a "pink thing" come out if a female humps for dominance

, i honestly have no reason, like i said it was just a preference.... the idea that one is more aggressive than another or more affectionate depends on teh individual dog, it is not gender oriented (at least i havent foudn that to be teh case, of course there are others that would disagree.......)........ i really would like a little baby girl

lol....... maybe it is because I am female

shelbysmom · 08-10-2005, 02:57 PM

I feel just like you do, I wanted a small Yorkie for the same reasons. Take your time and find a small one with the temperment that you are looking for. I saw 4 different females when I was looking. They were all small but they all looked different AND they all had different personalities.

Good luck.

kelley · 08-10-2005, 05:24 PM

I have a male and female. I thought I wanted a female more than a male, but my male is the sweetest thing. He is my baby by far! He is a lover. Chloe isn't near as lovey as my Baxter.

Females are almost always more expensive-with any breed. I had a sheltie before I had my Yorkies and she was more expensive thant the males in the litter. Every breeder I've seen sells females for more. It has to do with breeding.

vms1177 · 08-10-2005, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frokenvin

Alright, I hope this doesn't sound shallow to you folks, but it is very important that I get a Yorkie that will be on the smaller size when full grown. I am for the most part, a home-body... however, I love to be out and about, and just as pup would love to go along with me, I would wish for him or her to be with me as much as possible. So, I'm thinking I will purchase a larger bag (as right now my tiny purse is already over-stuffed!) and let the darling hang out within it while I am out doing "practical" things. Therefore, I would want it to be practical for me to be taking my dog out with me on errands and when I go places.

SO, I contacted a breeder yesterday -- but reached what I believe to be "the son" of the family -- I was asking him questions and he didn't really have much to say about any of it (not a great business man/didn't seem to care about the deal much!) so anyway, I asked how big the parent pups were - he said "hold on...(went to "check")... about 6 inches up to the shoulder." I asked the weight, he did not know. So, I said "Well, I'm really wondering how big you think the puppies will be when they are full grown (I know they cannot REALLY successfully predict this, i just wanted an estimate coming from the size of the parents) he believed a full grown to be 4lbs. This is considerably small for a Yorkie, no? From what I have read it seems that anything lower than 4 lbs are more likely to develop health issues. I would rather have a happy, healthy dog, than a tiny dog. But again, I'm looking for practicality. I wish to be fairly discreet when taking my dog out in public (at least in shopping/commercial areas)!

OH -- Is there much of a difference between male and female in temperament, or size? I have noticed (And this breeder I'm referring to which I may be visiting soon) females are sometimes priced higher... This breeder is selling the boy for $650 and female for $800.

Well, let me know what you guys think about any of this. : )

The breeder that I got Jack from deceived me she told me that the female that I saw was the mother of Jack but did not find out til later that the pups were from 2 different litters its a really hard to explain. Its my fault because I didnt do my homework and I assumed that she would not try to pass off the pup and would not lie. But I was wrong lol. Well to make this long story short I love Jack so so much even though he weighs just over 5lbs and he is only 14 weeks old and probably end up over 9 lbs. I also have a female that is 3.6 lbs. So I guess I have the best of both.

Oh by the way she is also A groomer and I brought Jack to get groomed yesterday and she looked so surprised to see how big he has gotten (Oh my!!! she could have done a better acting job

) I guess I just feel hurt that she couldnt come clean with it. I would of bought him either way. Oh well !!! Good luck on your search.

Jack and Mandy's Mom

momof2tx · 08-10-2005, 05:55 PM

When I was searching for my Maxwell the breader said his mother was 6lbs and his father 4 lbs - Maxwell is a little over 9 lbs - so much for staying small - but hey he still not to big for me to carry as long as its a gym bag. HAHAHAHAHAHA

08-09-2005, 10:17 PM	#1
frokenvin Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 11	Yorkie sizes... Alright, I hope this doesn't sound shallow to you folks, but it is very important that I get a Yorkie that will be on the smaller size when full grown. I am for the most part, a home-body... however, I love to be out and about, and just as pup would love to go along with me, I would wish for him or her to be with me as much as possible. So, I'm thinking I will purchase a larger bag (as right now my tiny purse is already over-stuffed!) and let the darling hang out within it while I am out doing "practical" things. Therefore, I would want it to be practical for me to be taking my dog out with me on errands and when I go places. SO, I contacted a breeder yesterday -- but reached what I believe to be "the son" of the family -- I was asking him questions and he didn't really have much to say about any of it (not a great business man/didn't seem to care about the deal much!) so anyway, I asked how big the parent pups were - he said "hold on...(went to "check")... about 6 inches up to the shoulder." I asked the weight, he did not know. So, I said "Well, I'm really wondering how big you think the puppies will be when they are full grown (I know they cannot REALLY successfully predict this, i just wanted an estimate coming from the size of the parents) he believed a full grown to be 4lbs. This is considerably small for a Yorkie, no? From what I have read it seems that anything lower than 4 lbs are more likely to develop health issues. I would rather have a happy, healthy dog, than a tiny dog. But again, I'm looking for practicality. I wish to be fairly discreet when taking my dog out in public (at least in shopping/commercial areas)! OH -- Is there much of a difference between male and female in temperament, or size? I have noticed (And this breeder I'm referring to which I may be visiting soon) females are sometimes priced higher... This breeder is selling the boy for $650 and female for $800. Well, let me know what you guys think about any of this. : )

08-10-2005, 01:22 AM	#4
alaskayorkie Banning Thread Dictator Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Anchorage Posts: 30,843 Blog Entries: 57	I'm no expert, Frokenvin, but here's what I know: The breed standard for Yorkies is 4 to 7 pounds, so yes, 4 is on the light side but within the standard. I'm not sure what to think about 6 inches at the shoulder for the parents. The information I've found by googling the topic is that the breed standard for shoulder height is 8 to 10 inches. Eddie is 7.7 pounds and is about 9.5 inches at the shoulder. From hearing your story, I'd definitely want to talk to the breeder instead of the breeder's son. You're talking about a lot of money and a dog that will be in your life for 15 years or more. You should feel comfortable that the information you're getting is accurate. The price, by the way, is on the low side from what I've seen. That's good, but it means you should be even more careful making sure you're getting a straight story from the breeder. On the positive side, you're going to love you're Yorkie whether he or she is 2 pounds or 15. Take my word for it. __________________ Mike ~ Doting Dad to Jillie, Harper, Molly, Cooper, Eddie (RIP), Lucy (RIP), Rusty (RIP) and Jack (RIP). Check us out on YouTube

08-10-2005, 02:11 AM	#6
alaskayorkie Banning Thread Dictator Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Anchorage Posts: 30,843 Blog Entries: 57	Very cool. Sounds like you're doing all the right things to make sure you get a great pup. Let us know how it comes out. __________________ Mike ~ Doting Dad to Jillie, Harper, Molly, Cooper, Eddie (RIP), Lucy (RIP), Rusty (RIP) and Jack (RIP). Check us out on YouTube

08-10-2005, 11:13 AM	#7
chechinmipo No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: California Posts: 2,260	Yorkie Sizes There are "teacups"? teapots, kettlepot yorkie, and keg yorkies. The size your are looking for is small. LOL. Sorry this doesn't really help.

08-10-2005, 11:25 AM	#8
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	My Jewels is 4 lbs and I think thats a real good size for a small yorkie. She is able to get on the couch and bed herself. She is still plenty small enough to put in a carrier and not small enough for health problems or injury. Good luck! __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

08-09-2005, 10:23 PM	#2
orinskye YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: California Posts: 2,990	females are priced higher because they could potentially be used for breeding ...... i have owned both male and female dogs and i have to say that i prefer female (i have a male right now, but i couldnt afford a female at the time)... i think it is really just a preferance, temperment varys from dog to dog I dont think you are shallow at all, i often wish that i could carry toby in a carrier instead of leaving him at home, but at close to fifteen lbs this is an impossibility Good luck

08-09-2005, 11:04 PM	#3
frokenvin Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 11	Hi orinskye, why is it that you prefer females to male?

08-10-2005, 02:01 AM	#5
frokenvin Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 11	alaskayorkie - oh yes, I have every intent to talk with the breeder him or herself. I was actually very irritated having to talk to this kid... he was totally oblivious (or just stoned or something...). I plan to visit the puppies within the next few weeks. The boy said they are 7 weeks and about one pound thus far. Oh I can't wait to see : )

08-10-2005, 01:23 PM	#9
kindness_001 Yorkies LUV never grows old Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Owensville,In.47665 Posts: 889	Bobo is 3.5lbs and very healthy. Stardust is 5lbs. still small. I feel if you buy from someone who knows what they are doing you won't make a wrong choice. NO WAY would i let a kid take care of my costumers on phone or in person . Attached Thumbnails __________________ Megan, Killer, Cocoa Latte, and Ebony Lousie

08-10-2005, 02:47 PM	#10
jwash YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 723	Hi. I have two, a 7lb female and a 3lb female. I know there are breeders out there who specialize in small yorkies but when I was looking, the breeders I talked to would not guarantee the size. Chloe's parents were both under 4 lbs and she is bigger, so I don't think you can depend on just the parents sizes, go as far down the breedline as you can. At first I was disappointed that Chloe was going to be bigger but she's really a great dog and I can take her and Lacey, my tiny just about anywhere without a lot of problems. Lacey, the tiny, had more issues with hypoglycemia, actually Chloe never did have some of the health issues of a tiny. So, there are a lot of considerations, plus some huge differences in price. I understand some of the puppy stores and even some breeders just breed down to get the in demand tiny yorkie but in doing so, the pet might be sick a lot and not live as long. People on this site know a lot more than I do about it, but this is just my opinion.

08-10-2005, 02:57 PM	#12
shelbysmom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 1,394	I feel just like you do, I wanted a small Yorkie for the same reasons. Take your time and find a small one with the temperment that you are looking for. I saw 4 different females when I was looking. They were all small but they all looked different AND they all had different personalities. Good luck.

08-10-2005, 05:24 PM	#13
kelley Donating YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Northeast Indiana Posts: 371	I have a male and female. I thought I wanted a female more than a male, but my male is the sweetest thing. He is my baby by far! He is a lover. Chloe isn't near as lovey as my Baxter. Females are almost always more expensive-with any breed. I had a sheltie before I had my Yorkies and she was more expensive thant the males in the litter. Every breeder I've seen sells females for more. It has to do with breeding. __________________ Kelley, Baxter and Chloe http://www.dogster.com/?142081 http://www.dogster.com/?147322

08-10-2005, 05:55 PM	#15
momof2tx Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 48	When I was searching for my Maxwell the breader said his mother was 6lbs and his father 4 lbs - Maxwell is a little over 9 lbs - so much for staying small - but hey he still not to big for me to carry as long as its a gym bag. HAHAHAHAHAHA