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Wrenee4 · 11-18-2009, 05:13 PM

Teacups are not a breed of any dog....it is simply a slogan. Smaller yorkies can be healthy same as larger yorkies can be ill. The size doesn't for sure mean either way. Smaller yorkies are more delicate and you have to be MUCH more careful.
If you worried you can always find a breeder that is willing to test their babies before sending them off or checking their contract to see what and how they would cover it if something was to come up. If they continue to breed smaller and smaller and smaller that can create a problem too.

Mysweetbabies · 11-18-2009, 06:01 PM

Daisy will be 1yr. old Dec. 17th. She is 2.6lbs. I have never had any health issues with her yet. Knock on wood. I have had health issues with my other one who is 6lbs. I don't size determines health problems, but I know I have to be watchful over Daisy.

Mardelin · 11-18-2009, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkierock

I've done tons of research on Yorkies and everything I read says that a teacup Yorkie is very unhealthy since Yorkies are already small and being even smaller can be very unhealthy for any teacup sized dog. I have also read that a responsible reputable breeder will not breed Teacups and Im just wandering what others may know about this. Thanks!

As a breeder and exhibitor, I'll attempt to answer your question from that standpoint.

First there is no such thing as a teacup yorkie. It is an advertising ploy set out by unreputable breeders to obtain more money from the unsuspecting/uneducated public. Reputable breeders will not sell these wee ones, but place them in qualified homes that are very aware on the care they require. No, not all are unhealthy. Unhealthy can exist in anysize yorkie, very dependent on the breeder's breeding practices. However, reputable breeders do not breed for tinies, but they can happen, just as an oversized yorkie can happen. In addition no reputable breeder will ship these wee ones.

Even a reputable breeder who tests for all the genetic problems that may exist.....you cannot know if a a pup only has one kidney, or other internal issues that cannot be determined unless surgery is performed. That is why reputable breeders do not sell them....they don't want to sell heartache. Placing them in qualified homes that understand that they may incurr vet bills.

lindula · 11-18-2009, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Bitsy's Mom

Would you mind sending me the name of your breeder? I am looking for our next baby and am in the Chicagoland area.

Thanks

Hi, You were asking someone else, but if you don't mind I'd like to recommend Breny - Brenda Green. I also live in Chicago and am driving to MI to pick up second yorkie from Brenda. Brenda has been absolutely wonderful, knowledgeable, her puppies are beautiful, healthy and playful. Brenda's website is Greens Treasured Yorkshire Terriers and Biewers - Home

Good luck in your search.

MollyLM · 11-18-2009, 06:40 PM

Just as adult humans should not weigh 75 pounds, an adult Yorkie should not weigh less than a standard amount. Their organs become too small, their bones are tiny and weak, and they suffer. Do not buy what an unethical breeder calls a "Teacup" Yorkie!

yorkierock · 11-18-2009, 08:20 PM

So, does anyone know of any responsible reputable Yorkie Breeders in The Bay Area/Northern California? Its scary looking through the paper and seeing Yorkies advertised for sale at only 8 weeks old when a responsible breeder would'nt let them go until they were 12 weeks old! Its a shame that people don't care more about animals!

megansmomma · 11-18-2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by lindula

Hi, You were asking someone else, but if you don't mind I'd like to recommend Breny - Brenda Green. I also live in Chicago and am driving to MI to pick up second yorkie from Brenda. Brenda has been absolutely wonderful, knowledgeable, her puppies are beautiful, healthy and playful. Brenda's website is Greens Treasured Yorkshire Terriers and Biewers - Home

Good luck in your search.

Breny does have beautiful puppies and a very good rep on YT! I see you are in Chicago too! Hi there neighbor!

Bitsy's Mom · 11-18-2009, 08:54 PM

Thanks Pinky for the information

yorkierock · 11-18-2009, 09:39 PM

So, does anyone know of any reputable Yorkie Breeders in The Bay Area/Northern California? Im not into and I find it weird to order a dog through the mail. I want to meet the breeder in person and the dogs.

Mardelin · 11-19-2009, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkierock

So, does anyone know of any responsible reputable Yorkie Breeders in The Bay Area/Northern California? Its scary looking through the paper and seeing Yorkies advertised for sale at only 8 weeks old when a responsible breeder would'nt let them go until they were 12 weeks old! Its a shame that people don't care more about animals!

Please go to YTCA.org breeder referral page. There are some very reputable breeders that I know personally.

You can also PM Bravo916 for the contact info on Pastyme Yorkies.

lindula · 11-19-2009, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by megansmomma

Breny does have beautiful puppies and a very good rep on YT! I see you are in Chicago too! Hi there neighbor!

MyLilReese · 11-19-2009, 02:51 PM

Reese is almost 10mths old and she weights almost 3.5lbs, she is healthy thanks god. Other than when she gets an upset tummy from icky stuff that she puts in her mouth.

MollyLM · 12-02-2009, 04:11 PM

Minimum of 4 pounds for adult Yorkies. Less than that and they have problems - their organs are too small. Would you want a 74-pound adult human? NO!!

Mardelin · 12-02-2009, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MollyLM

Minimum of 4 pounds for adult Yorkies. Less than that and they have problems - their organs are too small. Would you want a 74-pound adult human? NO!!

Although I prefer mine a bit larger than that, under 4 pounds does not mean they'll always have problems.

MollyLM · 12-02-2009, 04:31 PM

We love Yorkies because they are tiny...but would you approve of a 74-pound, adult human? Adult Yorkies need to weigh at least 4 pounds to be healthy. DO NOT BUY TEACUP YORKIES.

11-18-2009, 05:13 PM	#16
Wrenee4 YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 2,048	Teacups are not a breed of any dog....it is simply a slogan. Smaller yorkies can be healthy same as larger yorkies can be ill. The size doesn't for sure mean either way. Smaller yorkies are more delicate and you have to be MUCH more careful. If you worried you can always find a breeder that is willing to test their babies before sending them off or checking their contract to see what and how they would cover it if something was to come up. If they continue to breed smaller and smaller and smaller that can create a problem too. __________________ ~Wendy~

11-18-2009, 06:01 PM	#17
Mysweetbabies YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,236	Daisy will be 1yr. old Dec. 17th. She is 2.6lbs. I have never had any health issues with her yet. Knock on wood. I have had health issues with my other one who is 6lbs. I don't size determines health problems, but I know I have to be watchful over Daisy. __________________ DaisyRoscoBo

11-18-2009, 06:40 PM	#20
MollyLM YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: WA, USA Posts: 9	There is no such thing as a Teacup Yorkie-they are bred too small to be healthy. Just as adult humans should not weigh 75 pounds, an adult Yorkie should not weigh less than a standard amount. Their organs become too small, their bones are tiny and weak, and they suffer. Do not buy what an unethical breeder calls a "Teacup" Yorkie!

11-18-2009, 08:54 PM	#23
Bitsy's Mom Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2005 Location: Chicagoland Area Posts: 272	Thanks Pinky for the information __________________ CJ - mom to Teddy and Emee RIP Bitsy

11-19-2009, 02:51 PM	#27
MyLilReese Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cantonment,FL, US Posts: 104 Blog Entries: 1	Reese is almost 10mths old and she weights almost 3.5lbs, she is healthy thanks god. Other than when she gets an upset tummy from icky stuff that she puts in her mouth. __________________ Reese's Mommy Proud member of Crazy Dog Ladies of YT

11-18-2009, 08:20 PM	#21
yorkierock YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Novato, Ca, USA Posts: 5	So, does anyone know of any responsible reputable Yorkie Breeders in The Bay Area/Northern California? Its scary looking through the paper and seeing Yorkies advertised for sale at only 8 weeks old when a responsible breeder would'nt let them go until they were 12 weeks old! Its a shame that people don't care more about animals!

11-18-2009, 09:39 PM	#24
yorkierock YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Novato, Ca, USA Posts: 5	So, does anyone know of any reputable Yorkie Breeders in The Bay Area/Northern California? Im not into and I find it weird to order a dog through the mail. I want to meet the breeder in person and the dogs.

12-02-2009, 04:11 PM	#28
MollyLM YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: WA, USA Posts: 9	"Teacup" Yorkies:TOO SMALL! Normal, healthy Yorkies are tiny enough. Don't push it. Minimum of 4 pounds for adult Yorkies. Less than that and they have problems - their organs are too small. Would you want a 74-pound adult human? NO!!

12-02-2009, 04:31 PM	#30
MollyLM YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: WA, USA Posts: 9	Avoid "Teacup" Yorkies! Healthy, Normal Yorkies Weigh 4 Pounds or More! We love Yorkies because they are tiny...but would you approve of a 74-pound, adult human? Adult Yorkies need to weigh at least 4 pounds to be healthy. DO NOT BUY TEACUP YORKIES.