How much will my yorkie weigh?

[PupsMom]

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama

Would you rehome your child if it didn't turn out the way you expected it to? You do have a choice, you can not bring the dog home at all. Talk to the breeder and see if she can sell to someone else. I'm sure she would much rather keep the dog for a bit longer than to not have control over who her pup is going to.

If you are out the money, then so be it. Consider it an expensive lesson in doing your homework before you buy.

Originally Posted by BonBon

Have you contacted the breeder and explained that things aren't working out? A reputable breeder would take the puppy back.

I have contact and will keep trying to reach out to her. I'm just not sure she will take him back.

[Rhetts_mama]

Originally Posted by PupsMom

Excuse me, I really dont not appreciate your tone towards me. I have had people whom are critical and its understandable but you are out line. The dog is already here and she doesnt want him back. I will not re-home my child and you nothing bout my children. I very much did my homework was told he would be smaller. I feel I'm being responsible for both dogs. Your are the only whom is rude.

If you are offended, that's your problem, not mine. I have a hard time being sympathetic with someone who would rehome a dog because it isn't going to be the size they wanted.

[PupsMom]

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama

If you are offended, that's your problem, not mine. I have a hard time being sympathetic with someone who would rehome a dog because it isn't going to be the size they wanted.

Ok, just please dont respond anymore. Im rehoming him because my pom is not well with him. Thanks!

[cally930]

Whatever you decide - its your decision to make. I wish you all the luck in rehoming the puppy. I think that the breeder is not responding to you because there is no way that the puppy gained a pound and a half in one week. The breeder can't be the greatest either - because she never should have sold you the puppy and let him leave that early - 8 weeks is way too early!

I pray that all works out as you want it too - and that in the end everyone is happy!!!

[PupsMom]

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama

If you are offended, that's your problem, not mine. I have a hard time being sympathetic with someone who would rehome a dog because it isn't going to be the size they wanted.

Originally Posted by kjcmsw

well, I do have a 14 year old son that I'm looking to rehome!... 0h, just kidding...
I agree though with the above post let the breeder resell...tell her you've changed your mind and understand she may have held the dog back for you rather than sell to someone else, so it's fair she keep some of the money, but maybe she'd give some of it back...or apply it toward a future pup. It's ok to change your mind and breeder may not be 'pleased' but it's your option as a buyer.
I agree that the little 4 pounders are cute as can be but I have a 3.8 one who is so delicate it scares me (not to mention (as I have many times here) she fell off the couch onto a carpeted floor and it cost us 400$ in x-rays, etc.,+ 3 1/2 weeks of holding/isolation while it healed)...whereas our 5-6 pound Yorkies are "sturdy" but at the same time if you don't want a 9-10 pounder, best to pass now and wait until you can find one that is more in your vision (but don't just grab a little one...trust the YT people here...those little ones can have problems above and beyond delicate bones/muscle mass)

Thanks so much for being kind. Actually Im not looking for a small one maybe 5-7lbs. I tried to get the breeder to take him no luck. I just may obtain interviews in my city to find a perfect match.

[PupsMom]

Originally Posted by cally930

Whatever you decide - its your decision to make. I wish you all the luck in rehoming the puppy. I think that the breeder is not responding to you because there is no way that the puppy gained a pound and a half in one week. The breeder can't be the greatest either - because she never should have sold you the puppy and let him leave that early - 8 weeks is way too early!

I pray that all works out as you want it too - and that in the end everyone is happy!!!

I absolutely agree with you. I think he was larger in the beginning. Thanks so much and I will try and find him a great home.

[qnsryker]

When we brought our Yorkie home he was 3 lbs. Our existing dog, a Basset Hound, was 70 lbs. They are fine together, they play and usually the only one who ends up crying is the bigger dog! If you don't think that the dogs are a good match then it would be best to give up the new dog I guess. As far as everyone saying 1/2 cup a day is not enough food for a small dog, well I must disagree. I feed my pup Blue Buffalo and on the bag it says 1/2 cup per day for his size. My vet has never said he was malnourished. The better the food, the less you usually need to feed because it is not made up of a bunch of fillers.

[chachi]

Be very selective on who you rehome the dog to since its already going to be rehomed once you dont want it to happen again. Interview them and get vet records. Best of luck

[Lil Sis]

I wish you luck. The part of the post that concerned me was the comment of reducing his food and he would loose weight or not grow as much. That was alarming to say the least. It also MAY have been a little bit of misunderstanding...

As far as the pup.. getting a dog could be a 15 year decision. You had in your mind what you wanted and made a contract for that puppy. I do understand your dismay. From the many post made "we" think the size may not mean that much to the Pom. but to be honest (I used to have a 7 lb pom) he most likely doesn't want a fur sibling! at all!!!!!!!!! But you know your dog the best. I think you had your heart set on a certain image of the little yorkie and your pom playing together and now you just can't see that happening with this pup. I think you want to do right by the little yorkie.. and I hope you don't give up on trying to do the best. I agree on interviewing "rehomers" to be sure they will care for the pup not just see a way to get a "free" pup. If rehoming is the way you go.

Now.. on the other hand. Many YT members have such passion for their dogs. Many feel like the desire for the tiny puppies is negative and greedy.
So that is the negative vive you are feeling.. that and the feeding to weight gain question. When you understand the passion of the posters I hope you understand what they are saying and the how they are saying it. ( I know you don't want a tiny -- just a standard size.)

I think this has turned out to be a valuable lesson.. and a costly one also.
Please don't give up, and do your best for the pup.

BTW.. I have a shih tuz (rehomed from my daughter) that grew to 25 lbs. My image of a sweet little fluff ball grew and grew and grew. His size may have been part of the reason my daughter could not handle him in a condo. But I love him, I do wish he was a bit smaller but he is mine now. So.. I got another fluff ball to fit the image I had.. all ( three dogs) are happy and all are doing well...


good luck

[Lil Sis]

Originally Posted by chachi

Be very selective on who you rehome the dog to since its already going to be rehomed once you dont want it to happen again. Interview them and get vet records. Best of luck

very good advice

[PupsMom]

Originally Posted by cally930

Whatever you decide - its your decision to make. I wish you all the luck in rehoming the puppy. I think that the breeder is not responding to you because there is no way that the puppy gained a pound and a half in one week. The breeder can't be the greatest either - because she never should have sold you the puppy and let him leave that early - 8 weeks is way too early!

I pray that all works out as you want it too - and that in the end everyone is happy!!!

Originally Posted by Lil Sis

I wish you luck. The part of the post that concerned me was the comment of reducing his food and he would loose weight or not grow as much. That was alarming to say the least. It also MAY have been a little bit of misunderstanding...

As far as the pup.. getting a dog could be a 15 year decision. You had in your mind what you wanted and made a contract for that puppy. I do understand your dismay. From the many post made "we" think the size may not mean that much to the Pom. but to be honest (I used to have a 7 lb pom) he most likely doesn't want a fur sibling! at all!!!!!!!!! But you know your dog the best. I think you had your heart set on a certain image of the little yorkie and your pom playing together and now you just can't see that happening with this pup. I think you want to do right by the little yorkie.. and I hope you don't give up on trying to do the best. I agree on interviewing "rehomers" to be sure they will care for the pup not just see a way to get a "free" pup. If rehoming is the way you go.

Now.. on the other hand. Many YT members have such passion for their dogs. Many feel like the desire for the tiny puppies is negative and greedy.
So that is the negative vive you are feeling.. that and the feeding to weight gain question. When you understand the passion of the posters I hope you understand what they are saying and the how they are saying it. ( I know you don't want a tiny -- just a standard size.)

I think this has turned out to be a valuable lesson.. and a costly one also.
Please don't give up, and do your best for the pup.

BTW.. I have a shih tuz (rehomed from my daughter) that grew to 25 lbs. My image of a sweet little fluff ball grew and grew and grew. His size may have been part of the reason my daughter could not handle him in a condo. But I love him, I do wish he was a bit smaller but he is mine now. So.. I got another fluff ball to fit the image I had.. all ( three dogs) are happy and all are doing well...


good luck

Hi,
Thank you for the advice! Well worded.

[megansmomma]

The fact that your breeder is not taking responsibility for selling you this puppy and now will not take him back speaks volumes for the breeder. Reputable breeders take the responsibly of selling a puppy very seriously and many have it written into their contract that if the buyer is not able or willing to proved a home they will take the dog back into their home. The other issue that I see with this situation is that the breeder was not honest with you regarding the size of your puppy which has now caused you to want to rehome him immediately. Poor breeding practices IMHO.

My suggestion is to make certain that you do your homework regarding who you chose as a breeder in the future. It is obvious that this breeders actions is both irresponsible and untruthful just to make a sale.

Please be very cautions with the rehome this puppy to as this is a huge responsibly and your choices now will affect the life of this puppy for many years to come. Good luck!

[YorkieRose]

Originally Posted by PupsMom

Hi Guys,
I feed my Pom acana dog food and according to the bag that's how much I suppose to feed to him. I was told 7lbs. My pom is extremely scared of larger dogs and will hide from them. My sister has a large dog whom we both use to live together. My pom would never move even if she had to go potty unless the other dog was out of her present. I just want my Pom to be comfortable as well. I also wanted her a friend around the same size. I was misleaded that he will be small until the papers were signed. Hopefully everything turns out for the best.

May I ask why you bought a puppy this large at 8 weeks..knowing you did not want a large Yorkie?
Triple the 8 week weight, double the 12 week weight...my suggestion to to place him with someone who will feed him properly.
Restriciting his food will not slow his frame..he will just become a large framed, skinny Yorkie with health issues...

[PupsMom]

Originally Posted by YorkieRose

May I ask why you bought a puppy this large at 8 weeks..knowing you did not want a large Yorkie?
Triple the 8 week weight, double the 12 week weight...my suggestion to to place him with someone who will feed him properly.
Restriciting his food will not slow his frame..he will just become a large framed, skinny Yorkie with health issues...

As stated before was told he was 1.6 lb however he was not. He is fed properly in my care as well as my other dog. When you feed your dog high quality food then you don't have to feed him as much

[peachesmom1sc]

when i was looking for my porscha i wanted one about 7 or 8 pounds
look i did we went to Ga. 6 times each time it was an older dog and each time they were already 10 to 12 pounds and still growing i have a older one that is only 5 pounds so the last trip to Ga the man had one that he said was 6 months old back to Ga to see her well at 6 months she was about 11 pounds very large with long legs so again a wasted trip to Ga i live in SC at that point i told hubby i wanted a puppy the search was on again told hubby that if i got a puppy i didn't care how big she got that way i would know what i was getting well my lil girl didn't grow and now i have a lil one she is just 3 1/2 pounds and she was 16 weeks old the day i got her so you never get what you want you just have to love them for what they are and love these lil furbutts can give is ( PRICELES )

PLEASE TAKE A WHILE AND FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR NEW BABY NO MATHER WHAT SIZE IT WILL BE