Stupid Vet! Rant!

[Kathryn_V]

I am not offended when a stranger calls her a tiny or a teacup or a toy.... Its not really a big deal. But when a vet gets it wrong, it really shows me how "up to date" she keeps her training. I was horrified. My lil girl's health is in the hands of a gal who does not even know what kind of dog she is! Yikes! I was ready to bolt!

My regular vet quoted bits of the breed standard and recited a vast list of problems that this breed can encounter. He was very well educated about Yorkies... and he is an Avian Specialist! I go to him for my African Grey... He also sees Cats and dogs. He attends tons of meetings and is reading every chance he gets. This guy is on top of his info!

I was just blown away by the visit.... I never expected it comming from a Vet. A passer-by on the street? Yes... But not a Vet.

[Laura]

I really do know how you feel. I try to get as much info as I can before I go to the vet. Around here the vets see birds to horses. I guess I don't expect as much from them, at least when I do, I am disappointed. If I wanted to find a ritzy small dog vet in Dallas and pay the 'big bucks!' I am sure they would be appropriately lingual, and well educated for these little guys.

[judyonlypooh]

Hi everyone, I have read all your reponses regarding teacup yorkies, I also agree that good breeders do not breed for a teacup. I got a small yorkie who is 13 weeks and is 1.7 lbs now shes very dainty. My breeder did not breed for her size she said every once in a few yrs she gets a very small yorkie. Why does everone think they are not good ?? Now you have me worried. I did alot of research on her size and understand how important it is that she eats and all. She loves to play and goes after the cat to play. Please send advice am I in for things I don't know about ??? Thanks...Judy

[Laura]

Originally Posted by judyonlypooh

Hi everyone, I have read all your reponses regarding teacup yorkies, I also agree that good breeders do not breed for a teacup. I got a small yorkie who is 13 weeks and is 1.7 lbs now shes very dainty. My breeder did not breed for her size she said every once in a few yrs she gets a very small yorkie. Why does everone think they are not good ?? Now you have me worried. I did alot of research on her size and understand how important it is that she eats and all. She loves to play and goes after the cat to play. Please send advice am I in for things I don't know about ??? Thanks...Judy

It is not the size, but the term 'teacup' that offends as it is not a true recognized term. Yorkie lovers prefer 'tiny' or 'small'. 1.7# will be a good 3-4 pounds grown. You to have to be extra careful because of their small size. Many vets and emergency rooms cannot treat them, you may want to check into that right away. I lost a little guy 4# at age 4 mo. It was heartbreaking. The vet called all over to find an emergency vet that could even see him, the equipment they need is very specialized as they are so small.

[Harbinger]

I have a 3 pound yorkie and used to correct people all the time when they'd ask if she's a teacup yorkie. Honestly I got tired of it and don't really care. So I'll just say, yes. Saying no just results in a confused look and a long discussion! I fully agree with puppylove123 and the only time it bothers me is when you see breeders selling them for a premium. My baby came from a very reputable breeder who charges the same for all her pups.

[BabyFidgette]

Baby is 5 months old and 6.5lbs. People still ask if she's a teacup. If they're asking if a 6.5lb Yorkie is a teacup, they must not even know what a supposed teacup is. I think a lot of people use that term b/c they don't know the difference and hear it so much. But...the next time I get asked, maybe not only will I say that the rest of the teacup set is at home, but 'yes, she's only 1lb...isn't she cute?'

[judyonlypooh]

Are there yorkies that are full grown less than 3lbs ??

[BabyFidgette]

Originally Posted by judyonlypooh

Are there yorkies that are full grown less than 3lbs ??

Yes, I saw one yesterday at the pet expo I went to. He was 1y/o and 2lbs. He was a cutie, but he had a tiny head and LONG front legs.

BTW...welcome to YT!!!

[Laura]

Originally Posted by judyonlypooh

Are there yorkies that are full grown less than 3lbs ??

I think the 'standard' is 4 to 7 pounds, so they have to be smaller than 4 pounds even to be considered 'small'.

[Laura]

Our breeder has a little girl 1.7 pounds, 2 years old; 1.3 pounds, 1 year old. They don't sell them that small as I think they believe no-one else could care for a dog that small. His wife was offered $25,000 for one, they said 'no thank you'

[BabyFidgette]

Originally Posted by Laura

Our breeder has a little girl 1.7 pounds, 2 years old; 1.3 pounds, 1 year old. They don't sell them that small as I think they believe no-one else could care for a dog that small. His wife was offered $25,000 for one, they said 'no thank you'

O my God!! Now that sounds like a reputable breeder!!!

[SolnzeUSB]

Originally Posted by Laura

Our breeder has a little girl 1.7 pounds, 2 years old; 1.3 pounds, 1 year old. They don't sell them that small as I think they believe no-one else could care for a dog that small. His wife was offered $25,000 for one, they said 'no thank you'

Yeah, I heard that story before. Don't really buy it though.

[judyonlypooh]

Wow .....they surely are not doing it for the $$$..thats good.

[Laura]

Originally Posted by judyonlypooh

Wow .....they surely are not doing it for the $$$..thats good.

Well, it is a full time business for them, and they do make money. These are just too small and fragile.

[Laura]

Originally Posted by SolnzeUSB

Yeah, I heard that story before. Don't really buy it though.

Well, we were offered $2500 for our little girl, and my mom thought I was crazy not to sell her. I guess I am. And she is 4 pounds!