Why tiny's over teapots?

[ehunney]

Originally Posted by ARCHIE

This post was ment to be a learning one. Please do not try and make it argumentive as some of you seem to be doing. This was not intended to
be a debate just to learn about the tiny ones and why they are so popluar today. It was not to offened anyone. We are all on herefor the same reason because we love Yorkies big or small. One is not better than the other just different in size. I find it interesting and wanted to know why some were so drawn to the tiny ones.


Carol & Buddy

I think a reason why they're so popular is some people (no yters of course) view them as fashion accesories, thanks to people like paris hilton and jessica simpson. The tinies look like little toys or stuffed animals because of their size. That's appealing to a lot of people. Everybody wants a puppy, and tinies look like puppies/babies forever which I think is another part of their appeal.

[Bama Yorkie Mom]

To me its like buying a house, a car, a bird, a cat or anything. Everyone is different and like different things. So therefore, its just a personal preference for who ever is doing the buying. And I feel like whoever buys and pays should get what they are looking for if possible without being criticized or giving an explaination. What would anyone say if everyone wanted a big one and nobody would buy the little ones? Then they would all be wondering why nobody wanted to take care of a little ones. Woud everyone feel like nobody had the patience, money for vet bills or whatever. Would they all be in rescue or put out to be killed or starved? Some dogs just dont get big, just like kids. In my opinion, to each his own without question. I dont question anyone for whatever size they get. It must be what they want for whatever reason. I have a big one and a small one. I love them both, but I didnt want one over 5 or 6 lbs, due to lots of reason. I do not take mine place hardly at all except to the vet or a few times to the pet store. They dont visit relatives. I wanted 2 under 6 lbs due to the fact, that is just what I wanted and hubby works and makes our money so we spend it on our preferences and I dont owe any explaination for what we spend it on, whatever it may be. I dont criticize others for their choices in life. To each his/her own. So please don't take this personal, its just my honest opinion. I feel everyone should please them selves, their the ones that have to live with their decisions. I think I've seen more threads here about this one topic than anything else I think.

[Tiger's Mom]

I like the little ones (not too little though) only because I myself am tiny and I love carrying my furbabies. I always carry Tiger on my right and Annika on my left and I know for a fact that my right hand gets strained a lot by carrying him (he's 7 pounds). So ideal for me would be 3-5lbs. But since Tiger is my first love, I will not trade him for the world . . .even if he gives me the most headache

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by ehunney

I personally like the idea of them looking like puppies forever. I'm not going to lie, what attracted me to yorkies was mainly their faces, their tiny size, gorgeous coats, and feisty personalities. I plan on getting a tiny in the near future, but I value looks over size. I always tended to see what some call the "babydoll" or teddy bear faces on smaller yorkies, which is what I love! BUT I was sadly mistaken and you can find that same look in a larger sized yorkie also. I value looks over size and to be honest with you, the prettiest yorkie I have EVER seen is 7 pounds not 2 and gorgeous. I came across him on puppyfind. I'll post pics!

Not clear about this, but is this your dog?? All I can say is WOW, absolutely stunning. Yes, I like the baby doll faces too, and the coloring, and height proportional to length.
The number one reason I wanted a small dog (drum roll) . . . . . SMALL POOP.


Nancy

[red98vett]

If it weren't for vet visits and buying clothes I wouldn't even KNOW what my girls weigh.... I'm just glad they're healthy. Cheri is very small to me at 5.5 lbs. (just had a vet visit lol)

[ehunney]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Not clear about this, but is this your dog?? All I can say is WOW, absolutely stunning. Yes, I like the baby doll faces too, and the coloring, and height proportional to length.
The number one reason I wanted a small dog (drum roll) . . . . . SMALL POOP.


Nancy

Nope, he's not mine, I wish haha ! I was going to look into getting him, but decided I'd prefer a puppy. But he's absolutely gorgeous isn't he?!?!? LOL! I agree on the small poop too!!!!!! So much easier to clean up!

[Dragonfly]

My Sunshine (In my Avatar) is 4 1/2 to 5lbs, My Wiggley is 8lbs my chi is 12lbs (she is 14 years old) I love them all the same I can carry anyone of them if need be....Peanut is 4lbs, She-Devil is 7lbs.....I got all sizes and love them all they are my world....I worry about them as they were my children.

I think it's what YOUR heart desires big or little gotta love them all.

[Oscar's Mummy]

Originally Posted by vainchick5

To be honest, this topic has been gone over and over with no real answers, so there's really no learning. It seems that everyday at least 4 people are opening a new thread with this topic. I think as long as YOU love your yorkie (general statement) it really doesn't matter who prefers what size and why. I've never understood why people are interested in finding out why others are interested in a certain size, shape, color, etc. Everyone has different preferences and topics like these always become controversial because it is offensive to those who own tinies or non-teapots, no matter how nicely it is put. If someone posted a thread with why people are obsessed with teapots, a whole lot of people would be upset here.

That was my first thought when I saw this thread... oh, ANOTHER one....

[browniesmom622]

Originally Posted by BubblPopElectrc

Not to be rude, and this isn't directed only at you, but why does everyone get all in arms when people prefer "standard" (under seven pounds according to AKC) yorkies?

To be frank, If I wanted a "teapot" sized dog, I'd go with a larger breed who's standard is larger.

but then you wouldnt get the temperment look and everything else about the yorkie
Brownie is all yorkie just bigger thats something another breed cant give me

[browniesmom622]

Originally Posted by Kbsqueff

Maybe... most people want tiny yorkies b/c they are easier to carry around or take into places...
And I've heard A LOT of people saying when they look at one pup: "Aww... so cute... it's so sad they grow up..."

not trying to be rude to you this is in general
but why do people say when there over 5 pounds they can be taken places
cause unless your sneaking them in they can go anywhere
austin is like 12 pounds and i carry him he walks and he goes in a stroller either way he comes EVERYwhere
and im not a strong girl
size shouldnt matter(unless 200pd mastiff) it should be temperment

[browniesmom622]

Originally Posted by FlDebra

Actually the 7 pounds and under was only started in the 1960's before that there were two classes -- under 5 pounds and over 5 pounds.

I have to wonder what you would think if someone made a post asking "what is the fascination with larger yorkies -- why would anyone want one that big?" Wouldn't that be sort of on the mean side and maybe trying to cause some hard feeling?

i dont think its mean
when i was looking for a yorkie i wanted a small one(5) but brownie ending up growing more
NOW that im older i prefer him larger since i am a active ruff person and having children in the future a large yorkie fits in our family and most FAMILYS better than under 6 pounder would

[ehunney]

Originally Posted by browniesmom622

but then you wouldnt get the temperment look and everything else about the yorkie
Brownie is all yorkie just bigger thats something another breed cant give me

this is a pretty darn, good point!

[vainchick5]

Originally Posted by browniesmom622

but then you wouldnt get the temperment look and everything else about the yorkie
Brownie is all yorkie just bigger thats something another breed cant give me

But I think most, not all, but most people ended up with a teapot, not necessarily looking for one. Many here, including yourself have said you wanted a small yorkie but the yorkie went over the standard weight. I would venture to guess that most people didn't expect their yorkies to get above 5-7 lbs, and those who seek teapots probably have children or a lifestyle that is more conducive to a bigger dog. Many people have mixed terrier, chihuahua and other breeds that are just as nice in looks and temperament and are in the bigger range.

[browniesmom622]

Originally Posted by vainchick5

But I think most, not all, but most people ended up with a teapot, not necessarily looking for one. Many here, including yourself have said you wanted a small yorkie but the yorkie went over the standard weight. I would venture to guess that most people didn't expect their yorkies to get above 5-7 lbs, and those who seek teapots probably have children or a lifestyle that is more conducive to a bigger dog. Many people have mixed terrier, chihuahua and other breeds that are just as nice in looks and temperament and are in the bigger range.

but not all breeds fit what people are looking for
i am one of those people that think they should have the size they want thats fits into there life as long as there healthy
yorkies are not like every breed
i dont think someone should have to settle with something else just because some people believe large ones shouldnt exist
esp when larger yorkies are GREAT family pets jmo

[vainchick5]

Originally Posted by browniesmom622

but not all breeds fit what people are looking for
i am one of those people that think they should have the size they want thats fits into there life as long as there healthy
yorkies are not like every breed
i dont think someone should have to settle with something else just because some people believe large ones shouldnt exist
esp when larger yorkies are GREAT family pets jmo

I completely agree with you. Larger yorkies would make for excellent family pets, but I also don't think people are wrong for wanting or as the original post stated obsessing over a tiny one. I don't see anything wrong with wanting a dog that you can carry around with you. I love being able to take Coco everywhere with me, because I hate leaving her home. Really other than work and doctors visits, she goes everywhere, whether hidden or obvious I just think threads like this are pointless because as humans we all have different needs and preferences and trying to dissuade or find out WHY someone would want a tiny is pointless. They need a home too.