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Your opinions are needed! I am looking for a puppy and I am trying to get one that will be 4-6 pounds full grown. I found one that I LOVE put she is only going to be 3 pounds. I need to know the riskes and experinces of a smaller pup! Thanks |
I am soo excited you may have found your baby! :thumbup: How old is the puppy? I ask only because there is no guarantee in size at maturity unless you buy an adult or older puppy. Toby was a little less than 2 pounds at 4 months and is now 6 1/2 pounds. If the puppy does stay small I will tell you that Peanut is 3 pounds and very healthy...no problems at all. I know that others with tinies do have problems from time to time, but this has just been my experience. Good luck and please post pictures if you decide on this baby!! :) |
You will hear varying opinions on this subject, but I say, if you love this little girl, then get her. :D Good luck. |
Cali was suppossed to be 3 lbs and weighs 5 and was verry sick. Pixie is 3 lbs and has been healthy. Just make sure you have a reputable breeder. |
Just as long as you know your breeder, feel comfortable with them and you have a great guarantee..... If you love her, you know the responsibilities and care of a wee one.....then go for it. Make sure she's not priced higher than one that is larger.....first big red flag. |
Also want kind of questions should I ask the breeder before getting her? |
puppy Congrats on your new baby....ask the breeder if there is any collapsed trachia, luxating patellas, or liver shunts in the line. Ask to see moma and dad if possible. roxanne in nc |
Sorry... I keep thinking of new things! Also what about shipping a puppy that is that little? What do you think, that worries me! |
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this is good advice! |
You should ask to see the parents, bc that will be a good indicator of what size the puppy will be (but not always an exact science, its hard to completely predict adult weight). A good breeder should have at least one of the parents (the momma) there, and you can check out their living conditions. Also check that there is a good health guarantee, and whether puppies have shots, are wormed, if they've had a bile acid test and luxating putella test. The last two not every breeder do but it will indicate whether they may have health problems in the future. This is what jumped into my head, I'm sure others will give you some additional tips. Congratulations on finding a baby! |
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But, in this case you want to know how long she's breeding, is she a well known breeder with a good track record, ask for references (and do check up on them before you walk away with a pup. As about her contract and health guarantee (minimum of 1 year), ask to see vet check information, eyes, ears, knees, hips, heart, blood tests.....I doubt being this small this puppy has been bile acid tested (but being this small it would be something I would be concerned with), ask to see where the pup has been raised, parents are nice to see, I prefer, if possible to see the grandparents. Is this breeder in close proximity to you, if not will you fly to get her (this answer with one so small would be a big clue as to whether or not I'd get a warm fuzzy)..... |
I didn't see your post about shipping before I posted. I don't think a puppy should be shipped before 12 weeks old. The breeder will make a educated decision about whether puppy is ready (weight/health/socialization wise) and also factor in how long the flight is. |
Each breeder is different on their choice about shipping....However, yes, it should be a minimum of 12 weeks and over 2 pounds....anything can happen...puppy misrouted, ending up on the tarmack.....hyperglycemia can take over on a wee one. Also, shipping in mid summer or winter is dangerous.....they will fly in the cargo area..... |
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