a horrible week plz help

[lillymae]

Originally Posted by luvinMYgirlz

Thanks everyone and to yorkie mom It seems like there is some attitude in your message look I personaAlly dont use the word teacup when talk about dogs and didnt just go out looking for trouble I did a real good thing taking tyler n sophie the breeder said that they werent worth anything he would die and she has a under bite and a leg problem so if he was going to die he would have at least have known love hugs and kisses he is much better now so I wasnt just looking for a tiny yorkie I was saving two babies n will continue to do all I can I would not let her put them down I luv them and their imperfections

She's not giving you attitude but remember just because you did not go out of your way to end up with a tiny there are many others that will read this thread who may be thinking of going out of their way to purchase a tiny. She is only pointing out that tinies are very fragile & should not be allowed to play with & roughhouse with dogs 2 or 3 times their size as it can & often does turn out deadly for the tiny. I am happy to read that your baby is fine now.

[Prince Toby]

I am sorry to hear about Tylers episode. I am glad he is okay. You said the vet said he doubts he will make 2lbs. How old is he and how much does he weigh now.

[concretegurl]

Originally Posted by luvinMYgirlz

Thanks everyone and to yorkie mom It seems like there is some attitude in your message look I personaAlly dont use the word teacup when talk about dogs and didnt just go out looking for trouble I did a real good thing taking tyler n sophie the breeder said that they werent worth anything he would die and she has a under bite and a leg problem so if he was going to die he would have at least have known love hugs and kisses he is much better now so I wasnt just looking for a tiny yorkie I was saving two babies n will continue to do all I can I would not let her put them down I luv them and their imperfections

It wasn't like she was mean to you she was pointing out the obvious.

Did she say it in a way that now has your attention to the severity of the situation?



She gave you great advice.

You should take it.

Undersized Yorkies (and other breeds termed "teacup size" are glorified way too much-no one is picking on people with them, but stating facts about them being special needs dogs not a handy carry size dog. That's only the pitfalls shoudl they not have the common health issues.

Weather you have one or sought out one, all she did was offer really sage advice on how to ensure his safety.

Many responsible breeders whom have to pet out an undersized pup will not allow the dog to go to ta home with other dogs, small children or someone who cannot offer them undivided attention almost 24 hours a day-they are special needs dogs.

[Julia Howard]

Not sure where to start with this one. I probably see this a little different since I have had and still have several tinies. I do not bred any female under 5 lbs. My males are usually 4 to 5 1/2 lbs. I breed hoping to get puppies in the 4 to 5 lb range. Knowing that there are ancestors in at least one of my males past, I do get tinies. It is true tinies do not need to climb. That is easier said than done because they can scale things like a cat. I would never buy a tiny, but this person rescued the tiny. The puppy was already here and better than have him euthanized, she is giving him a chance. To the OP, get you some nutrical, Dyne, pedialyte, natural puppy fading drops, etc. and make it a habit to give it morning and night to your baby. If he is having sugar drops, he can die if you arent around to help him.I have only had one that had a real problem with this and the above listed items helped us get through her rough time. Usually they outgrow it. Also, keep giving her/him Esbilac Goats milk with her food. Free Feed her also. She needs bits of her food in her system at all times. I guess I am different in that my tinies (2 1/2 to 3 1/2 lbs.) do play with some of my younger smaller dogs and do well with them. I am talking about playing with a 4 to 5 1/2 lbs. dog, not 8 or 10 lb. yorkies. I really have had very little trouble with tinies. I think they are like the pitties, been given a bad rap. Of course I am talking about a healthy tiny where there is nothing wrong with it other than size. There are several issues that could keep your tiny - tiny - and that is a different situation. I currently have a 2 1/2 lb. female who is 8 years old. No problems other than dental, a 6 year old that weighs 3 lbs. with no issues, and a 8 week old who weighs 4 oz., so who knows where this last one is going. She was supplemented the first two weeks and after that she is an aggressive nurser and can push her sister out of the way for a nipple. LOL

[rubymoon2072]

im glad your tyler is doing better. i wish you as speedy recovery!! sounds like its painful!! =**(()) ill keep you in my thoughts and prayers.