TEA CUP YORKIES "FACT or FALLACY"
By Linda Shaw Karojenbe Yorkshire Terriers
Teacup Yorkshire Terriers do they exist, is there such a breed????….We are often asked these questions.
The answer is NO. It is not a special breed. There is NO SUCH BREED as a Teacup.
There is only one breed and that is YORKSHIRE TERRIER occasionally a very small one will come along in a litter as will a larger Yorkshire Terrier.
Ethical breeders do not use the term Teacup, Miniatures, Tinies, Doll- faced, or Teddy Bear. These are terms used by unscrupulous breeders as a marketing ploy to sell their puppies.
The very small ones are more susceptible to health problems. They can get diarrhea and become sick very quickly. They can also have hypoglycemia, open fontanels or seizures. If at any time they have to have an operation or need to have their teeth cleaned they will have to be watched very closely as they can have a reactions to the anesthetic and have been known to die during the procedure. These are just a few problems that can occur. Because of the health problems they can have they often do not have a long life span.
The very small ones are not suitable around young children. They can be tripped over or trodden on. They can jump from ones arms or jump down off the furniture and do them selves a terrible injury.
A larger Yorkshire Terrier makes a more suitable pet around children. They are not as fragile and are able to join in most of the family fun and activities, but please remember they are not Toys.
Most Breeders breed with females 2.3 to 3.2 Kg or 5 to 7 pound and males 1.8 to 3.2 Kg or 4 to 7 pounds. In this way, we can keep our breed healthy, free whelping and with the minimum of health problems.
No responsible breeder would intentionally breed to produce very tiny Yorkies. “Teacup Yorkies” or any of the above terms could result in health issues for your new Yorkshire Terrier.
Please keep this information in mind when looking for your new pet
Teacup Yorkshire Terriers do they exist, is there such a breed????….We are often asked these questions.
The answer is NO. It is not a special breed. There is NO SUCH BREED as a Teacup.
There is only one breed and that is YORKSHIRE TERRIER occasionally a very small one will come along in a litter as will a larger Yorkshire Terrier.
Ethical breeders do not use the term Teacup, Miniatures, Tinies, Doll- faced, or Teddy Bear. These are terms used by unscrupulous breeders as a marketing ploy to sell their puppies.
The very small ones are more susceptible to health problems. They can get diarrhea and become sick very quickly. They can also have hypoglycemia, open fontanels or seizures. If at any time they have to have an operation or need to have their teeth cleaned they will have to be watched very closely as they can have a reactions to the anesthetic and have been known to die during the procedure. These are just a few problems that can occur. Because of the health problems they can have they often do not have a long life span.
The very small ones are not suitable around young children. They can be tripped over or trodden on. They can jump from ones arms or jump down off the furniture and do them selves a terrible injury.
A larger Yorkshire Terrier makes a more suitable pet around children. They are not as fragile and are able to join in most of the family fun and activities, but please remember they are not Toys.
Most Breeders breed with females 2.3 to 3.2 Kg or 5 to 7 pound and males 1.8 to 3.2 Kg or 4 to 7 pounds. In this way, we can keep our breed healthy, free whelping and with the minimum of health problems.
No responsible breeder would intentionally breed to produce very tiny Yorkies. “Teacup Yorkies” or any of the above terms could result in health issues for your new Yorkshire Terrier.
Please keep this information in mind when looking for your new pet
THE "TEA- CUP CHIHUAHUA"
If you are seeking a 'Tea-Cup Chihuahua', search no longer, this creature does not exist!
The Chihuahua is a small breed of dog, which can be any size up to 2.7kg (6 lb) according to the written standard and quite often individuals will exceed this amount.
They are not recognised as any more than either a Long Coat or Smooth CoatChihuahua.
A 1kg Chihuahua is very small, but will not fit into a tea-cup.
Within the breed there is a great variation of size, just like any other breed of dog and for that matter humans. There are smaller Chihuahuas and larger Chihuahuas, but there are no 'tea-cup Chihuahuas'. Within a litter even, the sizes of individuals when adult can vary considerably from the very small to the very large, so even viewing the parents will not necessarily give an indication of the eventual size of a young pup.
When puppies are 8 weeks old, of course they are very small, but they grow and at 8 weeks, no one can tell you what size they will eventually grow to.
Most photos of 'Tea-Cup Chihuahuas' are very young pups that will actually fit into a tea-cup. They will not stay this size.
Very small Chihuahua pups are possibly that size because of health problems, others though live long healthy lives. It is the ones with health problems that can cause distress to new owners when they either die at a very early age or become a financial burden requiring constant veterinary care. Potential buyers need to be aware of health issues such a hydrocephalus or heart problems.
If you really want a very small Chihuahua, you are best to leave buying one until it is at least 4 months old and then even 6 months is better. At this time it should be clear as to their size and health status.
When buying a Chihuahua, seek out a breeder registered with the governing body in your state. They will be able to refer you to the appropriate club for information and details on breeders with available pups. (see also the Dogz Online Breeder Listing for registered breeders)
'REPORTING A SCAM'
UNFORTUNATLY THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT THERE THAT ADVERTISE PUP'S FOR SALE AND THE PUPS DON'T EXCESS. YOU ARE ASKED TO SEND YOUR MONEY TO A WESTERN UNION BANK ACCOUNT.
THERE ARE MANY REASONS THESE PEOPLE GIVE FOR SELLING THEIR PUPS.
THEY PLAY ON PEOPLE'S EMOTIONS. ANIMAL LOVERS LOOKING TO GIVE A PUP A LOVING HOME, AND FALL INLOVE WITH PHOTO'S OF THESE LITTLE PUPS, THEY ARE ADVERTISING.
IF YOU THINK THAT YOU HAVE COME ACROSS A SCAM PLEASE HELP US TO STOP THESE PEOPLE.
THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERMENT PROVIDE A WEBSITE CALLED 'SCAM WATCH'.
THIS SITE IS HELPING TO PUT A STOP TO THESE AND MANY MORE SCAMS THAT HAPPEN ON A DIALY BASES ALL OVER THE WORLD.
YOU CAN REPORT ANYTHING YOU FEEL MAY NOT BE ABOVE BOARD.
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW AND FOLLOW THE INFORMATION TO FILE A REPORT.
EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS. THANK YOU.
https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/content/index.phtml/tag/reportascam#h2_10
The Chihuahua is a small breed of dog, which can be any size up to 2.7kg (6 lb) according to the written standard and quite often individuals will exceed this amount.
They are not recognised as any more than either a Long Coat or Smooth CoatChihuahua.
A 1kg Chihuahua is very small, but will not fit into a tea-cup.
Within the breed there is a great variation of size, just like any other breed of dog and for that matter humans. There are smaller Chihuahuas and larger Chihuahuas, but there are no 'tea-cup Chihuahuas'. Within a litter even, the sizes of individuals when adult can vary considerably from the very small to the very large, so even viewing the parents will not necessarily give an indication of the eventual size of a young pup.
When puppies are 8 weeks old, of course they are very small, but they grow and at 8 weeks, no one can tell you what size they will eventually grow to.
Most photos of 'Tea-Cup Chihuahuas' are very young pups that will actually fit into a tea-cup. They will not stay this size.
Very small Chihuahua pups are possibly that size because of health problems, others though live long healthy lives. It is the ones with health problems that can cause distress to new owners when they either die at a very early age or become a financial burden requiring constant veterinary care. Potential buyers need to be aware of health issues such a hydrocephalus or heart problems.
If you really want a very small Chihuahua, you are best to leave buying one until it is at least 4 months old and then even 6 months is better. At this time it should be clear as to their size and health status.
When buying a Chihuahua, seek out a breeder registered with the governing body in your state. They will be able to refer you to the appropriate club for information and details on breeders with available pups. (see also the Dogz Online Breeder Listing for registered breeders)
'REPORTING A SCAM'
UNFORTUNATLY THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT THERE THAT ADVERTISE PUP'S FOR SALE AND THE PUPS DON'T EXCESS. YOU ARE ASKED TO SEND YOUR MONEY TO A WESTERN UNION BANK ACCOUNT.
THERE ARE MANY REASONS THESE PEOPLE GIVE FOR SELLING THEIR PUPS.
THEY PLAY ON PEOPLE'S EMOTIONS. ANIMAL LOVERS LOOKING TO GIVE A PUP A LOVING HOME, AND FALL INLOVE WITH PHOTO'S OF THESE LITTLE PUPS, THEY ARE ADVERTISING.
IF YOU THINK THAT YOU HAVE COME ACROSS A SCAM PLEASE HELP US TO STOP THESE PEOPLE.
THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERMENT PROVIDE A WEBSITE CALLED 'SCAM WATCH'.
THIS SITE IS HELPING TO PUT A STOP TO THESE AND MANY MORE SCAMS THAT HAPPEN ON A DIALY BASES ALL OVER THE WORLD.
YOU CAN REPORT ANYTHING YOU FEEL MAY NOT BE ABOVE BOARD.
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW AND FOLLOW THE INFORMATION TO FILE A REPORT.
EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS. THANK YOU.
https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/content/index.phtml/tag/reportascam#h2_10