We are thinking of getting a teacup Pomeranian or a teacup Yorkshire Terrier, any advice?!?

Question

They are so CUTE!!!

Answer 1

I have what you would call a teacup Yorkie (although she is just a natural runt of the litter), she is not quite 4 lbs and will be 11 years old on Oct 15. She is a sweetie. Very good baby. They do require a lot of attention, the biggest problem is neglect. If they don't feel that love, then their health deteriates.

I saw some responses for high vet bills...that is not the case with mine, we have only had routine vet visits and vaccines and teeth cleanings. The expense that you have to account for is the grooming, Yorkies do not shed, so they have to be groomed on a regular basis. Just make sure you find a good one, call around or if you see a Yorkie that looks well groomed, ask the owner where they go.

They do have their accidents though, their little bladders are small and sometimes if you are gone all day, they can't hold it and will have an accident. Use the Potty pads.

If you have small children, I would not suggest a small dog, they can get hurt easier than a larger breed and small children, especially if they have a lot of energy, will scare the small dog and they may snip.

My girls ages 13 and 7 now have always had the dog around them and they were taught to be gentle around her. They do fine.

I also would suggest using a good dog food, it works with their digestive tracks better and keeps them healthier and their coats healthier. I use Science Diet Small Bites.

I also saw that someone said they bark a lot...that is all dependant on the dog, mine only barks when someone comes to the door or you tell her to speak. Just like people, and this goes for all breeds, they each have their own personality, some are more talkative than others.

Good luck! They are a joy.

Answer 2

From what I've heard, there is no such thing as a "teacup" yorkie. Just a scam for the breeder to rip people off. Also, the smaller the dog, the more they have health problems. I would look around. Find a pup that has healthy parents. We got lucky, my babies parents were both about 5 pounds, so hopefully she will be around the same. Good Luck!

Answer 3

There is no such thing as a "teacup" Pomeranian or Yorkie. They are simply dogs that were bred smaller then the breed standard allows. Beware of breeders who advertise "teacup" breeds..they are breeding irresponsibly. Dogs delibrately bred samller or larger then the breed standard often have serious health issues..kidney, liver, heart, structural, etc.
If you are interested in a Pom or a Yorkie seek out a responsible, ethical, breeder who breeds correctly and does use such things as "teacup" as a sales gimic.

Answer 4

Don't get a "teacup" anything! People who are breeding "teacup"
(there is really no such thing, it is just a way to make people think they are getting something special to justify a higher price tag) dogs are breeding really tiny dogs who tend to be frail and have a lot of health problems. Find a responsible breeder who breeds healthy, normal sized Poms or Yorkies!

Answer 5

No. As amazing as they are teacups are bred by using puppymills and outdoors breeds who prefer to apply the hollywood style of having a tiny pooch on your pocket. No stable breed prevalent recognizes them. they are in reality runts and are often very undesirable. many don't stay long. Getting a canines is yet another tale. in case you think of you're waiting for this committment, spend extremely some time studying your bred. bypass to breeders and maybe carry close out at obedience competitions, conformations shows, etc. which would be a terrific thank you to get in touch with breeds and experienced canines people who ought to be means mentors for you once you get your new canines. do not purchase your canines from a puppy save or a outdoors breeder. you would be caught with a domestic dog thats not wellbeing guarenteed, confusing to housetrain, and can even have temperment subject concerns. in case you do get somewhat canines, evaluate that in spite of in the event that they seem to be an exquisite accessory, they are canines first and premiere, and that they ought to be walked. Even little canines prefer lots of exercising. walking is a primal instinct for them, and in case you in no way permit your domestic dog's ft touch the groud, you're canines would be depressing. superb of success!!

Answer 6

STOP WHAT YOU ARE DOING!!!
The vet bills for a teacup dog triple!!! The dogs are more likely to have liver damage and heart problems along with joint problems and sometimes eye problems. These dogs are very hard to take care of and people that purposly have a small stock like this probably will have puppies with more problems. If you insist on getting one make sure its a natural runt and its parents were NOT teacups themselves as this could result in very poor genes and the medical problems are more likely to happen.

Also smaller dogs (especially pomeranians and yourkies) tend to bark a lot. Im caring for a pom who barks a lot and im experienced with dogs. I have managed to calm him down quite a bit but he still makes a lot of noise (he is of the largest pom size)

BTW they stop being cute when they poop or pee in the house due to lack of attention or to get u to notice them more

Answer 7

I can only tell you that the teacup anythings are a pain in the ***. the smaller the dog the more problems I have noticed.

Answer 8

take good care of it.
most common death cause
in teacups are infections
andaccidental drops
having them falling on their heads.

Answer 9

They are cute and are lap dogs. they like a lot of attention. They don't like to be alone alot and sometimes they get scared of storms and they can let you know when they are coming.

Answer 10

Think twice. These smaller animals are very fragile and will require extra care...
Count on lots of visits to the vet.