2007-01-01 11:47:06 · 6 answers · asked by Roberta P 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Hello fromm NE Ohio. You can try searching your area at puppyfind.com Also the title teacup is used to describe the size of the dog. It is not a title used by back yard breeders or anything horrible like that. It is used so that you understand how small the dog is. The Chinese Crested;for example, are sold as True Hairless, Hairless, Hairy Hairles and Powder Puff. The AKC only recognizes Hairless and Powder Puff. The other titles let you know more closley what you are buying as breeders groom their puppys for pictures. A tea cup title is just letting you know that it is a very tiny dog. I left you the link of an excellent breeder in Ohio contact her she also breeds toy poodles.
2007-01-02 00:48:24 · answer #1 · answered by crested_love 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A teacup Poodle (teacup anything for that matter) is not a standard variety of Poodles. There are only Standard, Mini and Toys. The word Teacup is used by puppy mills and backyard breeders as a money making gimmick. They use it to make it sound as though they have something rare or special. When in fact, all a teacup is, is a runt, usually bred to another runt to produce a whole bunch of runty puppies. When that is done, along come a whole bunch of health problems. I have been around countless "teacup" dogs and every single one of them has had some sort of health problem. Even if it was something as small to an overshot jaw, or a terrible coat..there was something wrong with all of these dogs.
There are several good reputable breeders of Toy Poodles in PA and OH, I would suggest going to the AKC website and starting my search there. Or, if you are dead set on having a "teacup" try a shelter, rescue or petfinder.
Also, just an FYI...PA has the 2nd most largest number of puppy mills in the US. (Missouri is #1) So, becareful who you buy from.
2007-01-01 12:15:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are absolutely adorable, but as the other posters said, there would be a high possibility of health problems if you get one. The problems can develop long after you get a clean bill of health from a vet.
I bought a "teacup" three years ago, but she grew up to be 7lbs (7lbs of absolute joy!). I bought her from a breeder on a farm. She used to show poodles and has bred them for over 20 years. I saw the area they were kept in and got proof of who her mother and father were, both showdogs. She still developed luxating patellas later, but is otherwise healthy.
Try getting a toy poodle puppy instead and skip the teacup. Ask some local veterinarians if they know of any reputable breeders and go from there.
There are also poodles available for adoption on petfinder.com. I've been thinking of adding a new little orphan to our family.
Good luck!!
2007-01-01 12:28:36 · answer #3 · answered by Nels 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no such thing as a "teacup" Poodle. These are only sales gimics used by irresponsible breeders who breed dogs smaller then the breed standard allows or to sell runts. These extra small dogs often have or develope very serious health issues.
Look for a responsible breeder of Toy Poodles..ones who care about the breed standard, health and being honest and not just breeding for $$$$$$. You can locate breeders by going to the AKC site www.akc.org and getting a listing of kennel clubs..contact them and they can put you in touch with responsible, ethical breeders.
2007-01-01 13:24:34 · answer #4 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a rescue group rather than purchasing from a unreputable breeder.
www.gotpetsonline.com/teacup-poodle/teacup-poodle-puppy/teacup-poodle-rescue.html
2007-01-01 11:50:49 · answer #5 · answered by Rochelle S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
before you do get a teacup poodle, make sure its hips and joints are ok. when i got mine, i wasnt told of all the medical problems they can have, so when Jazzy goes potty she falls forward because her hips aren't right.
just something to think about. but they are the sweetest dogs
2007-01-01 11:58:39 · answer #6 · answered by Evelyn 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋