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how big do teacup size dog get? i want to get a teacup dog form a breeder how would i know im geting a teacup size dog or a reguler size dog since there all puppie there like the same size. how would i know?

Answer 1

That is an adjective used to describe a dog under four pounds. It's not a breed really, just a descriptive word to mean small.

Answer 2

Teacup size dogs are usually between 4 - 6 lbs, no more than that. If you are getting a dog from a breeder then they should have AKC or ACA papers. (American Canine Association) That can tell you what kind of breed the dog is and it also lists the mother and father's information. Also If you are getting from a breeder, the mother and father are usually present at the breeder's home. So ask to see them and you go by what they look like. If one of them is not teacup size then most likely the puppy will not turn out to be a teacup size. I bought a Pomeranian and the mother was about 6lbs and the father was overweight, about 15 lbs and my dog is fully grown and she is about 10 lbs. Hope this helps.

Answer 3

It depends on your definition of teacup. My definition is anything that finishs out under 5 lbs. All pups are not the same size. At 8 wks you can multiply their current weight by 4 and get a nice rough estimate of what they will finish out to be. So say an 8 wk old pup weighs 2 lbs, it's going to weigh about 8 lbs full grown. If you are wanting something smaller, you need a smaller pup. Also, just because the pup is smaller, doesn't guarantee it's going to be teacup, as it could very well be a runt, and as such, it will soon catch up to it's littermates in size.

You also want to be careful and get one in good health. If you notice watery or runny stools, or stools with mucus in them, then that pup is ill, and isn't a good candidate. You want one that's been well socialized, and doesn't shake overly bad, or pee in excitement. It's also a better bet at a happier match, not to pick a pup by size, but rather by getting the puppy that likes you best. You'll be happier in the long run. You can tell which one is best for you, but meeting the above health concerns, and visiting with the pups. Look for the one that flirts with you, gives you the most kisses, looks happiest when you hold it!

Good luck in your search.

Answer 4

Teacup isn't an actual size, so everyone has there own idea of what it is. They are just people breeding undersized dogs to other undersized dogs to get more undersized dogs that they can charge a higher price for. You should ask the breeder how big they expect the puppy to get, but that doesn't mean it won't get bigger. You just don't know at that age how big they will get although you can guess.

Answer 5

There is no such thing as a "teacup" and no reputable breeder would list them as such. You might try a mature dog from the shelter or a rescue that way you would be able to see the full grown size as well as saving a life!

Answer 6

The only "Teacup" is something that you drink tea from - Usually bone china.

Anyone that tries to sell you a "teacup" is a con artist out to make a quick buck off you (BYB's and Puppymills mainly). Check breed standards on the AKC site and you will not find anything called a "teacup".

Answer 7

No such thing as a ''teacup'' breed. Those are just the runts of the litter, with a heftier price tag.

Answer 8

Check with some of the website for different breeds, they will tell you what to look for.k Remember, does that are inbred can have some really expensive, painful diseases.

Answer 9

There is no such thing as a 'tea-cup' just an abnormally small dog that, because it was bred for an abnormally small size will have major health problems. Please, go to www.petfinder.com and search for a small dog that needs a loving home and PLEASE spay or neuter your new best friend!!

Answer 10

THere is no such thing. You wouldn't be getting it from a breeder - you'd be getting it from a Back Yard Breeder.