Cute, Cuddly, Irresistible

When you come across ads for Teacup Yorkies for sale or Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale, the first point to note is that these are merely miniature dogs that are exactly the same breed as regular, Yorkshire Terriers, but far smaller. For several years, the demand for miniature-size dogs has been growing rapidly and ads for Teacup Yorkies for sale and even Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale can often be seen online, in newspapers and pet magazines. If you're looking for Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale or just Teacup Yorkies for sale, here's what you should know.

What are Teacup Yorkies?

The common misconception, when one comes across ads for Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale, or even Teacup Yorkies for sale, is that this is a new breed of Yorkies. However, Teacup Yorkies are one and the same breed of Yorkshire Terriers, but owing to their miniature size, breeders often refer to them as toy, tiny, mini, or Teacup Yorkshire Terriers. The problem is that there is no precise definition of these names, with a result that some breeders define Teacup Yorkies as those under 5 lbs. in weight, while others may define them as Yorkies under 3 lbs. Either way, if you're looking for Teacup Yorkies for sale, or Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale, you'll have the chance to own one of the cutest and most cuddly pets around.

Where can one buy healthy Teacup Yorkies?

With the numerous ads for Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale or even Teacup Yorkies for sale put out by breeders, it could certainly be confusing to know which ad to believe in. This is because many will have terms that will describe their Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale, or Teacup Yorkies for sale, as ‘baby doll face', ‘teddy bear face' and other cute, catchy terms. What's important for you is to ascertain whether such Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale or Teacup Yorkies for sale, are from lesser known puppy mills or pet shops, or from a legitimate, breeder of repute. As often the case, Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale or Teacup Yorkies for sale, offered by puppy mills and pet shops, are usually of poor health and temperament. However, you can rest assured that Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale or Teacup Yorkies for sale, offered by reputable breeders will be sound in health and temperament, and also well groomed.

Do Teacup Yorkies have health issues?

Teacup Yorkies certainly have health concerns. The smaller the Teacup Yorkie puppies for sale or Teacup Yorkies for sale that are offered by breeders, in terms of weight, the more susceptible they'll be to low blood sugar (hypoglycemic shock). As Teacup Yorkies lack the reserved strength of larger dogs, make sure that they eat and nap regularly, as this will reduce the risk of low blood sugar.

Teacup Yorkies are extremely active around the home, and owing to their miniature size, they are often stepped upon by adults or children. So, when you finally get your cute, cuddly, irresistible Teacup Yorkie, exercise a little more caution and care.