How big is a teacup Yorkie?

How big is a teacup Yorkie?

Teacup Yorkies vary in size but are about as small as other toy breeds. The average Teacup Yorkie is between 5 and 7 inches tall. There are some exceptions but most Teacup Yorkies fall into this size range. Teacup Yorkies are also stocky for their size and weigh between 2 and 4 pounds.

Is a teacup Yorkie a good pet?

Teacup Yorkies can be good pets for young children, but it depends on the individual child and dog. Due to their size, teacup Yorkies’ bones are very fragile and accidental injuries can occur when playing. There are other options for a good family dog if you have tiny humans who may not be very gentle.

What is the difference between a Yorkie and a teacup Yorkie?

There are no different Yorkie breeds, only different sizes. Yorkie size comparison: a teacup is 3 pounds and Yorkshire terrier is 7 pounds. The difference between the teacup Yorkie vs regular Yorkie is that teacups are born small or are the runts and should not be specifically bred to be this size.

Are teacup Yorkies high maintenance?

Yorkshire Terriers are considered a high-maintenance breed. This is mainly due to their intensive grooming needs; they require frequent brushings and trips to the groomer. Many also consider the Yorkie’s confident, feisty personality as high maintenance. Some Yorkies can be particularly bossy and boisterous.

Do teacup Yorkies live long?

Life Expectancy of the Yorkshire Terrier In comparison to some other small breed dogs, the Yorkshire Terrier’s 13 to 16 years is similar to a Pomeranian’s 12 to 16 years and a Papillon’s 13 to 15 years.

Do Yorkies bark a lot?

Yorkshire Terriers are little dogs with huge personalities. With those huge personalities come a fierce territorial bark. Any time your phone rings, someone speaks or knocks on your door, or your doorbell chimes, your Yorkshire Terrier will likely bark. Outside noises aren’t even required for barking for some Yorkies.