There are so many breeders selling so-called teacup dogs, but are they really the size of a teacup? Teacup dogs are dogs that are small enough to fit in a teacup, thus giving rise to the name. They are being bred smaller and smaller, because it is believed that that is what people want. Puppies that have been intentionally shrunk in size to fit in a teacup are prone to all sorts of health complications. Should we continue to reduce their sizes or just enjoy the miniature sizes that are available now?
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Often the term “teacup dog” is used as a marketing ploy to increase the price of a puppy, as some people find the extremely small size desirable. The term teacup dog covers many varieties of miniature or toy dog breeds.
Chihuahuas and Maltese are examples of toy dog breeds. There is no such thing as a “toy Chihuahua” or “toy Maltese.” Chihuahuas and Maltese are already toy breeds, so the term Toy Maltese is a bit of a misnomer and leads the buyer to believe that he is buying something even smaller. The AKC standard for a toy breed is 6 pounds and under which, at the time of writing, it would cover so-called teacup breeds. To say that a dog is a teacup Chihuahua possibly suggests that he was stunted at birth and therefore has flaws that may not be apparent when purchased.
Getting the most out of normal small breed dogs will give you more satisfaction than a poorly bred dog.
Introduction of breeding size.
Some dog breeds like the Shi Tzu (Tibetan Temple Dog, Tibetan Lion Dog) have always been small, while other breeds have shrunk from their standard size to miniature and toy.
Before and during the first part of the 19th century, all dogs were working dogs to some degree. The breeding of dogs specifically for their appearance was introduced in the mid-19th century. Take, for example, the classic poodle.
Poodles were used as hunting dogs for many years until they were reduced in size to allow them to become a domestic dog and further reduced in size to become a lap dog. Many people like the smaller breeds because they have a smoother appearance. Breeds that are naturally small are playful but also very protective despite their size.
For many small breed owners, dressing their “babies” in cute clothes has become the latest trend. There’s nothing wrong with that, as long as the pup is comfortable. Wearing a coat indoors may not be necessary and may cause the pup to overheat unnecessarily, but wearing a jacket when outside can be beneficial in keeping the cold at bay, especially when they’ve been undergroomed.
Maltese, Pomeranian, Yorkie, Miniature Pinscher, and Papillion are just a few of the ideal dress up dogs. There are all kinds of small dog clothes available and includes dog dresses, dog raincoats, dog dresses, and dog coats. There are even booties available to protect their tiny feet.
A large selection of clothing for smaller dogs is available. If you have a small, toy, or even a teacup dog, take the opportunity to see what’s hot for little poochies.