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How Much Does a Teacup Puppy Cost?<\/h2>\n
Because the teacup puppy breeds are so popular, there are many unethical breeders, also called puppy mills, that sell puppies for low costs.\u00a0<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re committed to buying a teacup puppy, buying from a reputable breeder will improve your puppy\u2019s quality of life and give you more insights into their health and future, but it means the costs of your puppy will be higher.<\/p>\n
The average price of a teacup puppy from a reputable breeder will depend on what type of teacup breed you\u2019re looking for. A teacup Pekingese puppy, for example, will likely cost less than a teacup Yorkshire Terrier.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Here are a few of the average price ranges you can expect for a variety of teacup puppies, and typically, it\u2019s a hefty price tag\u2026<\/p>\n
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- Teacup Beagle: $1,500 \u2013 $2,500<\/li>\n
- Teacup Brussels Griffon: $2,500 \u2013 $4,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Cavalier King charles: $1,200 \u2013 $3,800<\/li>\n
- Teacup Chihuahua<\/a>: $3,000 \u2013 $7,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Dachshund: $6,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup French Bulldog: $5,000 \u2013 $10,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Japanese Chin: $1,500 \u2013 $2,500<\/li>\n
- Teacup Maltese: $3,000 \u2013 $6,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Maltipoo (Maltese x poodle): $2,500 \u2013 $5,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Morkie (Maltese x Yorkie): $2,800 \u2013 $4,500<\/li>\n
- Teacup Pekingese: $750 \u2013 $3,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Pomeranian: $5,000 \u2013 $8,500<\/li>\n
- Teacup Pomsky (pomeranian x siberian husky): $1,000 \u2013 $3,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Poodle: $5,000 \u2013 $6,800<\/li>\n
- Teacup Pug: $1,900 \u2013 $6,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Russian Toy: $1,200<\/li>\n
- Teacup Shih Tzu: $3,500 \u2013 $9,000<\/li>\n
- Teacup Silky Terrier: $1,800 \u2013 $5,600<\/li>\n
- Teacup Yorkshire Terrier: $4,500 \u2013 $10,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Just like any industry, the price of a teacup dog breed is always driven by demand, and often because these are small litters of toy breed dogs, these all contribute to the much higher price sought by teacup breeders. Then, because of the usual poor breeding, they\u2019ll likely need extra care for medical conditions that they\u2019ve gained from poor breeding.<\/p>\n
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Scruffy teacup yorkies are definitely adorable, right? Those scruffy little black and tan babies are heartbreakers \u2013 but we really do have to make sure they\u2019re bred for health, and not just their diminutive size.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Why are Teacup Puppies Often Poorly Bred?<\/h2>\n
Teacup puppies are adorable, so it\u2019s easy to see why these breeds have become so popular in recent years. They also seemingly have the advantage of being a better size for dog parents who live in small apartments or those with size restrictions.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, that popularity comes with a cost. Many irresponsible breeders have opted to breed teacup puppies to capitalize on the demand at the cost of the puppies\u2019 health, commonly incurring anything from respiratory problems to heart defects \u2013 all for that teddy bear look and smaller size\u2026<\/p>\n
These breeders will breed the smallest dogs (usually the runts of the litter) from litters of already small dogs, often choosing to inbreed within the same litter, in the hopes that it will produce an even smaller puppy. In some cases, the breeders may also restrict the puppy\u2019s nutrition to help stunt their growth.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Not only are these breeding methods hard on the teacup puppy, but they\u2019re hard on the mother as well. Because the mother is already so small, she can only have a few puppies at a time, and even those puppies can cause further complications during the birthing process.\u00a0<\/p>\n
How Do I Find a Well Bred Teacup Puppy?<\/h2>\n
While there are many unethical teacup puppy breeders that are taking advantage of the demand for these breeds, there are reputable breeders out there\u2014you just have to know where to look<\/a> and where to avoid.<\/p>\n
In short, to make a good choice in dog breeder, other than the purchase price, you\u2019re going to want to ensure they have;<\/p>\n
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- AKC registration where appropriate<\/li>\n
- OFA Health testing specific to the breed(s) making up their normal size counterparts<\/li>\n
- Puppy culture & early socialisation<\/li>\n
- Full vaccinations<\/li>\n
- A Mother\/father with titles (or similar)<\/li>\n
- a mother\/father clear of behavioural issues (from a fear of thunder to seperation anxiety)<\/li>\n
- Inbreeding coefficient<\/li>\n
- See where parents were kept<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Finding a well-bred teacup puppy is important for many reasons:<\/p>\n
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- Your puppy is likely to be healthier with more documentation on their medical history (i.e. OFA tests for their main breed)<\/li>\n
- Your puppy will likely have a better temperament\u00a0<\/li>\n
- You\u2019ll know they were bred compassion, care, and strict, humane practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Teacup chihuahuas are another popular teacup dog, but do be careful, just because they\u2019re labelled \u201cTeacup\u201d and charged as a \u201cTeacup\u201d doesn\u2019t mean they are. Dog breeding is largely unregulated, so you could buy a teacup chihuahua and find out it\u2019s actually a 2 week old border collie! So insist on seeing them and their parents (if not some DNA tests!)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Research<\/h3>\n
To find a well-bred teacup puppy, you\u2019ll need to deep dive into researching breeders in your area, but you want to avoid a simple Google search. Any breeder, reputable or not, can make a website or a social media profile, so avoid places like Google, Facebook, next door and Craigslist for your research \u2013 oh \u2013 and heaven forbid a street sign!! Avoid them like the plague.<\/p>\n
Instead, look to industry professionals in your area. Find local breed clubs that can offer recommendations, or look for teacup breed events in your area to meet other people who have and work with teacup breeds. This way you can vereify that what the breeder is producing is good stock <\/em>and that your new best friend isn\u2019t going to be riddled with a host of health issues.<\/p>\n
Questions<\/h3>\n
Once you have a list of potential breeder options, you need to question each one to better understand their breeding practices and ethics, and then find one that suits your needs as a dog parent. It will be a good sign if the breeder is being just as picky as you are. If they\u2019re just asking about the money? That\u2019s probably a red flag.<\/p>\n
Testing<\/h3>\n
Ask the breeder for any information they have on the parents of the teacup puppy. Get to know the parents\u2019 lineage, their health records (including their OFA testing, and sometimes even Embark tests), and don\u2019t be afraid to ask more questions about why the breeder chose those two particular parents.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A reputable breeder chooses their breeding pairs based on strict criteria and the knowledge of the dog\u2019s temperament, health, and lineage. They should be passionate about their choice, and able to tell you exactly what makes the pair special, and makes their puppies great for your home. <\/p>\n
Definitely cute, but you really have to do the research.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Home Conditions<\/h3>\n
You will want to meet both parents in an ideal world, so you can get a sense of their temperament in person, as well as seeing what the breeding conditions for the parents are like \u2013 because a stressed or neglected mother can be just as problematic for the future behavior of the litter.<\/p>\n
A responsible breeder adores their dogs, and makes sure they are well-cared for and comfortable at all times. They should only have a few breeding females at a time, and there will likely be a wait for puppies as well.<\/p>\n
Red Flags<\/h3>\n
If a breeder seems to always have puppies available for sale, they\u2019re likely a puppy mill<\/a> that\u2019s trying to make as much money as they can as quickly as possible \u2013 please don\u2019t support these, even though it is tempting to bring home your puppy right now. In the long run, you\u2019ll be thankful you waited (and you can take that from someone who made that mistake!!)<\/p>\n
Meeting the parents also gives you the opportunity to verify their breed. Because teacup breeds are so popular, some breeders will go to elaborate lengths to make money, including selling puppies that aren\u2019t actually teacup breeds.\u00a0Instead, they will sell you an underdeveloped puppy that looks small, but will eventually grow into a regular-sized breed.<\/p>\n
Be Diligent, Be Fussy, Be Responsible.<\/h2>\n
It\u2019s really hard to be patient when it comes to bringing home your new family member, but try to remember that good things come to those who wait, and a well bred dog definitely falls under this. Especially if you\u2019re paying these sorts of price tags, you really dont want to have to pay for liver shunts and digestive problems along with it.<\/p>\n
If this has put you off of buying a teacup puppy, I won\u2019t say I\u2019m disappointed, because I\u2019ve yet to see a responsible, ethical teacup breeder \u2013 instead, go for the full size variant! I promise you they\u2019ll be just as fun, if not more so because you won\u2019t be dealing with the stresses (financian and emotional!) a Teacup often comes with.<\/p>\n
If you want to discuss the breeder or a puppy you might be bringing home, and want someone to check that for you? Why not get my insight into it? Get in touch<\/a> and let\u2019s make sure you\u2019re bringing home the best dog for your family.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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