Everyone who WANTS or THINKS they have a 'TEACUP' dog

the 'TEACUP' myth:

For those who are interested in a small dog, please visit the American Kennel Club and look through the list of TOY BREEDS. These include : Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua ( long and short coat ), Chinese Crested, Italian Greyhound, Maltese, Mexican Hairless, Miniature Pinscher, Papillon, Pekingese, Pomeranian, Poodle, Pug, Silky Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier. ABSOLUTELY NONE OF THE TOY BREEDS COME IN A 'TEACUP' VARIETY.

'Teacup' was a term coined by those wishing to describe smaller specimens of the toy breeds, however the term 'teacup' is NOT one used by the AKC or CKC. This term is often used by dishonest people trying to make money from breeding toy dogs who do NOT adhere to the breed standard. Most of the toy breeds are between 8 and 12 inches at the shoulder, which is quite small. Small enough. Those who intentionally breed them to be smaller are endangering the puppies health. Many 'undersized' toy dogs are born with water on the brain. Some have the 'bug-eyed' look due to a skull and eye sockets that are too small to hold the eyes in place. This is not healthy, nor is it condoned by REPUTABLE BREEDERS. From time to time, each of us has had a puppy that was too small to show, but made a wonderful pet.

Please take the time to educate yourself on the many Toy breeds and find a reputable breeder who will help you choose the right puppy for you and your family.

You may also wish to consider adopting a toy breed from a reputable rescue group. Most reputable breeders also do rescue and will happily help you find the puppy that you are looking for.

The moral of the story....
THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A TEACUP! People who breed and advertise them do not care for the welfare of the breed and are just out to make money.