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Small dogs are always cute, no matter what breed they are. Some people have coined the term “teacup puppy” to describe these types of dogs, simply because they are small enough to fit into a cup. The puppies are seriously tiny and can be held in the palm of one hand. Teacup puppies are so popular because of their cuteness and how fashionable they are. But how long do teacup dogs live?

Celebrities love these small dogs and carry them around in bags, which makes them even more popular. However, it’s important to remember that dogs are not a fashion accessory; they’re even more than just a pet; they become a member of the family. So it’s important to choose a healthy breed that will live for many years. If you’re considering a small dog then you might want to find out how long do teacup dogs live for.

What Exactly Is A Teacup Dog?

You might be surprised to know that there’s not actually an official definition of a teacup dog. According to most reputable breeders and the Kennel Club, there is no such thing as a teacup dog. They would be much more likely to refer to small dogs as “the runt of the litter,” which doesn’t sound anywhere near as attractive.

The term “teacup puppy” is simply a marketing tool. It means any puppy which has been selectively bred to be smaller than normal. Many of these are churned out of puppy mills since they are very desirable little dogs and command a premium. This raises a lot of concern over their health and how long they will live.

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How Long Do Teacup Dogs Live?

There’s no way to say exactly how long a teacup puppy will live. You might be lucky; it might live a full and healthy life of 15 years or more. However, with small teacup dogs, there is a greater risk of health problems. These dogs are not bred to be healthy or strong; in fact, they are the exact opposite. Teacup puppies may experience health problems like:

  • Digestive Problems
  • Kidney issues
  • Problems with the Liver
  • Heart Problems
  • weak immune system

With the increased chance of several medical conditions, it’s much more likely that these teacup dogs will have shorter lives than normal.

Types Of Teacup Puppy

Dogs have been selectively bred for centuries. They are very different from the wild wolves from which they originally came, but this process took a very long time. It’s possible for breeders to selectively breed to create teacup puppies out of any dog breed. Some popular teacup puppy breeds include:

  • Poochon
  • Yorkshire Terrier
  • Shih Tzu
  • Pomeranian
  • Teddy Bear

Smaller Dog Breeds

If you look at the different breeds of dog you can get, you will find that there are already many small breeds available. The Yorkshire Terrier, for example, is a small breed.

The breed has been made smaller through selective breeding over many generations and a very long time. The slow process makes it fairly safe, it’s when unreputable breeders try to speed up the process. The process can also be cruel; it’s not unheard of for some breeders to withhold food to try and stunt the growth of puppies.

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Teacup Puppy Breeding

Some breeders will try to create a teacup puppy by breeding two runts together. This is the opposite of what would normally happen in nature and does not help with evolution. These unreputable breeders are only interested in creating small dogs, not how long they will live.

Teacup puppies can go for thousands of dollars each, which provides plenty of incentive for some breeders to make their dogs as small as possible. They are just after a quick buck, though, which often comes at the cost of the dog’s health.

Should I Buy A Teacup Puppy?

If you see any breeder advertising teacup puppies for sale, then you should run away as fast as you can. Please don’t help to drive demand and help produce more of these poor little dogs. Small may be cute, but it’s not always healthy. There’s also no guarantee that a teacup puppy will stay small.

Teacup puppies sound cute because of their small size, but runts sound unhealthy because of the same reason.

Do your research and make sure you choose a healthy dog to become a member of your family. If you want a small dog, choose an existing breed that is naturally small. A dog like a Yorkshire terrier or a Bichon Frise, for example, will stay small without the added risk.

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