What breeds of teacup dogs are there, and roughly how much does one cost?
A teacup dog is actually a small Chihuahua, also called a poodle or curly-haired dog, and is a pet dog with a relatively petite build. Nowadays, teacup dogs are quite popular among pets, especially loved and kept by women. So what breeds of teacup dogs are there? Roughly how much does one cost?
1. What breeds of teacup dogs are there?
There are 5-7 kinds of teacup dogs, namely: teacup Poodle, teacup Yorkshire Terrier, teacup Maltese, teacup Chihuahua, teacup Pomeranian, and so on. Teacup dogs originated in the United States, were developed in Japan and South Korea, and have now been further improved. In the 19th century, the toy Poodle came into being through a gene mutation, becoming the earliest teacup dog, and through breeding by American breeders it gradually developed into its present form. Teacup dogs are small and cute, and have become a new favorite of many Poodle lovers.
Teacup dogs differ from ordinary small-bodied dogs in their sensitive temperament, and are also different from miniature dogs such as the Chihuahua and Pomeranian; they have more inherited the toy Poodle's gentle, lively, people-friendly, intelligent and nimble disposition.
2. Roughly how much does a teacup dog cost?
The price of teacup dogs is generally above 4000 yuan (depending on appearance), with purebred varieties ranging from 8000 to 40,000 yuan, and some with even higher prices. During their first four months they grow much the same as normal Poodles; four months is the watershed, after which teacup dogs grow very slowly, and at around seven or eight months they stop growing. Most toy Poodles, however, grow very fast and only enter a slow-growth period after eight months.
3. Key points for keeping teacup dogs
Environmental requirements: When keeping teacup dogs, pay special attention to their living temperature; keep them warm in winter and maintain the temperature; in summer pay attention to ventilation and keep them cool. The room should also be cleaned and disinfected frequently, keeping it dry, tidy and clean.
Food requirements: The puppy's life should be regular. Feeding should be at fixed times and in fixed amounts, and nutrition should be balanced. Be careful to prevent hypervitaminosis (especially vitamin A or D) or calcium deficiency. Puppies should not be fed too full; generally 7-8 parts full is suitable.
Health observation: Pay close attention to the puppy's urination and defecation to judge whether it is normal. Note the color and smell of the puppy's stool and whether there are worms, etc. Normal feces are strip-shaped, moderately soft and firm, and usually slightly yellow.
Health care: The puppy's belly should not be in contact with the ground for a long time, as it easily causes diarrhea or a cold from chilling. Puppies are afraid of the cold, so whether in winter or summer, attention should be paid to keeping the puppy warm.
A puppy's bones are not fully developed, and walking for a long time can cause deformation of the limb bones; its resistance is relatively poor, so outdoor activities should be reduced when air conditions are poor. When the outdoor weather is suitable, let the puppy bathe in sunlight, which is good for bone growth.
Special notes:
(1) Reduce the number of baths; especially for newly bought teacup dogs, absolutely do not bathe them with water. Dry shampoo powder can be used once every five days, and during washing a bristle brush can be used to brush for a longer time.
(2) Teacup dogs need grooming and trimming of their hair starting from 4 months of age, such as the Poodle. If going outside for grooming, be sure to choose a well-equipped, highly reputable grooming shop, so as to prevent disease transmission and cross-infection, because at 4 months the puppy's immunity is still very fragile. For hard-coated dogs, you can pluck a small amount of coat at home every day to promote its growth.