WANTED TINY --TINY female MALTESE

[zippyxx1]

We are looking for Tiny "Teacup" (I know you hate this word, there is no true thing). But I'm looking for a cute WHITE --Good Black Points, Maltese , female, that will get only 2 1/2 to 3 lbs full grown. True pocket pet. We are not interested in breeding. We are picky... want a CUTE TEDDY BEAR FACE and pure white, short legs. Please email me the details and photos. price? THanks

[mia's mom]

We are looking for Tiny "Teacup" (I know you hate this word, there is no true thing). But I'm looking for a cute WHITE --Good Black Points, Maltese , female, that will get only 2 1/2 to 3 lbs full grown. True pocket pet. We are not interested in breeding. We are picky... want a CUTE TEDDY BEAR FACE and pure white, short legs. Please email me the details and photos. price? THanks

Your right there isn't anything called a "teacup". I would be very leary in trying to get a "tiny". My Mia is just over 4 lbs and is on the small side. They are very delicate and sometimes suffer from hypoglycemia. The standard size is 4lbs to 7lbs. Where ever you get your baby from I would concentrate on health versus size.

[lilybellesmom]

Good luck on your search, please do your research carefully.

You are absolutely right, there is no such thing as a "Teacup" Maltese, Yorkie, etc. Something so small will have many health and physical risks.

I agree with Mia's Mom, health versus size.

Good luck...

[jazzysmom]

I agree with the other posts. I just rescued a 2 yr old female that weighs 4 1/2 lbs and she is very, very small.

Do your research and go for a healthy puppy not size

[ThrillerNHalo]

It is very sad that in your description you never once mentioned health. :(
Good luck to you and if you are set on getting a small size, get one that is older and you know it is healthy and the size is not because it is sick. These are serious things to look into.

Deana
Prestigeous Yorkies and 2 Maltese :)

[Morkie4]

The ladies are right, size is cute and sweet and neat but health is the most important thing!!!!!! My gals are "huge" by maltese standard but they are both healthy but then they are both rescues. Four pounds is small, really small. I had a chance to meet Mia and she is a spunky, cute and tiny little thing and just my opinion but you might want to cosider getting a 4 pounder. Hope you do some research and find a nice pup that is healthy.

[MISSTRISH317]

We are looking for Tiny "Teacup" (I know you hate this word, there is no true thing). But I'm looking for a cute WHITE --Good Black Points, Maltese , female, that will get only 2 1/2 to 3 lbs full grown. True pocket pet. We are not interested in breeding. We are picky... want a CUTE TEDDY BEAR FACE and pure white, short legs. Please email me the details and photos. price? THanks

We are picky?? female, that will get only 2 1/2 to 3 lbs full grown. True pocket pet True pocket pet??


OMG this is sooo frustrating:mad::mad::mad::mad::mad:
Don't be one of those ignorant people. INFORM yourself on the breed standards and good breeding practices, so that you can make an EDUCATED decision. The AKC has taken a stance against the teacup label and suggests that no one buy from a breeder who advertises teacups since this is also advertising that the person is not a responsible, reputable breeder.

Please read this info to learn more about the term "teacups"
http://www.barkrescue.net/teacup.htm

[plumie]

Hi, welcome to MT.

2.5 to 3 lbs, thats to tiny for me. NOt my cup of teas.:D
When my girl was 3.9lbs I was so nervous to let her out of my sight.
Little miss Pani gain 1 lbs after her spay. Now I'm not as nervous as before:D

Hope you do find your perfect girl:hearter:

ps please do plenty of research on tiny one.

[jrsygal37]

Lilly my Yorkie rescue is just shy of 4 lbs. Believe me when I tell you that is tiny. I got her when she was just shy of 2 lbs. That was really tiny. Honestly, please consider going with 4-5 lbs.

Let me ask you, do you work? Do you realize the risk of hyperglycemia in one that small? You will need to be home to feed her four times a day, in order to keep her blood sugar where it needs to be. Please research. If you truly want a tiny then please consider adopting through a rescue. Anyone that will breed for this size is not reputable. Some will sell you one very young and lie and tell you that she is older in order for it to appear that she is going to be smaller then she really will be. Others may sell you the runt but not tell you that. The runt is often ridden with health issues that he breeder may not be upfront about. These are all tricks that unreputable breeders pull in order to get more money for that "Tea cup."

I'm not trying to pick on you or your choice. I'm just trying to educate you to save you from some heart ache down the road.

Best of luck.

Elaine

[jazzysmom]

I rescued Sprout when he was about 8 weeks old and he weighed 12 oz and was very sick it took a long time for him to get to 1 lb and a lot of worry on my part and loss of sleep Tiny is not always good.

[benz_909]

Yes there is no such thing as a teacup, but i think someone might have already said that there are genuinely tiny pups, which usually have health related issues and are very fragile :(

[jdy]

good luck on your search for a teacup maltese. :D Let us know when you get your tiny tiny female :) and which breeder you went to~ Have fun!!! Sorry I cant be any help. I dont know any breeders who breed that small.

[malteselove]

We have our second Maltese, the first was a rescue, and I can honestly say that they are the sweetest, most sensitive dogs I have ever owned (and I have owned dogs for 50 years)! That said, I also have a rescue Yorkie that is 3 pounds, and she is very, very little. There are SO many potential health issues with the teeny, tiny ones! Crissey is now battling encephalitis, and being so small makes any health issue a BIG deal!

Crissey was being used as a kennel breed dog and she is much too small to be bred. But because so many people want the "little" ones, disreputable breeders will breed the small ones, hoping to get more small ones, even though it is a health risk to the mother. But greed drives them to do unethical things and we end up with unhealthy pets and big vet bills.

If you stick with the breed standard, you will be supporting the positive promotion of the breed that you have chosen and will contribute to preserving the very characteristics that drew you to the breed in the first place.

I expected Jazz, our Maltese, to fall within the breed standard of 4 to 7 pounds, but he has grown to be 10 pounds. However, we couldn't love him anymore and we call him our "perfect child" because he never does anything wrong! He is a pure delight, smart, easy to train, and one of the most well-behaved dogs that I have ever had the pleasure to be around.

When you are out there searching for a pet, trust your instincts - the right one generally picks you; you don't pick it. Something will click inside you and you will know that you have made a special connection. Then it won't matter what kind or what size, you will have found "family".

And if you are really set on a small dog, then please consider a rescue! There are so many out there that need love and are SO grateful for a good home. You cannot imagine the feeling you get from the gratitude of an animal you have saved! I have rescued dogs for over 20 years, and have never regretted a single experience. Plus you have the added benefit of knowing their adult size and any current health issues.

Remember, our job as dog parents is to make life better for our dogs. Owning a dog is not about US, it is about THEM. And while there are advantages to smaller, more mobile companions, anything under 20 pounds is easy to travel with. And anything under 4 pounds could set you up for some real heartache (not to mention expense).

Glad you found this forum and I wish you and your future pet much love and joy together.

[Angel's Mom]

We have our second Maltese, the first was a rescue, and I can honestly say that they are the sweetest, most sensitive dogs I have ever owned (and I have owned dogs for 50 years)! That said, I also have a rescue Yorkie that is 3 pounds, and she is very, very little. There are SO many potential health issues with the teeny, tiny ones! Crissey is now battling encephalitis, and being so small makes any health issue a BIG deal!

Crissey was being used as a kennel breed dog and she is much too small to be bred. But because so many people want the "little" ones, disreputable breeders will breed the small ones, hoping to get more small ones, even though it is a health risk to the mother. But greed drives them to do unethical things and we end up with unhealthy pets and big vet bills.

If you stick with the breed standard, you will be supporting the positive promotion of the breed that you have chosen and will contribute to preserving the very characteristics that drew you to the breed in the first place.

I expected Jazz, our Maltese, to fall within the breed standard of 4 to 7 pounds, but he has grown to be 10 pounds. However, we couldn't love him anymore and we call him our "perfect child" because he never does anything wrong! He is a pure delight, smart, easy to train, and one of the most well-behaved dogs that I have ever had the pleasure to be around.

When you are out there searching for a pet, trust your instincts - the right one generally picks you; you don't pick it. Something will click inside you and you will know that you have made a special connection. Then it won't matter what kind or what size, you will have found "family".

And if you are really set on a small dog, then please consider a rescue! There are so many out there that need love and are SO grateful for a good home. You cannot imagine the feeling you get from the gratitude of an animal you have saved! I have rescued dogs for over 20 years, and have never regretted a single experience. Plus you have the added benefit of knowing their adult size and any current health issues.

Remember, our job as dog parents is to make life better for our dogs. Owning a dog is not about US, it is about THEM. And while there are advantages to smaller, more mobile companions, anything under 20 pounds is easy to travel with. And anything under 4 pounds could set you up for some real heartache (not to mention expense).

Glad you found this forum and I wish you and your future pet much love and joy together.

Very nicely said. :thumb2:

[malteselove]

Very nicely said. :thumb2:

Thank you! I got a dog for my first birthday and have had them (usually multiples), ever since. Growing up, most of our "rescues" were just abandoned animals (we called them "strays" back then), that took up residence at our house. My family never turned anything away. We rescued countless dogs and cats, and numerous forms of wildlife - rabbits, chipmunks, squirrels, even an owl and a skunk.

As an adult, I have also never gone out searching for a "rescue", but they always seem to find me. Jazz (our Maltese), is the first non-rescue that I have had in about 25 years. And we have him because of an amazing rescue with quite a story, named M&M. He taught me to love the Maltese breed, along with the many other lessons he left behind.

So I am passionate about our role as the caretakers of God's creatures. And quite concerned about some of the current breeding practices promoted by the pop culture, celebrity-endorsed trend of "pocket pets" which seems to be more about the ego of the owner than the welfare of the dog.

This is a great forum for education. And while I myself really love having a small baby, I know that under 4 pounds is asking for trouble. A 5-6 pound dog is much healthier and still extremely small for a pet!

[Morkie4]

All three of my maltese gals are rescues. Toby was just a rehome but he's a yorkie.:)

[Morkie4]

We have our second Maltese, the first was a rescue, and I can honestly say that they are the sweetest, most sensitive dogs I have ever owned (and I have owned dogs for 50 years)! That said, I also have a rescue Yorkie that is 3 pounds, and she is very, very little. There are SO many potential health issues with the teeny, tiny ones! Crissey is now battling encephalitis, and being so small makes any health issue a BIG deal!

Crissey was being used as a kennel breed dog and she is much too small to be bred. But because so many people want the "little" ones, disreputable breeders will breed the small ones, hoping to get more small ones, even though it is a health risk to the mother. But greed drives them to do unethical things and we end up with unhealthy pets and big vet bills.

If you stick with the breed standard, you will be supporting the positive promotion of the breed that you have chosen and will contribute to preserving the very characteristics that drew you to the breed in the first place.

I expected Jazz, our Maltese, to fall within the breed standard of 4 to 7 pounds, but he has grown to be 10 pounds. However, we couldn't love him anymore and we call him our "perfect child" because he never does anything wrong! He is a pure delight, smart, easy to train, and one of the most well-behaved dogs that I have ever had the pleasure to be around.

When you are out there searching for a pet, trust your instincts - the right one generally picks you; you don't pick it. Something will click inside you and you will know that you have made a special connection. Then it won't matter what kind or what size, you will have found "family".

And if you are really set on a small dog, then please consider a rescue! There are so many out there that need love and are SO grateful for a good home. You cannot imagine the feeling you get from the gratitude of an animal you have saved! I have rescued dogs for over 20 years, and have never regretted a single experience. Plus you have the added benefit of knowing their adult size and any current health issues.

Remember, our job as dog parents is to make life better for our dogs. Owning a dog is not about US, it is about THEM. And while there are advantages to smaller, more mobile companions, anything under 20 pounds is easy to travel with. And anything under 4 pounds could set you up for some real heartache (not to mention expense).

Glad you found this forum and I wish you and your future pet much love and joy together.

I certainly agree.....smaller dogs do have issues sometimes. But there is no such thing as the "perfect" problem free dog in my opinion.......and that IS just my opinion.

[adelyn]

i still prefer in standard size of maltese..too small is quite handful plus tend to healthy issues, and i think they shouldn't be that tiny indeed, i mean the teacup size..anyway, gather more information n ur maltese searching.

[AzMalteseMom]

Breed standards are different for different registries...ie UKC vs AKC. Both reputable. I understand that at one time the standard for a maltese was quite large and it has been bred down to what it is today.....I can't imagine anything smaller than 4# I keep hoping for my boy will get to 4# and meet AKC standard!!!!!

[Morkie4]

Breed standards are different for different registries...ie UKC vs AKC. Both reputable. I understand that at one time the standard for a maltese was quite large and it has been bred down to what it is today.....I can't imagine anything smaller than 4# I keep hoping for my boy will get to 4# and meet AKC standard!!!!!

We do have a few members that have adults that under the 4 pound mark (I think).........how old is your boy????

[AzMalteseMom]

I don't doubt it at all. The problem is when there is such a public demand for these tinies and unscrupulous people seek to benefit by lying about puppies sizes, not taking care of their health, sneaking in other tiny breeds, doing whatever they can to produce/sell that "tiny". Personally, I want something with a little substance and 4# is small enough!

[Morkie4]

I don't doubt it at all. The problem is when there is such a public demand for these tinies and unscrupulous people seek to benefit by lying about puppies sizes, not taking care of their health, sneaking in other tiny breeds, doing whatever they can to produce/sell that "tiny". Personally, I want something with a little substance and 4# is small enough!

I have a 6.4 pound female maltese and I would like a five pounder but not sure I could handle the tiny four pounder myself. My Yorkie is 7.8 pounds and I love that size. The other two maltese are 9 and 9.8 pounds .... way off standard but one is from a puppymill (petstore) I rescued at 2 1/2 years old and the other is from a pound and needs to lose just about another pound and she will be at the right weight for her size. But I agree, as long as there is a demand for the smaller tiny maltese breed or any breed for that matter, they will be produced.

[Vylula]

I have one.....but you can't have her....LOL.....she is my little buttercup and she is healthy as a horse and I am so thankful!

And I used that ugly word too when I first came here....I didn't know any better! I am just so lucky I had a good breeder and I got a healthy baby with the perfect personality.

Good luck!

[mia's mom]

I have some "tinies" but with big attitudes.:o Mia is 4+, KCee is 3+, Bella is 3+ and Cody is a mere almost if not already 10lbs!!!!:D

[AzMalteseMom]

I don't understand the big deal about terminology. If teacup were not a word; another one would be used in it's place....such as tinies, pocket pup. People can confuse anything whether it be a term, a breed....it is all descriptive. There was the most adorable puppy at the show, just 2.5# at 6 mos...healthy and everything. Just small. The term pocket puppy, teacup, was used very loosely around her as she could not be described as anything else but tiny tiny tiny. It is of course agreed that to purposely breed and market for that size is asking for nothing but trouble. These were all reputable breeders. I guess if the conversation stays within the limits of certain company it helps protect the integrity. I am just an observer and trying to put this all together for my own understanding. I am an optimist.

[Cares4dogs]

Maybe a hamster would be more suitable--they are pretty tiny!:D

I have a 6# maltese and cant imagine having one smaller than her. She can jump off the bed, but is very scared to. I think it hurts her to jump. Im up and down all night every night picking her up on the bed AND putting her off the bed.

Please reconsider...seeking out a "teacup" only ads to irresponsible breeding practices.

[zeek's mom]

Breed standards are different for different registries...ie UKC vs AKC. Both reputable. I understand that at one time the standard for a maltese was quite large and it has been bred down to what it is today.....I can't imagine anything smaller than 4# I keep hoping for my boy will get to 4# and meet AKC standard!!!!!


In all actuality anything under 7 pounds is within the AKC Standard. It states
"Weight under 7 pounds, with 4 to 6 pounds preferred."

[Cares4dogs]

In all actuality anything under 7 pounds is within the AKC Standard. It states
"Weight under 7 pounds, with 4 to 6 pounds preferred."

you are absolutely correct!

[julietimothy]

Everyone is wanting the smallest of the small. To tell the truth I have not sen a maltese under 4lbs. If any one has a 2-3lb Maltese send me pictures I would love to see it. julietimothy@hotmail.com I have a yorkie that is 2lbs 10oz. I did not buy he thinking her would be that size, I was thinking he would get closer to 4lbs. As a puppy he was small but not the smallest I had ever seen. He had problems with his surgar untill he got over 2lbs. It was so bad. 4lbs is a great small size!!!!! I had a lady come out to look at my Maltese puppies, Most all my Maltese is around 4-6lb and she thought they was so big. What has people been telling her?? That is the right sizes for Maltese. I don't understand.

[mia's mom]

What has people been telling her?? That is the right sizes for Maltese. I don't understand.

I think that was the point to steer her away from "tinies" I have 2 under 4lbs and thank God they are older now. Even Bella that's over 9 months old when she plays to hard has issues with her sugar and she is just shy of 4lbs and the girl can eat.

When Mia was under 4 lbs and younger she had major issues with hypoglycemia.

[julietimothy]

When I ask what people was telling her about size? I was saying if you read everything I wrote is that 4-6 lbs is the size of most Maltese. I have never seen anything smaller (FULL GROWN) smaller that 4lbs. I would love to see them. The size thing makes me bad, because so many people go around and place on the net at they have 2 and 3 lbs Maltese and they don't look that small to me. More like 5lbs or bigger. This must be the ones that ships their puppies and they tell the people that is mom and dad is 3 lbs and forgets to say, that was the size at 5 months old!!!! LOL They fall for it, get that puppy shipped in and end up with a 6- 7 lbs maltese (which is great to me) but they paid LOTSSSSSSSS more money think it was going to me Teacup when there is no Teacup. Just my thought on the hole size thing.

[mia's mom]

The size thing makes me bad, because so many people go around and place on the net at they have 2 and 3 lbs Maltese and they don't look that small to me. More like 5lbs or bigger.

Here are some pictures.

KCee 3.4lbs @ almost 2 years
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Mr. Wookie (not my dog) with Mia he barely weighs 3lbs. he is an adult
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Bella 3.8lbs almost 1 yr.
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Mia just reached 5lbs on a hungry day and is 2yrs+
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[MalteseJane]

Alex is something like 5.2 lbs right now. He used to be 5.8 lbs but he lost some weight when we started him on all the heart medicine. He is almost 12 years old.

[julietimothy]

thanks for the picture they are great. It is harder to size the size in maltese because of the hair like my yorkie. Man you put a 3lbs yorkie beside a 5lbs yorkie it is big size change. But with the hair is it hard to tell. May one day I will get lucky to see one and hold them. That would be great. Thanks again guys.

[Miss Melanie]

Here are some pictures.

KCee 3.4lbs @ almost 2 years
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Mr. Wookie (not my dog) with Mia he barely weighs 3lbs. he is an adult
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Bella 3.8lbs almost 1 yr.
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Mia just reached 5lbs on a hungry day and is 2yrs+
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Maggie, thanks for the laugh. I really would find it hard to believe Mia is 5 pounds, she was so danity feeling to me. Are you sure you were looking at the scale correctly? :lol2:

And this is ALL I am saying about a tiny Maltese. :wink5: Well for now, at least.

[mia's mom]

Maggie, thanks for the laugh. I really would find it hard to believe Mia is 5 pounds, she was so danity feeling to me. Are you sure you were looking at the scale correctly? :lol2:

And this is ALL I am saying about a tiny Maltese. :wink5: Well for now, at least.

I know I can't believe she was 5lbs but she was wiggling all over that scale so I don't think it's that accurate she still in an XS!!