Are teacup dogs easy to raise? I believe that cute girls who see teacup dogs fall in love with this little pet dog, but are they really so easy to raise behind their good looks? The editor is asking "Are teacup dogs good?" A data survey was conducted on this question, and 90% of pet friends answered that it is difficult to raise teacup dogs. Now pet friends who like teacup dogs will take a look at some things about raising teacup dogs with the editor.

Teacup dogs originated in the United States and were developed in Japan and South Korea. Now they have been further improved. So the so-called teacup dog does not refer to a single breed of dog. There are currently 5 to 7 stable types of teacup dogs, namely: teacup poodle, teacup Yorkshire terrier, teacup Maltese (Maltese), teacup Chihuahua, teacup Pomeranian, etc.!

1. Life span of teacup dogs

The physique of teacup dogs is much worse than that of ordinary dogs. Their life span is generally 10 to 15 years. During the breeding process, special attention should be paid to reducing the number of baths. Especially for newly purchased teacup dogs, do not bathe with water. Use dry cleaning powder to dry clean once every five days, and use a brush to brush for a while.

　2. Food requirements

Puppies’ lives should be regular. Feeding should be regular and quantitative, and nutrition should be balanced. Do not allow puppies to develop picky eating habits and cause nutritional deficiencies. Be careful to prevent hypervitaminosis (especially vitamin A or D) or calcium deficiency. Puppies should not overeat. Generally, 7 to 8 minutes is enough. It is strictly forbidden to feed spoiled food. It is best to wash the food bowl after each feeding to prevent diarrhea or food poisoning.

3. Health observation

It is necessary to pay close attention to observe the puppy's urination and defecation conditions to determine whether it is normal. The frequency of bowel movements generally changes with the age of the dog. Dogs can eat several times a day in 1 month, and an average of about 3 times a day by 2 months old. The frequency of stool is related to the type of food: for example, when feeding meat and rice, the amount and frequency of stool will be less; when feeding more starchy food, the frequency and amount will be higher. Pay attention to the color, smell and presence of worms in the puppy's stool. Normal stool is strip-shaped, moderately soft and hard, and usually slightly yellow. But it is also affected by food. For example, if you eat a lot of meat or feed some liver, your feces will usually turn black.

The frequency of urination also changes with the age of the dog. For 1-month-old dogs, it’s about once every 2 hours, and for 2-month-old dogs, it’s about 5 to 6 times a day. Urine that is light yellow and clear and transparent is healthy. The first time you urinate in the morning, the color will be slightly darker. However, if you find that the urine color remains darker, you should suspect whether you are sick, and it is best to go to the animal hospital for examination. It is best to go to the animal hospital for a physical examination every month, with stool and urine tests, and intestinal parasites removed if necessary. Note: Look for an animal hospital with a good reputation and good facilities. Puppies are afraid of the cold, so whether it is winter or summer, you must pay attention to keeping them warm..

4. Health care

Don’t let your puppy’s belly rest on the ground for a long time, as this can easily lead to colds, diarrhea or a cold. Regardless of whether it is a small dog or a large dog, it is not advisable to take it for a walk on the road before it is 5 months old. Because the bones of puppies are not fully developed, walking for a long time can cause bone deformation in the limbs; at the same time, they are very susceptible to diseases outside. Appropriate play and exercise can be done indoors or in the courtyard. When the sun is not too strong and the outdoor temperature is not too high, puppies can bask in the sun and sunbathe, which is beneficial to bone growth.

5. Are teacup dogs easy to raise?

The teacup dog looks relatively petite, but is actually more delicate. Compared with other dog breeds, it is more difficult to raise. It should be noted that people have the impression that teacup dogs are difficult to raise. In addition to being more delicate themselves, it is also closely related to the fact that many businesses use deformed toy dogs to pretend to be teacup teddy dogs and are prone to death. The real teacup Teddy dogs introduced from South Korea are relatively easy to maintain.

6. Things to note

As weight increases, nutritional requirements increase, and calcium needs must be met at the same time. Otherwise, puppies are prone to rickets, which may lead to deformation of long bones in the limbs or swelling of joints, resulting in "O" or "X" shaped legs. Large dogs of medium size or above should pay more attention to observe whether there are any changes in the shape of the front and rear limbs. Adjust the balance of calcium and phosphorus in a timely manner, frequently expose yourself to ultraviolet rays (basking in the sun), and supplement deficiencies in vitamins A, D, and E. Dogs should not wander outside for too long. Generally, dogs aged 4 months should not go to the road often. Take a walk to prevent your limbs from getting deformed.

The above are some things about raising a pet teacup dog. Friends who like teacup dogs should know more about teacup dogs!