Is a teacup dog easy to keep? I believe that cute girls who see a teacup dog will fall in love with this small petdog, But is it really so easy to raise behind a good-looking one? The editor did a data survey on the question Is a teacup dog good?, 90% of pet friends answered that it is not easy to raise, the following are the pets who like teacup dogs Let’s take a look at some of the things about raising teacup dogs with you and the editor.

The teacup dog originated in the United States, developed in Japan and South Korea, and has now been further improved. So the so-called teacup dogs do not refer to a single breed of dogs. There are currently 5 to 7 types of teacup dogs that are relatively stable, namely: teacup VIP, teacup Yorkshire, teacup Maltese (Malta), teacupChihuahua, TeacupPomeranian, etc.!

1. The lifespan of the teacup dog

The ratio of the constitution of the teacup dog Generally, dogs are much worse, and their lifespan is generally 10 to 15 years. During the breeding process, special attention should be paid to reducing the number of baths. Especially for newly bought teacup dogs, never bathe with water. Dry cleaning with dry cleaning powder can be used every five days, and a brush can be used for a while when washing.

2. Food requirements

The puppy's life should be regular. Feeding should be timed, quantitative, and nutritionally balanced. Don't let puppies develop the bad habits of picky eaters and cause nutritional disorders. Pay attention 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, and it is best to wash the food bowl every time you feed, so as to prevent diarrhea or food poisoning.

3. Health observation

Pay close attention to the urination and defecation of the puppy to determine whether it is normal. Stool frequency generally varies with dog age. In January, the older dogs are several times a day, and by the age of February, the average is about 3 times a day. The frequency of defecation is related to the type of food: for example, when feeding meat and rice, the amount and frequency of feces are less; when feeding a lot of starchy food, the frequency and amount are more. Pay attention to the color, smell, and presence of worms in your puppy's stool. Normal stool is strip-shaped, moderately soft and hard, and usually yellowish in color. But it is also affected by food. For example, when eating more meat or feeding some liver, the feces are generally black.

Urine frequency also varies with dog age. For large dogs in January, about once every 2 hours, about 5 to 6 times a day for large dogs in February. Urine that is pale yellow and clear and transparent is healthy. The first time you urinate in the morning, the color is slightly darker, but if you find that the urine color has been 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 once a month, test large and urine, and expel intestinal parasites if necessary. Note: Look for a reputable animal hospital with good facilities. Puppies are afraid of cold, so whether it is winter or summer, you must pay attention to keeping your puppies warm.

4. Health care

Don't let the puppy's belly fall on the ground for a long time, which is easy to catch cold, cause diarrhea or a cold. Whether it is a small dog or a large dog, it is not advisable to take it for a walk on the road before 5 months. Because the skeleton of the puppies is not fully developed, walking for a long time can cause deformation of the bones of the limbs; at the same time, it is 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, the puppies bask in the sun and sunbathe, which is conducive to bone growth.

5. Is the teacup dog easy to raise?

The teacup dog is relatively petite in appearance, but it is actually quite delicate. Compared with other dog breeds, it is more difficult to raise . It should be noted that teacup dogs are difficult to raise in people's impression. In addition to being squeamish, they also impersonate teacup teddy with deformed toy teddy dogs with many businesses. Easy to die has a lot to do with it. A real teacup Teddy imported from Korea is relatively easy to feed.

6. Precautions

With the increase of body weight, the nutritional requirements increase, and the need for calcium must be met at the same time, otherwise the pups are prone to rickets , resulting in the deformation of the long bones of the limbs or swelling of the joints, etc., and the O or X-shaped legs appear. Large dogs with a medium size and above should pay more attention to observe whether there are changes in the shape of the front and rear limbs. Adjust the balance of calcium and phosphorus in time, often irradiate ultraviolet rays (basking in the sun), and supplement the deficiency of vitamins A, D, and E. The dog should not be out for too long. Generally, 4-month-old dogs should not be on the road often. Take a walk to prevent the limbs from deforming.

The above are some of the things about keeping pet teacup dogs. Friends who like teacup dogs learn more about teacup dogs!