When Is A Teacup Yorkie Full Grown? (Size & Age Full Grown)

The Teacup Yorkie (AKA Teacup Yorkshire Terrier) is a purebred dog originating from the county of Yorkshire in England. They are very popular at the moment as they are super cute and also so small that they could fit into a handbag. You may be wondering what size a full grown Teacup Yorkie is and also what age when they will get to that size.

If you are interested in knowing more about fully grown Teacup Yorkies, keep reading this article to find out all the answers to your questions about this breed!

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When Is A Teacup Yorkie Full Grown?

Teacup Yorkies are fully grown between 6 and 9 months of age. They usually get to their full height around 6 months and then continue gaining weight and muscle mass until they are 9 months old. They stop growing at the end of 9 months.

Once your puppy is fully grown you’ll need to start investing in dog products that you’ll keep for their whole life such as:

A full size dog crate so they have their own cozy den to sleep in – consider a dog crate pad to make it that much comfier!
An adult sized dog raincoat to keep them dry during wet weather
An adult sized dog life jacket to help with swimming in lakes and oceans
An adult sized dog jacket for cold winter weather
A dog cooling vest if you live in a hot climate
High quality no-pull dog harness to reduce stress on their neck while walking
And other similar products

How Big Is A Teacup Yorkie Full Grown?

A full grown Teacup Yorkie is between 5 and 6 inches (12.7cm to 15.2cm) tall at the shoulder and weighs between 4 and 7 pounds (1.8kg to 3.2kg). They are the same size as Micro, Toy and Mini Yorkies which are the smallest sizes of Yorkshire Terrier.

Teacup Yorkie Height	Teacup Yorkie Weight
5 to 6 inches (12.7cm to 15.2cm)	4 to 7 pounds (1.8kg to 3.2kg)

Yorkie Sizes Compared

There are two distinct sizes of Yorkie. Micro, Teacup and Toy and Mini Yorkies are all the same size. Standard Yorkies are the larger, more common size of Yorkie. You can read about all the different Yorkie sizes here.

Micro Yorkies are 5 to 6 inches (12.7cm to 15.2cm) tall at the shoulder and weigh between 4 and 7 pounds (1.8kg to 3.2kg).
Teacup Yorkies are 5 to 6 inches (12.7cm to 15.2cm) tall at the shoulder and weigh between 4 and 7 pounds (1.8kg to 3.2kg).
Toy Yorkies are 5 to 6 inches (12.7cm to 15.2cm) tall at the shoulder and weigh between 4 and 7 pounds (1.8kg to 3.2kg).
Mini Yorkies are 5 to 6 inches (12.7cm to 15.2cm) tall at the shoulder and weigh between 4 and 7 pounds (1.8kg to 3.2kg).
Standard Yorkies are 8 to 9 inches (20.3cm to 22.9cm) tall at the shoulder and weigh around 7 pounds (3.2kg).

Teacup Yorkie Full Grown Weight

Teacup Yorkies weigh between 4 and 7 pounds. They are the lightest Yorkie size.

If you find out the weight of the parents of your Teacup Yorkie you will get a good idea of how much your puppy will weigh as an adult. As an unofficial Yorkie size, there can be a lot of variation in Teacup Yorkie weight so your dog may be slightly heavier or lighter than these ranges.

Size	Micro Yorkie	Teacup Yorkie	Toy Yorkie	Mini Yorkie	Standard Yorkie
Weight (lbs)	4 to 7 lbs.	4 to 7 lbs.	4 to 7 lbs.	4 to 7 lbs.	Approx. 7 lbs.
Weight (kg)	1.8kg to 3.2kg.	1.8kg to 3.2kg.	1.8kg to 3.2kg.	1.8kg to 3.2kg.	Approx 3.2kg.

Is My Teacup Yorkie Overweight?

Your Teacup Yorkie may be overweight if you have to push through excess fat to feel their ribs and if don’t have a visible waistline. When looking at a Teacup Yorkie from a birds-eye view they should have a subtle hourglass figure. If they are overweight, their body shape may look very round or like a sausage instead of having a thinner waistline than their ribcage and hips.

If you are worried about your Teacup Yorkie being overweight, the best thing you can do is go to the vet to get their professional opinion. They may suggest feeding your Teacup Yorkie a different diet or suggest an exercise regime. In the meantime, you can try and get your Teacup Yorkie back to a healthier weight by going on more walks, encouraging your Yorkie to run around more and playing active games like fetch. Also stop feeding your Teacup Yorkie people food and don’t give them as many treats or snacks.

Is My Teacup Yorkie Underweight?

Your Teacup Yorkie may be underweight if you can see or feel the ridges of their ribs. When looking at a Teacup Yorkie from a birds-eye view they should have a subtle hourglass figure. If the hourglass figure is very prominent or severe, your Teacup Yorkie may be underweight.

There are a range of reasons why Teacup Yorkies may become underweight but the main ones are if you are underfeeding or over exercising them. Another common cause is sickness and if this is the case you should definitely go to a vet for a check-up.

Teacup Yorkie Full Grown Height

Teacup Yorkies get to a height of 5 to 6 inches (12.7cm to 15.2cm) tall when fully grown. They are the shortest Yorkshire Terrier with Standard Yorkies being a few inches taller.

Size	Micro Yorkie	Teacup Yorkie	Toy Yorkie	Mini Yorkie	Standard Yorkie
Height (inches)	5 to 6 inches	5 to 6 inches	5 to 6 inches	5 to 6 inches	8 to 9 inches
Height (cm)	12.7cm to 15.2cm	12.7cm to 15.2cm	12.7cm to 15.2cm	12.7cm to 15.2cm	20.3cm to 22.9cm

What Does A Full Grown Teacup Yorkie Look Like?

Full grown Teacup Yorkies are a tiny dog breed that have silky, wavy coats that come in many colors such as black, blue and tan. Their chests, legs and head are usually tan in color that contrasts with the black or blue markings on the back of their neck down towards their tails. Teacup Yorkies have prominent pointed ears on a small head with a flat top. They also usually have large dark eyes and a brown nose.

How To Estimate Your Teacup Yorkie’s Full Size

1. DNA Testing

Besides looking at Teacup Yorkie growth charts and reading Teacup Yorkie size guide articles, a good way to estimate your Teacup Yorkie’s full size is to do a DNA test. Many people choose to DNA test their Teacup Yorkie as a puppy to predict their adult size. Embark Vet offers a health test which will give you a predicted adult weight for your puppy.

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2. Weight Prediction Formula

Alternatively, you can predict your Teacup Yorkie’s full size with a weight prediction formula. The formula requires that you take a Yorkie’s weight at the age they reach half their adult size and then multiply it by two. Teacup Yorkie’s usually reach half their adult weight between 2 and 4 months of age.

Teacup Yorkie Weight Prediction Formula

Weight at 12 weeks old x 2 = Teacup Yorkie estimated adult weight.

Teacup Yorkie Growth Chart

Birth to 2 Weeks

Between birth and 2 weeks of age, Teacup Yorkies are deaf and blind. They are unable to look after themselves and are fully dependant on their mothers as the only senses they have are taste and touch. Teacup Yorkies spend majority of these 2 weeks sleeping and nestling as close to their mother as they can. Their muscles are not developed and they cannot walk.

3 Weeks to 12 Weeks

From 3 weeks to 3 months of age, Teacup Yorkies start to become more independent. At the beginning of this period they will get their hearing and sense of smell. Their eyes and ears open so they become much more inquisitive about the world. They start to interact with litter mates, bark and walk a little as their muscles start to get stronger.

Yorkies start to become more aware of their surroundings and start to interact with others. Weaning begins during this stage so they start eating food other than their mother’s milk. By 8 weeks, they have full use of their senses and usually go to their new home.

4 Months to 6 Months

Teething begins between 4 and 6 months of age. Many Teacup Yorkies undergo a big growth spurt at this age as they are only eating puppy food now. At this age, your Teacup Yorkie will be their full height or nearly their full height.

7 Months to 9 Months

Teacup Yorkies are fully grown by 9 months of age. They’ll get their adult coat and you’ll eventually have to swap over to adult food. At this age Teacup Yorkies are extremely active and also very inquisitive. They love exploring their world and learning new things.

Unfortunately, this is the age where you might start having problems with your Teacup Yorkie as it is the adolescent stage. Teacup Yorkies may start displaying some regressive behavior like not listening to your training commands, being a bit aggressive or chewing up stuff. This is especially the case if your Teacup Yorkie is not desexed as their hormones will start to kick in. Just remember that this won’t last long and be patient as your Teacup Yorkie is a teenager.