Question: We're thinking about getting a teacup shih tzu. The local pet store says they're not healthy and have a lot of medical issues. Is this true? Would we be better off getting another dog from ...

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but the “teacup dog” – a moniker usually reserved for dogs generally under eight pounds – are a popular choice among city dwellers, people with small living spaces, ...

AVOCADO HEIGHTS >> After a burglary this week at their home, there’s just one stolen item an Avocado Heights family is desperate to have returned: their 7-year-old daughter’s teacup Shih Tzu puppy.

It’s not rocket science why breeders created teacup dogs: We’re kind of wired to fall in love with cute and tiny things. It activates a nurturing role that compels us to feed, love, and ...