Thanks, Borzoimom. I was just reading the link to AKC and I notice that the breed standard listed there was approved in December 1996 and put into effect January 31, 1997, but I have no idea what change that may have allowed for (it could have added another color coat or something). However, I also read the history and according to that even in the early 1900's most of the show dogs weighed under 6 pounds, so I guess it is just that I saw more backyard breeder dogs than actual show dogs.

ETA: Oops, thanks applesmom, I must have missed your post (while reading the other screen I guess) That does answer alot. Thank you.