What to Know When Buying a Well-Bred Yorkshire Terrier: Why Quality Matters

Are you considering adding a Yorkshire Terrier to your family? If so, you may have noticed a wide range of prices for Yorkie puppies. At Essence of Grace Yorkies, our prices reflect the high standards and dedication we put into raising well-bred Yorkshire Terrier puppies. Here's a detailed look at what goes into buying a well-bred Yorkie and why investing in a high-quality puppy is worth it.

1. Health Testing and Certification: A Foundation for a Healthy Yorkie

A well-bred Yorkshire Terrier starts with a commitment to health. All of our breeding dogs, such as Sasha and Abbey, undergo comprehensive health testing to ensure they are free from over 200 genetic conditions through Embark testing. They also have OFA Eyes Certification by a board-certified ophthalmologist and OFA Patellas Certification to confirm their overall health. This investment in health testing ensures that our Yorkie puppies have the best chance of living long, healthy lives.

2. Champion Bloodlines: Ensuring Show Quality and Breed Standards

At Essence of Grace Yorkies, our Yorkshire Terriers come from champion bloodlines. Our foundation dogs, including Abbey, our first “bred-by” AKC Champion, and Sasha, imported from Russia, are excellent examples of the breed's finest qualities. Breeding from champion bloodlines ensures that our Yorkie puppies have the correct coat texture and color, body structure, and temperament to meet the AKC breed standards. Whether you're looking for a show-quality Yorkie or a perfect companion, these bloodlines offer the best of both worlds.

3. Socialization and Early Training: Preparing Your Puppy for a Happy Life

One of the critical elements of raising a well-bred Yorkshire Terrier is early socialization. At Essence of Grace Yorkies, we start socializing our puppies from a young age, exposing them to various environments, sounds, and gentle handling. This process ensures that they develop into confident, well-adjusted adults ready for their new homes. A well-socialized Yorkie puppy is more likely to adapt quickly to its new family and thrive in different settings.

4. High-Quality Nutrition and Veterinary Care: Investing in Your Yorkie's Health

We believe that a healthy puppy starts with high-quality nutrition. Our Yorkshire Terrier puppies are fed premium dog food specifically formulated for their growth and development. In addition, they receive top-notch veterinary care, including vaccinations, deworming, regular health checks, and preventative care. All of these measures are included in the price of our Yorkie puppies, ensuring they have the best start in life.

5. Ethical Breeding Practices: Ensuring a Sustainable Future for the Breed

As responsible breeders, we adhere to ethical breeding practices. We breed only dogs that meet the AKC breed standards and are free from genetic defects. We do not breed for merle or non-traditional colors and avoid using terms like "teacup" to describe our Yorkies, as these are not recognized by the AKC. Additionally, all puppies have their tails docked and dewclaws removed by a licensed veterinarian, a standard practice for Yorkshire Terriers to ensure it is done safely.

6. Lifetime Breeder Support: A Commitment to You and Your Yorkie

When you purchase a Yorkshire Terrier from us, you become part of the Essence of Grace Yorkies family. We offer lifetime support to our puppy owners, providing guidance on care, feeding, training, and more. This ongoing relationship ensures that our Yorkie puppies thrive in their new homes, and you have the support you need to raise a happy and healthy companion.

7. Convenient Transportation and Delivery Options

We offer several transportation options to make bringing your new Yorkie home as easy as possible. You can pick up your puppy for free in Southern California, or we can arrange for delivery to your nearest airport or meet halfway for an additional fee. Our goal is to ensure your Yorkie puppy has a smooth and stress-free transition to its new home.

Understanding the Cost of a Well-Bred Yorkshire Terrier

When you consider the time, effort, and resources that go into breeding and raising healthy, well-adjusted Yorkshire Terrier puppies, the price reflects the quality you’re receiving. You are investing in a puppy with a healthy genetic background, an excellent temperament, and a lifetime of love and companionship.

At Essence of Grace Yorkies, we’re passionate about the Yorkshire Terrier breed and are committed to providing families with exceptional puppies. We take pride in our breeding program and believe our puppies represent the best of the breed.

Ready to Welcome a Yorkie Into Your Home?

If you're ready to welcome a Yorkshire Terrier puppy into your family, check out our available puppies or contact us for more information!