Please read the information on my site, and you will have most of your questions answered. I have over 36 years exclusive experience with Yorkies. Education is so important for everything that we want to accomplish in our lives. Responsible breeders spend time learning BEFORE breeding. Serious Yorkie breeders do not want their bloodlines in the wrong hands. I've spent years of dedication and hard work which could be destroyed in one generation. My pet puppies are to be loved, not bred. They come with AKC limited registration. The Happy Families page has actual letters of reference and photos we've received from our clients over the years, for your enjoyment. My reasonable prices reflect the fact that I live on a horse farm in the country. I know it is more difficult to see my puppies than going to the mall pet store. Our puppies high quality and personality make it well worth the effort. Many of our clients purchase their puppies from us by internet. Please be sure to mention it, if you want a dog of breeding or show quality. My puppies are Always AKC Registered , with a 1 year life-threatening inherited defect health guarantee. |
| Yes, Mom, we are asleep... You often can't see pictures of parents of the pup you buy. We are proud of our sweet parents. They are pictured throughout my site. |
Yorkshire terriers are energetic toy dogs with big-dog attitudes. This tiny dog with an alert, engaging personality and dauntless courage has endeared himself to us and to our clients everywhere. His qualities as a family dog and companion are unsurpassed for he has great intelligence, a readiness to accept training and the fearlessness and tenacity of a dog many times his size. In our age of condensed living, the Yorkie has the obvious advantage of his small size, and his hypo allergenic, non-shedding coat, making him an excellent choice for pet lovers. Weight not to exceed 7 lbs for an AKC Show Dog. Larger Yorkies are considered pets. |
| Here's Tuffy and Rosies son, Little Bit |
| Tuffys oldest son -Pancake- at almost One Yr old! He lives in California. |
This is Tuffy traveling with us in Tennessee, as a puppy, and pictured grown below. He was so sweet and had an adorable face! Someone even used his picture from my site to illustrate a beautiful Yorkie on Wikipedia! I'm flattered. |
| FAQ: Why Buy a high quality Yorkie? Think of us as the SAFE place to buy a Yorkie puppy. In my 36 years experience, I've heard so many sad stories of dishonest people in the puppy business. Check my Happy Families page for many actual happy letters and photos from my clients. There are currently alot of scams about inexpensive (cheap) Yorkies. Dont send your money to them! My puppies often live 15 years or more. Their quality makes them worth the cost up front. I also find ads in local papers for cheap Yorkies- $400 or $500- often with CKC or APRI registration. Puppy mills often operate with those registries. I just can't respect the CKC registry when all it takes are two people who agree that it LOOKS like a Yorkie, to register it with CKC. It's like everything else. You get what you pay for. If you buy a cheap Yorkie, you may end up paying many times over for the Vet bills on serious health issues like heart or liver, later in its life. Liver shunt operations run $5,000, and heart problems can cost your pets life. Often, "Teacup" Yorkies are also a big health risk. Dishonest breeders, who only breed for tiny size (and the higher price), sacrifice health and the intelligent Yorkie personality and looks- just for the teacup nickname. My puppies come with a written health guarantee. A.K.C. registry is higher quality. Puppies from AKC bloodlines tend to cost more than pups from other registries. This is because the AKC, which is the oldest, most respected dog registry around, has rigid standards their breeders adhere to. The purity of your chosen breed tends to be better protected with AKC compared to any of the other registries. I am AKC Inspected and Approved. My studs are DNA tested and proven, and careful pedigree records are kept. Our clients often tell us that you can see the difference in QUALITY. They have shopped around, and they notice how pretty, healthy, and happy my puppies are. These are Yorkies to be proud of! Its always nice to have a good recommendation from happy clients. Taters new owner is a radio personality or DJ. We appreciate her kind comments on the air about us and our puppies! Tater was one of our larger pet puppies and fit into her home with two Great Danes perfectly |
FAQ's: Why do I prefer emails? I do appreciate emails instead of phone calls. I can answer them when I have time after working with my children, the horses, the Yorkie moms, or cooking for them, or delivering and socializing puppies... usually late at night, when the house is quiet. Please be certain your email address is CORRECT so I can reply to your questions. We get alot of emails and it helps me to answer yours quickly. If I called everyone, my phone bill would be terrible. If everyone called me, I would never get my work done. Let us know what you are looking for in a puppy - one to breed, or show, or a companion- and we will do our best to find a suitable match. |
Buyer Beware! "Teacup Sized Yorkies" of under 3 lbs. as an adult can be very difficult to raise. Low blood sugar, heart murmurs and liver shunt problems should be tested for and checked during their early life. My Vet says 33% of Yorkies will have these problems. They are NOT for the inexperienced dog owner at this tiny size. We try not to have these tiny, frail puppies. They are certainly not something desirable. Many dishonest breeders even charge MORE for them! Read the AKC standard for Yorkies. There is no such thing as a miniature or teacup Yorkie. It's a scam to charge more. We have been very blessed not to have experienced these serious health problems in our bloodlines, but be warned that they do exist! |
| Casey, at work in South Georgia |
| Ayana and her boy, Napoleon, Nalas son, live in Atlanta |
Here is Zinnia at our pond. My kids and grand kids have been raised to respect animals. Its great that they love Yorkies too. |
| Ninja, Henri, and Dida, three Yorkies of my bloodlines, in Washington state. How in the world did she get them all to be still? |
| Sweetie in Tallahassee, Florida |
| Tater at 3 months old |
| Isabella, of New York. |
Scout of Jacksonville, Florida
North Carolina
Tampa, Florida
Nala
Rosie and a kitten
| AKC Yorkie Puppies for Sale NEWS FLASH: Moms Expecting are Queen and Buttercup. $1000 each puppy. Both due first week in February. I've raised Yorkies for 37 years. My litters usually sell out quickly. I combine my old fashioned healthy AKC lines with newer top notch Show Champions. My Yorkies usually live about 15 years, and are beautiful, intelligent little dogs. Please read "Why Choose Males" article below to make the best choice. They are a great investment for your family. A $200 Non Refundable deposit will hold your choice of puppy by sex, coloring and size (like lightest color boy, or smallest girl, etc.). It will be marked sold and held especially for you! FOR YOUR DEPOSIT: I take a Wal Mart Money Gram, or Western Union for the $200 deposit. I do live on a horse farm in south Georgia, so my price is a bargain for this quality and pedigree AKC Yorkshire Terrier. My puppies have their tails docked and dewclaws removed around three days old. I provide a written health guarantee and AKC pet registration. They have their age appropriate shots, when they go home with you. Air Cargo Shipping in warm weather totals $425 extra and usually includes air fare, microchip, crate,Vet health Certificate. We can meet you at airport so you can take your pup home, inside the passenger compartment in winter. That only costs about $100 for pets ticket. We don't ship air cargo in winter, due to freezing temperatures. |
Max
| Smartie Pants, 3 1/2 lbs, to left, has a beautiful silky coat and small ears. Max to right is darker blue with alot of show Champions in his pedigree |
| Tater and Pocket all grown up |
| AKC Facts The Yorkshire Terrier, fondly called the "Yorkie" by millions of enthusiasts, has overtaken the Golden Retriever and the iconic German Shepherd to become the SECOND most popular purebred dog in America according to 2008 & 2010 AKC registration figures ! Over the last decade AKC data has pointed to a rise in popularity of smaller breeds. However, not since the Boston Terrier nearly 70 years ago has such a small dog achieved such notable status. The popularity of the Yorkie indicates that dog enthusiasts are doing their research and choosing a portable, pint-sized breed which fits the fast-paced lifestyle of many modern dog owners |
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| Here is his baby doll, Gnocchi, 3 lbs. -'08 teacup sized puppy from Ninja. |
| babydoll girl SOLD to Elena in Bogota, Columbia |
| "I read this and I have to agree- it is so true! I had to print it for you." FAQ: WHY CHOOSE MALES? "This opinion was taken from a dog breeder with many years experience. Not every thing written here is a fact- just an opinion ... a little food for thought! Many people believe that female Yorkies make better pets...female preference seems to be ingrained in these people. Most of my calls for pet dogs have people wanting a 'sweet girl'. They think they are more docile and attentive and do not participate in fighting over dominance. Well folks, this is not always true. In the dog pack makeup, females usually rule the roost. The females are more independent, stubborn, and territorial than their male counterparts. The females are also more intent upon exercising their dominance. Males, on the other hand, are usually affectionate, exuberant, attentive, and more demanding of attention. They are very attached to their people. They also tend to be more steadfast, reliable, and less moody. They are more outgoing, more accepting of other pets, and take quickly to children. Most boys are easily motivated by food (how true!!) and praise, and so eager to please that training is easy. However, males can be more easily distracted during training, as males like to play so often. And no matter what age, he is more likely to act silly and more puppy-like, always wanting to play games. The difference between sizes and sexes is minimal, if bred correctly. Neutered males can exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as 'humping', or 'marking' and lifting of legs. But once the testosterone levels recede after neutering, most of these behaviors will disappear. Boys who were neutered early (by 5 months of age) usually don't ever raise their leg to urinate. The female will usually come to you for attention. When she's had enough, she will move away, while boys are always waiting for your attention and near at hand. She is much more prone to mood swings. One day she may be sweet and affectionate-the next day reserved and withdrawn, or even grumpy. The female also has periods of being 'in heat' unless she is spayed. Seasonal heats can be a problem- not just for the female, but you and every male dog in the neighborhood. If you are not breeding, you'd be best off to have her spayed, since during this time she can leave a bloody discharge on carpets, couches, or anywhere she goes. A walk outside during this period can become hazardous if male dogs are in the vicinity, and she will leave a 'scent' for wandering intact males to follow right to your yard, where they will hang out, and 'wait' for days." |
Princess Miley lives
in Washington state
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| FAQ: Are Yorkies easy to train? My Yorkshire Terriers are intelligent dogs. According to Dr. Stanley Coren, an expert on animal intelligence, the Yorkshire Terrier is an above average working dog, ranking 27th out of the 132 breeds tested. His research found that an average Yorkshire Terrier could understand a new command after approximately 15 repetitions and would obey a command the first time it was given 70% of the time or better. This capacity as working dogs enables Yorkies to excel in sports like obedience and agility, which require the dog to understand communication from the handler and carry out a complex series of commands. Additionally, Yorkies learn to recognize numerous words and can be taught to distinguish and fetch separate toys in a box by their names. My first Yorkie, Sassy, knew at least 25 different words. That made it hard to sneak anything past her! (yumm...spaghetti!) She did excel in Obedience classes against many larger breeds. |
| Jasmine is a doll!!!! She is very playful and eating well. Our kitten and her are getting along fine. Jasmine had two great nights, she walked out of her crate and did her business on paper like a good girl. Our vet checked her out and everything is fine. We all love her very much. Thank you for caring for her so well. We will send pictures soon. Thanks for everything, Stacey - a Buttercup daughter |
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| Jasmine and her mom Rosie |
| Coco above and below on vacation in Tennessee '08 |
| Tuffys son, Lil Bit in Georgia |
| Oliver is Tuffy and Kias 3 1/2 lb. son. |
| FAQ: How old are my puppies when they go home? This info is taken directly from AKCs own site: "Many animal behaviorists agree that socialization reaches its peak at the 49th day (7 weeks). At 8 to 9 weeks, the pup can go to his new owner and home. (If you choose a good breeder,) He has received human contact and love. He has been exposed to different environments and house breaking. Now the breeder can choose with confidence their pup for future breeding and showing. And they can place the puppies they choose to sell according to their temperaments in homes with new owners. Different personalities will match different homes and families. The individual attention, interaction and love that puppies receive during their first seven weeks are invaluable and will reap lifetimes of rewards." My puppies are healthy and not prone to hypoglycemia, etc. as some pet store and backyard breeders puppies are. One of the best Yorkies I ever bought, I got when she was 5 weeks old- so smart and bonded with her people. My puppies often go home around 8 weeks with great success, as you will read on the Happy Families page. |
Smartie Pants
| Which Dog Food do I use? Lifes Abundance! After trying many premium dog foods over my 37 years experience, I've finally found a Health Food for dogs which helps my dogs live healthier, longer lives! I hear news reports of Grape Seed extract curing cancers, or Omega 3 making smarter puppies, and think "Wow! Thats in my dog food." I recommend and use Lifes Abundance for dogs. I can help you have it shipped to your home at wholesale prices. PS. They've never been recalled! Theres another recall on pet foods with over a hundred brands recalled! Aug. 2010 Natural, Organic * No Chemical Preservatives* No By-products * Feed 50% less * Reduce Vet Costs *Human Grade Food * Home Delivered Wholesale Prices. Ask me about it, if you're interested. See how your current brand compares to L.A. on their site. Click purple text link below |
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Our Mia
| Gubbys three adorable Yorkie kids- '09 |
| Jeffers Pet Link When ordering pet items like beds, crates, collars, treats, etc... I use Jeffers. Below is a link to their site. Their prices are great and their service is always friendly, with quick delivery. I hope you will use this link when shopping for your pet needs. Use promo code- Carter Yorkies. |
| It's been a long wait but well worth it! Miley is perfect and we love her so much. She loves to play and she did eat and drink for us. She is so good and cute. Thank you so much. I cant express to you how much we love her and how exact she is to the puppy we searched for months if not longer. She looks just like the ones that cost $5,000.00 and up! We are so happy with our purchase. She seems so healthy and happy and full of energy. She hops every where. You have no idea how happy you have made our family!!! Thank you for our new member of our family. Thanks a million Kellie and Greg in Washington- Sophia and Smartie Pants' daughter |
| Heres what her new owners have to say: Just wanted to update you on Chrissy's status. She has eaten and drank water all day today. We have enjoyed her so much. She is so playful and has a wonderful personality. I appreciate your earlier email with the information. It was very helpful. I will email you and let you know how she is doing. Again, thank you so much. She is such a joy! Jim in Georgia |
| Tootsies very small (teacup) Yorkie puppies last year. One went to Kansas and the other to Homestead, Florida. |
| My daughter camping in North Carolina |
| FAQ: Why are my AKC registered Yorkies special? An AKC puppy is worth more than one from other registries. A.K.C. registration is the oldest, most respected registry. It is the one registry which has higher quality dogs. AKC has strict requirements which I follow. My Yorkies are AKC Inspected and Approved. My studs are DNA tested and have Champion pedigrees, too. Other registries like CKC and APRI were invented to help backyard breeders and puppy mills fool their customers. Remember... "You get what you pay for". You can be sure of a friendly, high quality puppy from us. |
| Nalas puppies in Savannah, Georgia. Bella and Oliver are both Carter Yorkies... My daughter, Mason (10), loves to teach Oliver new tricks. Oliver is a year and a half and he has such a great personality. He is bell trained to let us know when he wants to go outside. He is a really smart dog. ~Melinda and Mason |
| "We are in love w/ Rudy. He sleeps w/ Danny, Murphy and me. He is doing great w/ potty training. Shortly after we got Rudy, I was diagnosed w/ cancer and had to have surgeries. We are thankful it was discovered and it's out. Rudy is my little sunshine. He chases the cat, Mayberry, and squeals when she hisses. He is just full of love and has no fear. We named him Rudolph Braveheart when we reg. him. Murphy LOVES him and vice versa.They go to work w/ us. Starting to get him to sit and stay. He is very ,very smart. Thanks for doing such a good job. Sorry I haven't written, but have been giving my energy to Rudy or been w/ doctors. I'm on the mend now and thank God everyday for what He has done for me. Hope all is well w/ you." Vicki Thanks so much, Vicki. I've already said a prayer for your full recovery. |
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| Hi Lisa, Just wanted to let you know that our Snookie is adorable. She’s all ears and soooo cute. We are having so much fun with her. I will send a picture soon. She has the cutest personality, rarely barks and is just precious. I’ ve given your name and web site to lots! I wanted to tell you too, that when she gives me love, she makes the cutest little sounds. She loves me most but gets excited when each of the girls walk in the room. Our Vet even wants her! Thanks, Janie R. 2010 |
| Tootsie |
| Hi Lisa, I wanted to send you an updated photo of Mylee. She is the daughter of Piper and Smartie (Piper's first baby). We all love her so much and can't imagine what we did without her. She passed her obedience classes too. Thank you for such a wonderful puppy!!! Kevin |
| Coco and Rileys Christmas card for 2011 |
| Roxies 3 new girls SOLD My puppies get reserved early! |
Mylees Christmas dress
| Rudys custom made Santa suit. |
