FAQ's - Adopting A Puppy From Nana

When deciding to purchase a Yorkie, you will have many questions, which might include:

How to select a puppy:

You can view pictures of available puppies on this site, my FB page (nanasstaryorkies), AKC puppy finder or CKC puppies pages.  Once you have an idea of a puppy you are interested in please email me at dogwoodcorner@comcast.net, or call/text me at 615-414-0129.  I send weekly updates & pictures to those who put a deposit on a puppy.  After 5-6 weeks, I will arrange visits at a location convenient to those who are seriously considering purchase and/or have placed deposits on puppies. 

How old will my puppy be when it comes home?

8-10 weeks is an average with the norm being 8 weeks.  

How much are your puppies?

 Yorkie puppies are not cheap!  In general, Traditional colored yorkies are between $1700 and $1900.

Chocolate, Sable and other colors not traditional or Parti are between $2000 and $2200.

Parti yorkies are between $2300 and $2500. I’ve researched many sites to be sure my pups are priced in line with other reputable breeders.  Nana’s Star Yorkie puppies will generally be priced between $1700 and $2,500.  Each puppy will be priced on their own individual merit and may not be individually priced before 4 weeks to more accurately determine expected adult size and features. Pricing depends on sex (females cost more), size (those charting to be smaller cost more), Registration type (AKC, CKC or APRI) and physical characteristics.

Occasionally, I may decide to discount the puppies for a short time over holidays.  These discounts are usually only for a short period of time, so if you can find a discount time be sure to act fast! .  

Please check the AVAILABLE PUPPIES page for current prices.

HOW DO I PAY FOR MY PUPPY?

Payment consists of a deposit and final payment.  Deposits (cash, check, or Venmo only) are $300 and will hold your puppy for you until it is ready to go home.  No puppy will be held without a deposit.  Deposits are only refundable until the puppy is 6 weeks old.  Final payments are due upon picking your puppy up and MUST BE IN CASH ONLY.  .

Will my puppy be healthy? 

All puppies come up to date on worming, and shots based on breeder’s vet recommendation; along with a record of the most recent vet visit.  Breeder accepts no responsibility for the health of the puppy once ownership is transferred to the buyer. Buyer is STRONGLY encouraged to schedule an initial vet visit for the puppy with their own vet within the first week of ownership.  

What if I can’t keep my puppy?

If buyer decides for any reason that they cannot keep the puppy, breeder must be notified and given first right of refusal to obtain the dog at a discounted price.

In no instance will the breeder be expected to pay more than 20% of the original cost of the dog.

In no instance is the dog to be given to the Humane Society.

If the dog is to be returned prior to being fully vaccinated, buyer must certify that the puppy has not been exposed to distemper or parvo and has not touched the ground anywhere they may have come in contact with pets or pet waste where unvaccinated dogs may have been. 

Dogs that breeder agrees to take back must return with proof of any vet care or vaccinations given after buyer assumed ownership.  Breeder is not required to accept the dog back, but must be offered first right of refusal according the above statements.

Is there a purchase contract?   

Yes!  The contract contains the information listed on this site and can be provided to Buyers in writing if desired at transfer of the puppy. Buyers should request a paper contract via email before picking up their puppy.   

While these are the most common questions, it is important for you, the buyer, to read the entire contract. Owning any dog, specifically a tiny dog, requires changes to your home and lifestyle. If you are prepared for this wonderful journey, it will be fulfilling and extremely rewarding to you and your new fur-baby. If you cannot make this commitment at this time of your life it is best to wait until you are at a place in your life where you can. There is no judgement as timing is everything!

Please do not hesitate to give me a call if you have any further questions! It is far easier to answer your questions via phone as opposed to email.