Yorkshire Terrier Puppies for Sale in Bettendorf, IA
Learn Why We're Crazy About Yorkies
Yorkshire Terriers, better known as Yorkies, have a special place in our hearts here at The Puppy House. Their coat is long, silky, and beautiful, and because it sheds very little, Yorkies are often recommended for people with allergies. Despite typically weighing 7 pounds or less, Yorkies carry a big-dog attitude that can be feisty and bossy. But what wins people's hearts is their sweet nature and the deep bond they form with their family. Their love of cuddling and staying close all the time is the cherry on top. They slip right into family life in most homes. In the Bettendorf, Iowa area, reputable Yorkie breeders can be tough to find, since there are so few responsible breeders across the country. Because of this, we take great pride in offering our carefully bred Yorkshire Terrier puppies to families in Bettendorf. Every family deserves a healthy, well-raised puppy they can count on.
Our Available Yorkie Puppies In Bettendorf
Why Families Love Our Puppies
At The Puppy House, breeding and raising Yorkies the right way is what we do. For us, the basics are only the starting point. All of our adult dogs are genetically tested, and they come from strong bloodlines known for great temperaments. Every dog here gets great care and has plenty of room to play and socialize.
Our puppies all go through Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), which involves gentle handling exercises in the first few weeks of life. We also make socialization a priority, because it lays the groundwork for good behavior and habits as our puppies grow. They play and explore in the backyard with kids, adults, and our own vaccinated adult dogs. This is a great way for them to socialize, and they get plenty of exercise too.
If you're able to, we'd love for you to visit and choose your puppy in person. That way, you can see our home, meet our dogs, and get to know us face to face. We take placing our Yorkies with families seriously, and it's more than a one-time sale to us. Our favorite part is making new friends, keeping in touch, and watching our pups grow up in loving homes.
Before leaving for their new home, each puppy receives their first round of vaccinations and a thorough veterinary exam. You can rest assured that you're bringing home a healthy, happy Yorkie who's ready to be part of your family.
How Your Yorkie Puppy Travels to Bettendorf, Iowa: Fees and Timing
Home delivery by ground
Bettendorf families choose this more often than anything else, and we would suggest it first. A professional transport service drives the puppy door to door in a custom climate controlled van, with an individual carrier, a veterinary check before departure, and updates from the road. Transport leaves Sugarcreek on Tuesdays. Most families across the country have their puppy in hand within about three days of departure. Iowa is on the shorter side of that since the route runs west along the interstate corridor rather than across the country. Bettendorf sits 468 miles into that run, and the driver works through , including Moline IL, Clinton IA, DeWitt IA, and Park View IA on the same pass, along with any other Scott County address. Cost is a flat $450 for the state, and no airport trip is involved.
Flight nanny
A trained handler carries the puppy in the cabin of a commercial flight and hands it over at baggage claim, never in cargo. Most of these are same day. From Bettendorf, families usually meet the flight at Quad City International Airport, and Southeast Iowa Regional Airport, and because there's no direct route from our corner of Ohio you should plan on a connection. The puppy needs to be at least eight weeks old, under 20 pounds including the carrier, and traveling with a health certificate from a licensed veterinarian. A Yorkshire Terrier clears the weight limit with room to spare at four to seven pounds, so the carrier is comfortable rather than tight. Flight nanny costs more than ground and gets quoted per flight, and weather delays are part of the deal.
Pickup in Sugarcreek
You're welcome to come get the puppy yourself by appointment. Bettendorf is 8 to 10 hours out, so this is a full weekend rather than a day trip, but some families want to see where the puppy was raised and go over the records, microchip registration and guarantee in person. If you're making the drive anyway, that's the best version of the handoff.
Travel comes with one breed specific caution. Very young toy puppies can drop their blood sugar after a stressful stretch or a missed meal, so whichever method you pick, plan on small frequent meals for the first few days at home and keep the first evening quiet. Call or text us at (330) 275-4443 and we'll talk through which option makes sense for Bettendorf.
Don’t live in Bettendorf? Learn more about our delivery to Moline, Clinton, Davenport, Rock Island, and South Moline.