Yorkshire Terrier Puppies for Sale in Lakeside, FL
Why Yorkies Mean So Much to Us
Yorkshire Terriers, also known as Yorkies, are a breed we really love at The Puppy House. This breed has a beautiful, long, silky coat and sheds very little, which is why it's often recommended for people with allergies. For a dog that typically weighs 7 pounds or less, the Yorkie has a big-dog attitude that can be feisty and bossy. But what truly wins people over is their sweet nature and the deep bond they form with their family. As a bonus, they love to cuddle and stay close all the time. They settle into most family homes with ease. Searching for a reputable Yorkie breeder in the Lakeside, Florida area can be challenging, given how few responsible breeders there are nationwide. For this reason, we're proud to offer our carefully bred Yorkie puppies to families in Lakeside. We want every family to be able to bring home a healthy, well-raised puppy they can count on.
Our Available Yorkie Puppies In Lakeside
What Sets Our Yorkie Puppies Apart
Breeding and raising Yorkies the right way matters to us at The Puppy House. We set our standards well above the basics. All of our adult dogs have been genetically tested and come from strong bloodlines known for great temperaments. Our dogs are well cared for and have plenty of room to run, play, and socialize.
From the start, every puppy goes through Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), a series of gentle handling exercises done in the first few weeks of life. Socialization is another big part of the process, and it lays the groundwork for good behavior and habits as they grow. Our puppies enjoy playing and exploring in the backyard with kids, adults, and our own vaccinated adult dogs. Besides being great socialization, it gives them plenty of exercise.
You're welcome to visit us and pick out your puppy in person if you can. That way, you can see our home, get to know our dogs, and meet us face to face. We take the placement of our Yorkies seriously, and to us it's more than a one-time sale. We love making new friends, staying in touch, and watching our pups grow up in loving homes.
Each puppy receives their first round of vaccinations and a thorough veterinary exam before going home. You can be sure you're bringing home a healthy, happy Yorkie who's ready to become part of your family.
Getting Your Puppy From Sugarcreek to Lakeside, Florida
Families are welcome to pick up in person at the farm by appointment. From Lakeside that means 716 miles on the road and 13 to 15 hours of driving each way, a two day trip for most Floridians. The families who make it come for the visit as much as the puppy, since it's the one way to walk the property, meet the parent dogs, and go over the health records and microchip registration face to face.
Ground transport is what most Florida families use. A professional pet transport service drives the puppy door to door in a climate controlled van, with an individual carrier, a veterinary check before departure, and updates along the way. Transport leaves Sugarcreek on Tuesdays, and Florida runs take two to three days depending on the route and the stops before yours. Florida falls in our regional pricing tier at a flat $350, which is the same fee we charge Pennsylvania and Georgia even though the drive is several times longer. That rate covers Lakeside, , including Fleming Island FL, Oakleaf Plantation FL, Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace FL, and Asbury Lake FL, and any other address in Clay County.
Flight nanny is the answer when you want the puppy home fast. A trained handler carries the puppy in the cabin, never in cargo, and hands it to you at baggage claim. Most of these deliveries finish the same day. For Lakeside, nannies fly into Jacksonville International Airport, and Northeast Florida Regional Airport. 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, plus some flexibility on your end if weather pushes a flight. Cost is quoted per flight rather than by tier. The farther down the peninsula you are, the faster the driving miles pile up, and the extra money can buy back a full day.
Two things about this breed are worth knowing before travel day. A grown Yorkshire Terrier tops out around seven pounds, so the 20 pound in cabin limit is never a problem, and a puppy this small can dip low on blood sugar after a long day of travel. Small frequent meals in the first days home are the fix, and we go over that with you before your puppy leaves. If you're meeting a nanny at an airport in July, park close and get the carrier into air conditioning quickly rather than letting it sit in a hot garage.
Don’t live in Lakeside? Learn more about our delivery to Fleming Island, Oakleaf Plantation, Fruit Cove, Jacksonville, and Palm Valley.