Yorkshire Terrier Puppies for Sale in East St. Louis, IL
Learn the Reasons We Love Yorkies
Yorkshire Terriers, affectionately called Yorkies, have a special place in our hearts at The Puppy House. This breed's gorgeous, long, silky coat sheds very little, so it's often suggested for people with allergies. Yorkies usually tip the scales at 7 pounds or less, yet they have a feisty, bossy, big-dog attitude. But underneath that attitude, what really wins people over is their sweet nature and the deep bond they form with their family. The fact that they love to cuddle and stay close all the time is the icing on the cake. They fit easily into most families. There are very few responsible breeders across the country, so finding reputable Yorkie breeders in the East St. Louis, Illinois area can be difficult. That's why we take real pride in providing our carefully bred Yorkshire Terrier puppies to families in East St. Louis. We're committed to giving every family access to a healthy, well-raised puppy they can rely on.
Our Available Yorkie Puppies In East St. Louis
Learn What Sets Our Puppies Apart
We breed and raise our Yorkies the right way here at The Puppy House. We set our standards well above the basics. We make sure all of our adult dogs are genetically tested and come from strong bloodlines known for great temperaments. Our dogs are well cared for, with 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. Socialization is just as important, and it lays the groundwork for good behavior and habits as they grow. Our puppies get to play and explore in the backyard with kids, adults, and our own vaccinated adult dogs. Besides being great socialization, it gives them plenty of exercise.
Whenever possible, we invite you to visit us and pick out 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 each Yorkie seriously, and we see it as more than a one-time sale. We enjoy making new friends, staying in touch, and seeing our pups grow up in loving homes.
Each puppy has their first round of vaccinations and a full veterinary exam before going home. You can bring your new Yorkie home knowing they're healthy, happy, and ready to be part of your family.
Yorkie Puppy Delivery to East St. Louis, Illinois, and What Each Option Costs
Pickup in Sugarcreek. Collect the puppy yourself, by appointment. From East St. Louis that's 8 to 10 hours each way. Families who make the drive see where the puppy was raised and go over the vaccination records, microchip registration, and health guarantee in person.
Home delivery by ground. Most Illinois families take this option, and it's the one we would suggest for almost any address in St. Clair County. A professional transport service drives the puppy door to door in a climate controlled van, in an individual carrier, with a veterinary check before departure and updates along the way. Transport leaves on Tuesdays. At $350 flat, Illinois sits in our regional tier, and since the state is one of the nearer stops heading west, most families have their puppy within a day or two of departure rather than the full three. East St. Louis comes up 471 miles into the route, and the same van reaches , including St. Louis MO, Granite City IL, Canteen IL, Centreville IL, Washington Park IL, Fairmont City IL, Alorton IL, and Stites IL.
Flight nanny. A handler carries the puppy in the cabin beside them, never in cargo, and hands it over at baggage claim. The usual arrival airports for East St. Louis families are St. Louis Lambert International Airport, and Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport. Nearly all of these trips wrap up inside a day. It costs more than ground transport and gets quoted per flight, since the price depends on the route and the date. The puppy has to be at least eight weeks old and under twenty pounds including the carrier, which no Yorkshire Terrier gets anywhere near, and we arrange the health certificate beforehand. Winter delays are worth planning around if you're flying a puppy into Illinois in January.
We send food along with every puppy. The method, the timing, and the price all get confirmed on a call once a puppy is reserved.
Don’t live in East St. Louis? Learn more about our delivery to St. Louis, Granite City, University City, Collinsville, and St. Clair.