Betterthan Chocolate Yorkies

darla g.

Breeder of Yorkshire Terriers

  • Waco, TX
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Meet the breeder

I'm darla g., the breeder behind Betterthan Chocolate Yorkies located in Waco, TX. Our puppies are bred for health and temperament with a focus on alignment with breed standards while enjoying the beauty of the chocolate, black and other color varieties the breed offers We are dedicated to proving families with healthy and loving family pets.

Q. & A. with darla

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include chocolate and tan and parti. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from darla

darla has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, darla partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great pride in placing each puppy with the right family. Puppies are generally placed around 8-9 weeks old.”

Price

Puppy prices include between $1,200 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes APRI/CKC registration if desired,complete health check, first set of vaccinations and puppy pack.”

Contract & health guarantee

darla may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If darla offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to darla directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from darla.

Breeder's location

Meet in Waco, TX

5203 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Dallas Love Field

5128 miles away

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Meet in Hillsboro, TX

5182 miles away

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More about darla

  • darla has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months

    darla was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • darla’s links

darla is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Betterthan Chocolate Yorkies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Betterthan Chocolate Yorkies reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Yorkshire Terriers.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • DNA Disease Panel

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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