I'm Georgette F., the breeder behind Caraneal Yorkies located in Warrenton, VA. I have been breeding and showing Yorkshire Terriers at AKC shows for over 45 years. Always focused on preserving the breed standard, health and stable temperaments.
One of my biggest joys is hearing from the families that have dogs bred by me reporting on their joy the dogs bring to their families.
Q. & A. with Georgette
Why did you start breeding?
I received my first puppy as a wedding present, short after that I wanted a second dog I was Refered to an AKC breeder who invited me to a puppy match and shortly there after to a dog show. I started showing my second dog , and have never looked back. I enjoy the activity and love to see good quality, healthy happy dogs with their owners.
What makes your program special?
I have developed a unique type of dogs, small to medium size, proportionate bodies with good quality coats and stable temperaments. All my litters are sired by champions, the mothers are not necessarily champions but most of them are.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are blue and gold. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Georgette
Georgette has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price depends on the size, and the age. The deposit will hold the puppy until the agreed age for pickup, never under 12 weeks of age and often up to 16 weeks. Non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Georgette 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 Georgette 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 Georgette directly.
Caraneal 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Caraneal 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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).