Emerald Coast Yorkies

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Robert N.

Breeder of Yorkshire Terriers

Meet the breeder

I'm Robert N., the breeder behind Emerald Coast Yorkies located in Defuniak Springs, FL. We are a small home-based breeder with high quality dogs that are also highly socialized. Our breeding dogs are part of our family. Our puppies are born and raised in our home. With high quality champion bloodlines, our gorgeous puppies mature in the 4 - 5 pound range. They are highly socialized and ready to become a loving part of your family.

Q. & A. with Robert

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Over thirty years ago, we got our first Yorkie as a pet. We fell in love with the breed. Our next puppy was a female, and we decided to breed with a friend's dog, kind of on a whim. We enjoyed the process so much that we purchased a male dog to breed with. Over the years we have improved the quality of our breeding dogs over the past 25 years.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our breeding program is different from many in that we are a very small operation with only two breeding females and one male. The entire operation is inside our home and the dogs are a part of my family.

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

    Our puppies include parti and black 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 Robert

Robert 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 $250 refundable deposit and between $2,750 - $3,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes a health guarantee, AKC registration, and first round of vaccinations. The deposit is required to maintain a buyer's position on our waiting list. It is refundable if the buyer wishes to remove themselves from the list. The deposit becomes non-refundable when the buyer chooses a puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Robert 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 Robert 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 Robert directly.

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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
      • Socialized with children
      • 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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Defuniak Springs, FL

4819 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport / Eglin Air Force Base

4848 miles away

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More about Robert

  • Robert has been a member of Good Dog for 10 months

    Robert was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Robert’s links

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Robert is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Emerald Coast 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

Emerald Coast 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.

  • 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.