I'm Regina C., the breeder behind Gemstone Kennel located in Grafton, WV. My program is built with love, care, and intention from the ground up. My dogs are excellent in the ring AND at home as beloved companions! I don't breed often, but when I do I take great care planning each litter to ensure I am producing puppies that are excellent representations of the breed. The quality of my puppies reflects the conscious decisions I make throughout every part of the breeding process!
Q. & A. with Regina
Why did you start breeding?
Purposeful and ethical breeding is so important for the healthy preservation of the Whippet. I started breeding to not only preserve my own phenomenal bloodlines, but to improve this breed with each litter and do my part to ensure the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come. It has been such a fulfilling journey!
What makes your program special?
My dogs are an integral part of my family and daily life. This creates the ideal environment for puppies. From birth, they grow in a secure, loving environment where they know that they matter to their family -- that they have a purpose. My breeding program stands out because of the personal attention I give to every detail of the journey!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Whippet puppies include blue brindle and fawn brindle. Yorkshire Terrier puppies are black and tan. 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.
Penny
Went home
Female
Sheldon
Went home
Male
Leonard
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Chloe boy
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Chloe girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Allie
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Stella
Went home
Female
Star
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Regina
Regina 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
Connect with Regina to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Regina 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 Regina 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 Regina directly.
Gemstone Kennel 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
Litter and program updates
Regina C.
Program update on 27 Oct. •
Regina C.
Litter update on 12 May •
Teddy and Millie's litter
Regina C.
Litter update on 12 May •
Teddy and Millie's litter
Regina C.
Litter update on 31 Mar. •
Teddy and Parti girl's litter
Parent dogs
Parti girl, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Parti girl
Parti girl is a sweet and playful girl. She is sure to entertain anyone who stops by. She is on the petite side and full of color.
TapTap, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About TapTap
TapTap is a social butterfly.... she absolutely loves everyone she meets.
Figgy, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Figgy
Figgy is a social butterfly. She is incredibly sweet and smiles every time we walk in the house. It doesn't matter if we've been gone for 10 minutes or 2 hours. She is very active if we are outside and always ready to take on the day, but and she is also ready to come in lay on your lap like a baby or on her favorite spot on the back of the couch.
Meadow, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Meadow
Meadow is as pretty as they come and just as sweet. She loves spending time just hanging out . She is lazy by nature. Her favorite thing in the world is puppies, and they do not have to be hers.
Chloe, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Chloe
Chloe is a female Yorkshire Terrier over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Regina decided to make her part of their program. Regina has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Teddy, dad
Yorkshire Terrier
About Teddy
Teddy is a male Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Regina decided to make him part of their program. Regina has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Millie, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Millie
Millie is a female Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Regina decided to make her part of their program. Regina has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Whippet
Yorkshire Terrier
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Gemstone Kennel 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 Whippets.
Hip Dysplasia
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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Regina to bring home their puppies.
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Rosealinda D.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
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Adopting Calvin from Gemstones Tiny Gems Filled the Void Left by Rocky.
Losing my beloved Yorkie, Rocky, after many wonderful years left an emptiness, I couldn't shake. His feisty barks and lap-snuggling ways were irreplaceable, and for weeks, I wandered online, half-heartedly browsing for a spark of joy. Then Calvin kept popping up—those soulful eyes and playful antics in the photos calling to me like a lifeline.
That's when I connected with Gemstones Tiny Gems, and it felt like fate aligning. From our first chat, their passion for ethical breeding shone through: detailed info on genetics, health testing, socialization routines, and a caring home environment where pups like Calvin thrived with toys, human interaction, and top-notch vet care. No upsell, just honest guidance—they even advised on Yorkie-specific needs, like dental health to prevent issues Rocky had faced.
The process was a gentle one: a straightforward contract with lifetime support, and Calvin arriving crate-trained, microchipped, and vetted to perfection. Handover day? Pure magic. He settled in like he'd always been here, chasing shadows and curling up in Rocky's favorite spot—but with his own goofy charm.
A couple of weeks in, Calvin's already mending my heart: endless zoomies, sassy head tilts, and a love that's all his own. He keeps us on our toes and has us laughing nonstop with his pint-sized antics. Gemstones Tiny Gems didn't just sell a puppy; they handed me hope. If you're grieving a fur loss or dreaming of a Yorkie sidekick, this is your sign—reach out. Grateful beyond words.
Cathy T.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
Regina was great! Very responsive ! We are so happy to have met her through good dog! I have the best little Yorkie I could ever have wished for! Very healthy, happy and lovable! Regina has given me a great experience with her knowledge, caring and understanding! I have referred her to several friends for puppies.