Hardy Kennel
Meet the breeder
I'm April H., the breeder behind Hardy Kennel located in New Albany, MS. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! We’re a small-scale program with a big love of this breed! Our dogs are our passion, and we enjoy spreading the love of our incredible dogs with other individuals and families by responsibly breeding.
Q. & A. with April
What makes your program special?
🐾🤎 🖤 Some Yorkie facts 🖤🤎🐾 They’re all registered/recognized as Yorkshire Terriers, a toy breed. They are not split into groups of teacup, miniature, etc. Average size should be around 7lbs. However just like people- size is not guaranteed. The best we can do is genetic testing (which I do) and pair small parents. “Teacup” as people call the smaller sized pups are very cute and very desired - be mindful- they can also come with more health issues- sugar problems and frailness being the main ones. 🎨 Registered colors 🎨 Tan / blue&gold / blue&tan / black&tan / black&gold *parti* (white) is considered “markings” not a “color” ‼️Yorkies have a thin(?) trachea - so collars are cute - but only for decoration Use a harness for walking to avoid trachea damage. 🦅🦉 eagles/hawks/owls/ birds of prey 🦉🦅 Will absolutely snatch your baby up and fly away with it. Even if you think yours is too heavy- it will try - causing puncture wounds and or be dropped from the air. 👏🏼👏🏼They are not to left unattended outside.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Light Blue
Went homeMale
Gray
Went homeMale
Green
Went homeMale
Hot Pink
Went homeFemale
Purple
Went homeFemale
Blue
Went homeMale
White
Went homeFemale
Orange
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeMale
Lime Green
Went homeFemale
Light Pink
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from April
April 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
Contract & health guarantee
April 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 April 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 April directly.
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
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from April.
Breeder's location
Meet in New Albany, MS
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Memphis Airport
Flexible meeting point
April can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about April
April has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
April was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
April’s links
April is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hardy 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
April H.
Program update on 07 Mar 2025 •
Parent dogs
Lucy, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Lucy
Lucy is a female Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, April decided to make her part of their program. April 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.
Livvie, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Livvie
Livvie is a female Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, April decided to make her part of their program. April 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.
Lola, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Lola
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Parent health testing
Great level
Hardy 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 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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 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.
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.
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).
