Kruz Kennels

Dana L.

Breeder of Yorkshire Terriers

  • Cornelia, GA
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Meet the breeder

I'm Dana L., the breeder behind Kruz Kennels located in Cornelia, GA. Our Yorkie breeding program focuses on health, temperament, and beauty. We produce small, loving, well-socialized puppies. Raised in a loving home, our puppies are happy, healthy, and ready for their new family’s.

Q. & A. with Dana

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I bought my first two breeding pair a little over 8 years ago, I’ve spent countless hours, learning how to better the breed, and heath testing, how to pair up my pairs you name it. This is honestly a passion of mine and I adore my baby’s, and am overjoyed to be choosen to bless you with a Kruz baby to bring your family nothing but pure happiness & bliss!

  • What makes your program special?

    What sets our Yorkie breeding program apart is our dedication to health, temperament, and socialization. We focus on ensuring strong bloodlines and healthy puppies. Raised in a loving home, our Yorkies are well-adjusted, happy, and ready to become loyal companions for their forever families.

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

    Our puppies include chocolate and tan and black and gold. 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 Dana

Dana 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 $2,000 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"Price includes docked tails, up to date on shots & Deworming, socialized puppies! Pee pad trained. Puppies go home with puppy pack & registration papers. My deposits are nonrefundable. They will reserve your puppy and the remainder is due upon pick up."

Contract & health guarantee

Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana 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
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Cornelia, GA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Greenville–Spartanburg Airport (Roger Milliken Field)

Meet in Charlotte, NC

More about Dana

  • Dana has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Dana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Dana’s links

Dana is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Kruz Kennels 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Kruz Kennels 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 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 (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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Dana to bring home their puppies.

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    Bob D.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    The adoption was seamless and Dana was accommodating. Sadie has been settling in well, she is quite the lover dog and an excellent jumper. She loves to explore our yard but doesn't like when a breeze blows leaves towards her, she bolts to one of us. She has taken over the top of the cushions on our love seat and watches out the front door for any activity. We are proud to be her new family.

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    Janika S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2024

    Dana was absolutely AMAZING! She even FaceTimed me with my puppy to confirm that everything was legit. Could not have asked for a better experience purchasing a Yorkie! I am so in LOVE with my puppy, Jazz, and owe it all to Kruz Kennels. If you're looking to purchase a Yorkie, look no further....

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    Angela D.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2023

    Kruz Kennels made finding our new Yorkie baby a wonderful experience. Dana, at Kruz Kennels, was so nice and kind and so patient with me. My family loves our sweet Yorkie so much. She is a part of our family. She goes every eye with us and is spoiled rotten. Thank you, Kruz Kennels for our new family member.

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    Christine W.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2024

    Kruz Kennels are very professional and personable at the same time. They were very caring and helpful through the process. Kruz Kennels puppies receive the best care before they are adopted out and the information is shared with the new family. They even sent our puppy home with the best care package to make sure we had a few essentials while our puppy was adjusting to his new home.

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    Natalee S.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2024

    I could not have asked for a better experience with a breeder. Dana was amazing about sending frequent pics and updates along the way. She is so knowledgeable about yorkies and their care, even gave me her number for any questions I may have. Our baby was fed the finest food from the very beginning. I could tell our baby was loved and cared for like a princess. I would give Kruz Kennels an A+. Definitely would recommend or use in the future!!!

    Felicia C.

    Verified owner · May 2023

    Dana and Tamara was so welcoming and easy to communicate with. Tamara named my fur baby Benji, so I kept the name. He is so awesome and full of life. I love him so.

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