Rick Buterbaugh's Yorkshire Terriers

Rick B.

Breeder of Yorkshire Terriers

  • Allentown, PA · 149 miles away
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Rick B., the breeder behind Rick Buterbaugh's Yorkshire Terriers located in Allentown, PA. My Yorkshire Terriers excel in various performance venues and most importantly in their forever homes as beloved family members. I strive to produce quality puppies for families that are structurally sound, healthy, intuitive, and have wonderful temperaments. There is nothing I love more than finding the perfect home for my pups.

Q. & A. with Rick

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I regularly participate in conformation shows and started breeding to continue and improve upon my prized Yorkshire Terrier line. It is an honor to represent this breed and create opportunities for others to experience the same joy that I've found in raising these wonderful dogs.
  • What makes your program special?

    I focus on breeding excellence. My dogs regularly compete in the show ring and are proven champions. My puppies are bred for health, temperament, and to meet conformation standards.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Rick

Rick 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

Contract & health guarantee

Rick 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 Rick 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 Rick 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
    • 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 Rick.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Allentown, PA

149 miles away

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More about Rick

  • Club memberships

    Rick is a member of Delaware Valley Yorkshire Terrier Club, Inc., Watchung Mountain Yorkshire Terrier Club, and Lehigh Valley Kennel Club.

  • Rick has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Rick was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Rick is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rick Buterbaugh's Yorkshire Terriers 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

Good level

Rick Buterbaugh's Yorkshire Terriers 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.

  • Animal Genetics 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).

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