Yorkies for Life
- Southfield, MI
- Responds within a few hours
Available puppies
Minky
3 months old · Female
Dani
3 months old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristin Z., the breeder behind Yorkies for Life located in Southfield, MI. As a responsible Yorkie breeder, I focus on health, temperament, and early socialization. My puppies are raised in a nurturing environment with hands-on care, ensuring they are well-prepared to join loving, lifelong homes.
Q. & A. with Kristin
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding when I was searching for a Yorkie and struggled to find a responsible breeder. That experience inspired me to raise my own, focusing on love, care, and well-socialized puppies.What makes your program special?
What sets my breeding apart is the love and attention each puppy receives. Raised in my home, not a kennel, they are socialized daily and treated like family, creating confident, well-adjusted companions.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our 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.
Ralphie
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kristin
Kristin has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Kristin partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“I carefully match each puppy with the right family based on lifestyle, experience, and home environment. My goal is a lifelong, loving placement where both puppy and family are the perfect fit.”
Price
“AKC registration, deworming & vaccinations included.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristin 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 Kristin 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 Kristin 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristin.
Breeder's location
Meet in Southfield, MI
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
More about Kristin
Kristin has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months
Kristin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Kristin’s links
Kristin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Yorkies for Life 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
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Litter update on 30 June •
Benji and Bella's litter
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Litter update on 23 June •Benji and Bella's litter
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Litter update on 23 June •Benji and Bella's litter
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Program update on 21 June •
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Program update on 16 June •
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Litter update on 15 June •Sleeping
Benji and Bella's litter
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Program update on 13 June •Kristin Z.
Litter update on 10 June •Dani 🩷
Benji and Bella's litter
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Parent dogs
Bella, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Bella
Bella is a female Yorkshire Terrier over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristin decided to make her part of their program. Kristin 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
Great level
Yorkies for Life 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kristin to bring home their puppies.
Pat T.
Verified owner · June 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly Recommend – Wonderful Experience with a Truly Professional Breeder! I recently bought my dog from Kristin and I couldn’t be happier with both the puppy and the entire process. From our very first conversation, she was extremely nice, responsive, and professional. She answered every single question I had — and I had a lot! — with patience, kindness, and impressive knowledge. She never made me feel rushed or like I was asking too many questions. She was always quick to reply, provided clear information about the puppy’s health, background, and care needs, and made the whole experience feel supportive and stress-free. It was obvious how much she genuinely cares about her dogs and wants them to go to great homes. If you’re looking for a responsible, ethical breeder who truly stands behind her animals, I highly recommend her without hesitation. I’m so grateful for the puppy I brought home and for the wonderful support I received throughout the process. Thank you so much!
