Essence of Grace Yorkies is located in Southern California, serving families throughout Los Angeles and Orange County.

We place puppies locally and nationwide through:

In-person pickup (public meeting location)

In-cabin flight nanny delivery

Availability changes throughout the year.

Most of our puppies are reserved in advance through our waitlist, and we do not always have puppies available immediately.

If no puppies are currently listed on our Available Puppies page, we encourage you to apply for an upcoming litter.

Our next planned litter is due mid-May 2026, with puppies expected to go home around mid-August 2026.

We also have another litter planned a few months after that.

Because we produce a limited number of litters each year, most puppies are matched with families before they are publicly available.

Wait times depend on gender preference and timing.

Male puppies: approximately 3 to 5 months

Female puppies: approximately 6 to 12+ months

Female puppies are in higher demand and more limited per litter.

Families who are open to either gender may be matched sooner.

Our process is designed to ensure the best match for both puppy and family:

Submit a puppy application

Complete a Zoom or FaceTime interview

Approved families are placed on the waitlist

Puppies are evaluated around 8 weeks of age

Matches are made based on temperament, structure, and fit

Placement is influenced by the date your application is submitted, along with your preferences and overall fit.

While earlier applications are given priority, final placement decisions are based on each puppy’s temperament, structure, and the best long-term match.

Males: $4,000

Females: $4,500

All puppies are placed as companions.

Retired adults, when available, are placed separately depending on the individual.

Most puppies are placed with AKC Limited Registration, meaning they are registered but not intended for breeding or AKC conformation showing.

The majority of our puppies are placed as companions.

On rare occasions, we may consider placing a show or breeding prospect with an experienced, ethical home under specific terms.

We provide a 72-hour window for your puppy to be examined by your veterinarian after going home.

We strongly encourage all families to:

Establish veterinary care immediately

Consider pet insurance for ongoing coverage

We are always available to provide guidance and support throughout your puppy’s life.

Our puppies receive early and ongoing care before going home. This includes:

Tail docking and dewclaw removal at approximately 3 to 5 days after birth

Age-appropriate vaccinations administered by our veterinarian

Routine deworming

A fecal test completed before placement

A veterinary exam prior to going home

AKC Reunite prepaid microchip

Complete veterinary records for your files

Puppies go home at approximately 12 weeks of age.

This allows for proper development, socialization, and smoother transitions into their new homes.

Yes — we offer several safe and convenient delivery options depending on your location.

Local Pickup:
We meet local families at a public location once puppies are ready to go home.

Flight Nanny Delivery:
We offer in-cabin flight nanny delivery throughout the United States. Your puppy will travel safely in-cabin and be hand-delivered to you at your nearest major airport.

Personal Ground Delivery:
For families within driving distance, we may offer personal delivery by car.

Short-distance delivery may be available locally

For longer distances, a delivery fee may apply based on time, travel distance, and gas

If overnight travel is required, lodging may be included as part of the delivery cost

All delivery arrangements are handled individually to ensure a safe and smooth experience for your puppy.

We do not ship puppies in cargo.

For the health and safety of our dogs and puppies, we do not allow in-home visits.

However, we do offer the following options depending on timing and availability:

Available Puppies (8+ Weeks Old):
If we have a puppy that is at least 8 weeks old, has received its first set of vaccinations, and is not yet reserved, families who are still deciding are welcome to meet us at a public location to meet the puppy in person before making a decision.

Early Stage (Before Puppies Are Reserved):
Once puppies are approximately 2 weeks old and thriving, we offer Zoom or FaceTime calls for approved families to view the litter and ask questions.

Meeting the Parents:
We are happy to show parents via video call, even before puppies are born, for families who would like to learn more about our dogs and program.

Most of our puppies are reserved before or shortly after birth, so in-person meetings are only available when we have a puppy currently available.

We absolutely take your preferences into account, including gender, temperament, and lifestyle.

However, placement is influenced by:

Your position on the waitlist

The timing of your application

Your preferences

Each puppy’s individual temperament and structure

Families who are earlier on the waitlist and ready to move forward will have priority when it comes to available puppies.

Our goal is not simply to assign puppies in order, but to ensure the best possible match for both the puppy and the family, setting everyone up for long-term success.

If a family ahead of you has already selected a puppy that matches their preferences, you may be offered the next available puppy or the option to wait for a future litter.

That’s completely okay.

If a puppy isn’t the right fit, you may remain on the waitlist for a future litter.

No.

We do not intentionally breed for “teacup” size. Our focus is on:

Health

Structure

Temperament

Breed standard

From time to time, a puppy may mature on the smaller side, as size can vary naturally within a litter.

However, these puppies are not labeled or marketed as “teacup,” and pricing remains the same regardless of size.

Most of our Yorkshire Terriers mature between 4–7 pounds, though size can vary slightly depending on the pairing.

Yorkshire Terriers are:

Affectionate

Loyal

Intelligent

Confident

Males are often very affectionate and eager to please, while females can be more independent — but personality varies by individual.

Our puppies are raised in our home using a structured, hands-on approach designed to support early development, confidence, and long-term success.

From an early age, we implement:

Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and Early Scent Introduction (ESI) from approximately days 3–16 after birth, helping to promote resilience, confidence, and stronger developmental outcomes

Puppies are raised with their mother full-time and remain in our care until approximately 12 weeks of age

During the early weeks, puppies are kept in a clean, safe whelping and playpen environment until they begin walking

As they grow, they are gradually introduced to supervised free roam in our home to build confidence and familiarity with a household environment

Puppies are exposed to everyday sights, sounds, and handling, including grooming routines, different surfaces, and human interaction

We also introduce car rides and new environments to help prepare them for real-life transitions

For safety, puppies remain in structured playpen areas when not being directly supervised.

This intentional approach helps ensure our puppies leave us as confident, well-adjusted companions with a strong foundation for their new homes.

We do not offer trial periods.

Bringing a puppy home is a long-term commitment, and we ask that all families are fully prepared before moving forward.

However, if at any point you are unable to keep your dog, we will always take them back to ensure they are properly cared for.

We do not offer refunds for returned dogs, as our priority is the lifelong well-being and stability of each dog we place.

Yes — we provide lifetime breeder support to all of our families.

We are always available to offer guidance, answer questions, and provide advice on topics such as feeding, behavior, grooming, and general care. We also love receiving updates and seeing how our puppies are doing in their new homes.

Our support is intended to help you feel confident and supported as a dog owner, but it does not include covering veterinary expenses or ongoing costs associated with your dog’s care.

Yes, we do place puppies and retired adults in Hawaii. However, Hawaii is a rabies-free state and has very strict animal import requirements that differ significantly from mainland placements.

Hawaii placements require a rabies vaccination sequence, FAVN rabies titer testing, mandatory waiting periods, and government paperwork. Because of this process, a puppy will remain with us for an extended period—typically 5–6 months, and in some cases closer to 6–7 months, before travel is approved.

During this time, weekly boarding is required, and optional board-and-train services may be added if desired. Hawaii-specific veterinary costs and extended care fees are in addition to the puppy’s purchase price.

For full transparency—including timeline, costs, and direct-release options—please review our Hawaii Puppy & Retired Adult Placement Guide before applying.

Bringing home a puppy is a long-term commitment that requires time, patience, and consistency.

Our puppies are raised with a strong foundation, but like all young dogs, they will still need:

Ongoing training

Structure and routine

Time to adjust to a new environment

We are happy to guide you through this process, but families should be prepared for the responsibility that comes with raising a puppy.

We do not guarantee adult size, color, or coat, as these can vary with development and genetics.