🐾 A Day in the Life of a Yorkie Breeder



🐾 A Day in the Life of a Yorkie Breeder


Posted May 11 | Yorkie Tales Blog – Setareh Yorkies


People often imagine the life of a Yorkie breeder as nonstop snuggles and adorable puppy playtime (and yes, there’s a lot of that)—but there’s also early mornings, late nights, and more loads of laundry than anyone wants to talk about. šŸ˜‚


At Setareh Yorkies, we’re not just breeders—we’re full-time caretakers, trainers, nutritionists, socializers, and professional puppy paparazzi. If you’ve ever wondered what really goes into raising these sweet souls… here’s a little glimpse into our world.


ā˜€ļø 6:30 AM – Morning Wake-Up & Potty Time


Before the coffee even brews, it’s potty break time! Puppies have small bladders, and we stick to a tight schedule to help reinforce early potty training.


The older dogs head out for their morning routine, while the younger ones get cleaned up, pottied on pads, and praised like they just won a medal. Because let’s be honest—when you’re 10 weeks old and nail the potty pad? That’s a big deal.


🧼 7:30 AM – Clean-Up & Feeding Frenzy


Every surface is wiped down, bedding is changed, food bowls are prepped, and fresh water is poured. We prepare tailored meals (with supplements or salmon oil when needed) and monitor feeding habits closely—especially for puppies still weaning or transitioning.


Pro tip: if it’s a bath day, prepare to get wet. Very wet. šŸ’¦


🐾 9:00 AM – Socialization & Training Sessions


This is one of our favorite parts of the day: social time and confidence building!


Depending on the age group, this might include:

  • Leash exposure

  • Crate introduction

  • Gentle brushing

  • Meeting new people or playing with toys

  • Quiet exposure to household sounds (TVs, vacuums, etc.)


The goal? Build brave, well-adjusted pups who are ready to thrive in real homes.


šŸ’» 12:00 PM – Admin Time & Puppy Parent Updates


Emails, vet scheduling, and updating future families with photos or milestone check-ins—it’s all part of the job.


We also use this time to update social media (hi, @setarehyorkies fam!), prep blog content, and document puppy progress for our records.


šŸ• 2:00 PM – Play, Snuggles & Nap Time


Yes, there’s plenty of structured time—but unstructured cuddles and silly playtime matter just as much. Puppies learn how to interact with people, other animals, and their littermates in the most natural way: by being puppies.


Also, naptime is sacred. (And sometimes I sneak one, too. Shhh.)


šŸŒ™ 7:00 PM – Evening Feeding, Wind-Down & One Last Potty Run


Evenings mirror our mornings—dinner, water, play, and cleanup.


We end the day with wind-down routines like calm music, snuggles, and getting everyone settled into their spaces. And yes, bedtime kisses are non-negotiable.


šŸ’› Why It’s Worth It


Being a breeder is joyful and exhausting and beautiful and chaotic all at once. But the moment a puppy meets their forever family—tail wagging, heart open, ready for their new life? It’s pure magic.


We don’t just raise Yorkies.

We raise family members.

And every moment behind the scenes is poured into giving them the very best start.


Thanks for spending the day with us—messy hair, muddy paw prints and all. šŸ’•


With love + a little dog hair on everything,

Written with love by Heather, proud owner of Setareh Yorkies. šŸ¶šŸ’–

For more adorable Yorkie updates, tips, and everything in between, visit us at Setareh Yorkies and be sure to follow our Yorkie adventures on Instagram @setarehyorkies. We can't wait to connect with you and share our love for these sweet pups!

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