I'm the breeder behind Vargas De Rioja Yorkies located in Ogden, UT. Our dogs are bred conforming to the standards of the breed for predictability, soundness, healthy Yorkies and happy families.
Erica’s certifications & recognitions
Professional Groomer
Erica 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Puppy prices range from $2,200 - $2,400 and include a non-refundable deposit of $250.
“30 days health guarantee, vaccinations, deworming and take me home kit.”
Erica 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 Erica 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 Erica directly.
Certified Good Dog Breeders put a lot of care into raising well-rounded puppies, often focusing on early training and socialization with children and other animals. While Vargas De Rioja Yorkies hasn’t shared details here about their specific practices yet, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about how they prepare their puppies to go home.
All puppies are vaccinated and have their health checks before leaving their mom.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Vargas De Rioja Yorkies hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
Erica offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Erica has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Erica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Erica’s program includes two colors
Erica’s Yorkshire Terrier puppies include parti and black and gold. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Vargas De Rioja Yorkies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
About Neska
Neska is a female Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erica decided to make her part of their program. Erica 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.
Yorkshire Terrier
About Txiko
Txiko is a male Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Erica decided to make him part of their program. Erica 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.
Yorkshire Terrier
Great level
Vargas De Rioja Yorkies 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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).