The Badass Breeder Method

At Setareh Yorkies, we proudly follow Jeanette Forrey’s Badass Breeder Program from 4E Kennels. When I revamped my breeding program, I was looking for a method that went above and beyond — for both my puppies and the families who welcome them. I wanted my program to stand out in the breeding community and truly make a difference. When I discovered the Badass Breeder Method, I knew I had found the perfect fit.

Healthy Parents, Healthy Puppies

Our journey begins with happy, healthy, well-tempered parents. Every parent dog at Setareh Yorkies:

Has exceptional temperament
Meets breed standards
Passes thorough genetic and physical health testing

Healthy parents are the foundation for healthy puppies — it’s the very first step toward raising exceptional Yorkies.

Early Development: ENS & ESI

From days 3 through 16, every puppy receives:

ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) to boost heart health, stress tolerance, and immunity
ESI (Early Scent Introduction) to enhance scent awareness and confidence

Gentle daily handling and weighing ensure each pup is thriving from the very start

Advanced Curriculum & Confidence Building

At 3 weeks old, we begin:

10-Step Puppy Massage – gradually increasing touch tolerance and adaptability
Exposure to different sights, sounds, textures, and challenges
Confidence-building exercises that encourage problem-solving and independence

Our goal is to empower, not overprotect — preparing our pups for the physical and mental challenges of life.

Temperament Testing

At 60 days old, each puppy takes a 12-point temperament test measuring key traits like:

Confidence & adaptability
Energy level & focus
Social tendencies

This ensures you’re matched with a puppy who truly fits your lifestyle — while honoring the pup’s natural personality. Families receive:

Test videos
Scorecards
Vet check results

Family Connection Before Gotcha Day

Families on our waiting list are invited to a private Facebook group, where they enjoy:

Weekly litter updates
Group photo albums
Individual puppy photos
Live video Q&A sessions

This keeps you connected to your future puppy’s journey from day one.

A Word from Jeanette

“Badass Breeder lays the foundation to creating touch-tolerant dogs with neonatal gentle touch that is respectful and feels good… Ensuring all puppies know the world is safe, people are kind, and dogs are friendly is so important to setting them up for success!”