welcome! good luck finding a "smaller" yorkie = )
you will have to shop around to find something in your price range, dont let that or other people discourage you when it comes to the funds. i dont think its neccessary to make 6 figures to be eligible for a yorkie. i saved for all of mine which were under 700 bucks, and if they need medical attention i can cover it when neccessary. you can also apply for care credit though most vets.
i think some yorkie owners or breeders are overly dramatic about the purchase process of puppies. and telling someone if they cant afford the $1000 price tag look for another breed is rude, and snobby jmo not one person in my family understands why i spendt 650 on each one of mine, which is a lot less then others spend. but i love the breed and i wont let anyone try and talk me out of purchasing one because i dont carry 1000s in the bank. if my dogs need something they get it. its easier to come up with 200-300 for vet care than 1500.00 a dog
good luck
dont let anyone discourage you.
p.s. i saw a yorkie in the va are at very nice cost, pm for details if interested |