Erin, I have several friends involved in Yorkie rescue who I can ask about that group if you can wait a few days. There is a big Yorkie specialty this weekend and they are running a booth there so I won't be able to get a hold of anyone now.
Reputable breeders place their retirees into their forever home with just as much care as they do their puppies. I seriously doubt they would use a third party or rescue. Many rescues will take breeders who are no longer useful to byb's and puppymills to save them from auctions or euthanasia. Some will even pay the breeder or miller which is very controversial. I personally would not adopt from a group that puts money in the pockets of greeders or millers no matter how well intentioned.
Reputable breeders place their retirees into their forever home with just as much care as they do their puppies. I seriously doubt they would use a third party or rescue. Many rescues will take breeders who are no longer useful to byb's and puppymills to save them from auctions or euthanasia. Some will even pay the breeder or miller which is very controversial. I personally would not adopt from a group that puts money in the pockets of greeders or millers no matter how well intentioned.