Meet Cheryl and John – The Story Behind Parti Yorkies of the Grove

I’ve been an animal lover my entire life, and my passion for dogs started when I was just 11 years old. That’s when I began working with obedience training, which sparked a lifelong journey. My first job was as a veterinary assistant, which gave me invaluable experience, and later I became a professional dog groomer—a career I’ve enjoyed for over 30 years. For the past 18 years, I’ve owned and operated my own grooming shop. For 22 years, I raised and bred Golden Retrievers, a breed I absolutely adored and that was perfect for our family during those years. Now that my husband, John, and I are getting older, we wanted a smaller family pet—something more of a lap dog but with a big personality. That’s when I fell in love with Yorkies. I’d always admired them as a groomer, and they’ve truly exceeded our expectations with their fun, feisty spirits and big-dog personalities in little bodies.

We’ve been raising Yorkies since 2018. Although it’s time-consuming and requires plenty of work, I truly love my time with all of them. John, my husband, has also been passionate about animals his whole life. He’s raised and shown pigeons since he was a young boy and has passed this tradition on to our daughters, who now raise and show pigeons themselves. Together, we share a deep love for animals and are dedicated to raising our Yorkies as beloved family pets while ensuring they meet AKC standards. For us, quality breeding and the well-being of our dogs are of the utmost importance. We’re thrilled to share the joy of Yorkies with other families who love them as much as we do.