Furry Tailz Yorkies

Michele V.

Breeder of Yorkshire Terriers

  • Benton, IL
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies and older dogs

Wren

Ready Oct. 3

7 weeks old · Female

Orion

Ready now

4 months old · Male

Nyla

Ready now

4 months old · Female

Chewy

Ready now

1 year old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Michele V., the breeder behind Furry Tailz Yorkies located in Benton, IL. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! Our focus is to produce the best dogs of the highest quality so that other families can also enjoy the love of a dog. These dogs have proven to be wonderful companions in our lives. It is a privilege to be able to share that love and friendship with others through responsible breeding.

Q. & A. with Michele

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Michele

Michele has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Michele partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in matching each puppy with the right family.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $3,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Dogs come with age appropriate vaccinations and worming. They also come with a puppy kit that includes food, toys, and a blanket with litter mates scent. We also give a one year health guarantee.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michele.

Breeder's location

Meet in Benton, IL

Other pick-up locations

Meet in Airport Township, St. Louis, MO

More about Michele

  • Michele has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Michele was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Michele is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Furry Tailz Yorkies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Furry Tailz 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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Michele to bring home their puppies.

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    Jessica M.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +4

    Michele was amazing from the start of the process. She was incredibly responsive and helpful. She sent weekly pictures and videos after we chose my our newest member of the family. She made our process very easy and was incredibly kind and helpful. She even had a great little surprisw for us to take home with some toys, starter treats and his favorite food. I would strongly recommend working with Michele. We are so lucky to have Reggie as the newest member of our family.

    James M.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

    We had a great experience with Furry Tailz from start to finish. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process, and they were always responsive, helpful, and supportive with any questions we had. Our puppy, who we’ve named Cooper, has been an absolute joy and has quickly become a wonderful part of our family. He has a great temperament, is happy and affectionate, and has adjusted very well to his new home. You can tell that Furry Tailz puts a lot of care into raising their puppies and preparing them for their new families. We really appreciated the communication and support both before and after bringing Cooper home. We couldn’t be happier with him and would definitely recommend Furry Tailz to anyone looking for a Yorkie!

    Kimberly, “Kim” D.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Michele is personable & easy to communicate. She is very responsive & extremely helpful. She answered every question quickly & kindly. You feel like you’ve known her as a friend for years. She was very agreeable to set up a visual call so we could see Miley in action 😂 as we could not visit in person before deciding to purchase this sweet little Yorkie. Michele met us more than half way to pick up Miley and this was extremely helpful as I rarely travel w my health issues. Michele prepared a very thoughtful doggie bag with so many essentials to get us started with Miley. Michele also prepared a thorough folder w essential health info for our records & the new vet. Earlier in this process she sent Miley’s genetic testing profile thru a very easy to follow & understand computer profile. Michele groomed Miley just beautiful for our pick up. She has touched base w us throughout our first week w Miley to answer any questions & b/c she really cares about her doggies as well. Thank you, Michele💜

  • Casey M.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +4

    Michele has been amazing! Very kind, responsive, and has continued to stay in touch. She sent home the sweetest gift basket filled with goodies for our new puppy. We very much could tell that Michele cares deeply for her puppies and that they’re all well cared for. Our little Bianca is the SWEETEST, most darling baby ever! I can’t say enough good things and 100% recommend Michele and her puppies.

    Stephanie T.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

    She was great to deal with and I love my Yorkie Alfie! He is sweet and sneaky and we just love him.

    Sierra S.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Michele was amazing to work with throughout the whole process. We fell in love with our pup the minute we saw pictures of her. Michele made the process of getting her home so easy and not stressful in any way! She really cares about her pups in a way that uncommon with most breeders. Our little one is not only adorable but she is full of personality! Her colors are so unique unlike any other yorkie I have seen! I would recommend Michele to anyone looking to add a loving pup to their family.

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