Shining Star Yorkies
Meet the breeder
I'm Barbara D., the breeder behind Shining Star Yorkies located in Memphis, TN. All of our puppies are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets for those seeking the best family companion! Our dogs are our companions in every adventure! We decided to start breeding as a way to help other families experience the love and companionship of a dog.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
My mentor is an AKC Judge who has over 60 Champions she had taught me so much about this bred..What makes your program special?
Because my dogs are loved like family an I have my mentors bloodline.. I have earned a wonderful reputation..What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are blue and gold. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Barbara
Barbara has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $300 refundable deposit and $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“It includes AKC reg. Health guarantee, first set of shots an deworming, All my puppies are very socialized.. also food an instructions on feeding.. All my puppies are the same price .. I let the new owner do the microchip..”
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara directly.
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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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Barbara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Memphis, TN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Memphis Airport
Flexible meeting point
Barbara can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Barbara
Club memberships
Barbara is a member of The Yorkshire Terrier Club of America.
Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shining Star 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
Sam, dad
Yorkshire Terrier
About Sam
Blue an Gold color , excellent temperament.. Small ear set.. nice top line ...
Trudy, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Trudy
Trudy is a female Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barbara decided to make her part of their program. Barbara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Shining Star 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).
