Yorkle & Friends Pet Salon in Sonora is run by Susan and Len, a husband-and-wife team with solid grooming experience, and they’ve recently brought their daughter into the business after she completed her grooming apprenticeship and formal schooling. The salon has a spa-like feel that actually makes the visit more pleasant for dogs—they’re not just herded in and out. The three of them handle all-breed grooming, from basic nail trims and baths to full styling cuts, and they’re clearly detail-oriented about how dogs leave looking and feeling.

What stands out is how they think about each dog individually. You’re not getting a one-size-fits-all experience. If your dog just needs a bath and cleanup, they’ll do that. If your dog needs a full groom with a specific cut, they have the skills to deliver it. The team focuses on keeping dogs comfortable throughout the process, which matters more than you’d think—some groomers rush through appointments, but here there’s actual attention to what your dog needs rather than treating it like assembly-line work.

Sonora sits in Gold Country, and Yorkle & Friends fits naturally into the community vibe of the area. The space itself is pleasant and welcoming, which means less stress for you when you drop your dog off. The fact that they’ve invested in bringing in trained staff who’ve completed formal grooming education tells you something about their standards—they’re not taking shortcuts on skill or knowledge.

If you’re in the Tuolumne County area with a dog that needs grooming, this is a solid choice where you can actually talk to experienced groomers about what your dog needs. They handle appointments directly, so you can call to discuss your dog’s specific coat type, temperament, or any grooming preferences before booking.