Barkins and Company
- Charlotte, NC
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Rapunzel
8 weeks old · Female
Nemo
8 weeks old · Male
Minnie
8 weeks old · Female
Mickey
8 weeks old · Male
Lilo
8 weeks old · Female
Simba
8 weeks old · Male
Iron Man
10 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Astrid R., the breeder behind Barkins and Company located in Charlotte, NC. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve loved dogs, and that passion goes into raising healthy, well-loved puppies for families to cherish. Every puppy is raised with love, care, and attention to ensure they become happy companions for their forever homes.
Q. & A. with Astrid
Why did you start breeding?
My mom first introduced me to the world of breeding, and over time I discovered the same love and passion for it myself. Continuing this journey means so much to me, and I truly enjoy raising healthy, well-loved puppies and helping them find wonderful forever families.What makes your program special?
What makes this breeding program truly special is the amount of love, care, and dedication that goes into raising each of these furry friends. From day one, they are nurtured like family to ensure they grow into happy, healthy, and well-socialized companions for their future homes.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Goldendoodle puppies include petite, miniature, medium, and standard sizes. Sizes 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.
Grape
Went homeFemale
Strawberry
Went homeFemale
Coconut
Went homeFemale
Lemon
Went homeMale
Cherry
Went homeFemale
Mango
Went homeMale
Coco
Went homeMale
Cookie
Went homeFemale
Spider-Man
Went homeMale
Black Widow
Went homeFemale
Phoenix
Went homeFemale
Thor
Went homeMale
Olaf
ReservedMale
Stitch
ReservedMale
Belle
ReservedFemale
Getting a puppy from Astrid
Astrid 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, Astrid partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“Our matching policy is designed to ensure each puppy is paired with the best possible family. We take time to learn about each family’s lifestyle, preferences, and needs so we can help match them with a puppy whose personality and temperament will be the perfect fit. ”
Price
Contract & health guarantee
Astrid 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 Astrid 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 Astrid 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Astrid.
Breeder's location
Meet in Charlotte, NC
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport
Meet in Frederick, MD
More about Astrid
Astrid has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Astrid was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Astrid is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Barkins and Company 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
Litter and program updates
Astrid R.
Program update on 20 Aug •…✨ The Disney Litter ✨ Introducing our magical Disney Litter! 🏰🐾 This beautiful litter consists of 5 boys and 4 girls, each with their own adorable look and gorgeous red or red-and-white markings. These sweet babies have beautiful fluffy coats, precious teddy-bear faces, and coloring ranging from rich, deep reds to warm tones, with some puppies featuring eye-catching white markings. Meet Mickey, Stitch, Simba, Nemo, Olaf, Minnie, Belle, Lilo, and Rapunzel! ✨Our puppies are raised in our home around our family and children, giving them plenty of love, attention, and exposure to everyday household life from an early age. They will go home up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming, microchipped, with their health/vaccination records, and a 1-year genetic health guarantee. We can’t wait to watch these little Disney babies grow and find their happily-ever-after families! 🏰✨
Astrid R.
Program update on 07 Aug •
Astrid R.
Litter update on 01 Aug •Coco 🐶 🥥
Don and Kandra's litter
Astrid R.
Program update on 30 July •MICRO GOLDENDOODLES
Parent dogs
Brianna, mom
Goldendoodle
About Brianna
Brianna is a beautiful Goldendoodle with a sweet, affectionate personality and a gentle temperament. She is friendly, loving, and enjoys being around people. Brianna has a gorgeous rich red coat with beautiful curls and a classic teddy-bear look. She is a wonderful part of our family and we love the wonderful temperament and beautiful features she brings to her puppies.
Kenya, mom
Goldendoodle
About Kenya
Kenya is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Astrid decided to make her part of their program. Astrid 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.
Sally, mom
Goldendoodle
About Sally
Our girl Sally is a true social butterfly who spreads joy everywhere she goes. She absolutely adores both people and other dogs — especially little ones! With her sweet personality and loving nature, Sally lights up every room she enters. 💕🐶
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.Kandra, mom
Goldendoodle
About Kandra
Kandra is a petite little sweetheart weighing just 12 lbs, but she’s overflowing with love and personality! She has a gentle, affectionate nature and loves staying close to her people. Whether she’s cuddling up for snuggles or happily following you around, Kandra brings warmth and joy everywhere she goes.
Parent health testing
Dachshund
Goldendoodle
Good level
Barkins and Company 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 Dachshunds.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Full Embark 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 Astrid to bring home their puppies.
Lindsay B.
Verified owner · Aug. 2026
Astrid was amazing at helping us find our puppy. She made the process so smooth and was fantastic with communication. It is very clear that training good habits had taken place and our puppy has since transitioned seamlessly into her new home. We could not be happier with her and our vet gave a glowing review. Highly recommend Astrid!
- NK
Nets K.
Verified owner · July 2026
Astrid was absolutely amazing in helping us find the dog of our child's dreams. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, thoughtful, and thorough in preparing our family for bringing home our new puppy. She took the time to answer all of our questions, kept us informed throughout the process, and followed through on every commitment she made. We are absolutely delighted to have our miniature Goldendoodle as part of our family. It gave us great peace of mind knowing that all of her vaccinations and health care were up to date before we picked her up. Astrid's professionalism, care, and dedication made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. We couldn't be happier with our puppy and are so grateful for everything Astrid did to make this such a wonderful experience. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a healthy, well-loved puppy and an exceptional experience.
