Candescent Shetland Sheepdogs

Candace S.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Catawba, NC
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies and older dogs

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1 year old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Candace S., the breeder behind Candescent Shetland Sheepdogs located in Catawba, NC. I have had a passion for dogs my entire life - particuarly for Shelties! I participate reguarly in Conformation dog shows, and have dabbled in agility/rally in the past. I have raised several champions, and many Candescent puppies have gone on to earn titles in various performance sports. I love Shelties for their loyal, affectionate dispositions, as well as their keen intelligence, trainability, and desire to please. I am a member and officer of the Greater Charlotte Shetland Sheepdog Club and I am an AKC Breeder of Merit.

Q. & A. with Candace

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I was raised across the street from a Sheltie and Corgi breeder. After getting married and buying our first home, I wanted to get serious about finding a great dog to show. In 2011, I purchased a dog that would become my first Champion from Tammy Alden and Pauline Brolin of Coastal Shelties. Later, I purchased 2 beautiful bitch puppies (One from Tammy & Polly, the other from Barbara Thompson - Barwood). These 2 girls became the foundation for where I am today. I am so thankful to all the talented Sheltie breeders who helped me get my start in this wonderful breed.

  • What makes your program special?

    We strive to breed healthy dogs, who have passed their genetic health testing to lessen the chance of puppies with genetic disorders known in Shelties. We breed for stable, sweet, and biddable temperaments as well as beautiful faces and correct conformation.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include white and sable, black and white, blue merle and white, black white and tan, and sable and white. 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.

Getting a puppy from Candace

Candace 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppies go to their new homes vet checked, with their first vaccines completed by my veterinarian, and microchipped (AKC Reunite). Companion puppies are sold on limited AKC registration and a non-breeding agreement. I offer a 6 year guarantee for genetic disorders. Deposits are not refundable, but can be moved to a future litter as needed.”

Contract & health guarantee

Candace 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 Candace 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 Candace 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
      • Car rides
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Catawba, NC

304 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport

326 miles away

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Meet in Atlanta, GA

530 miles away

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More about Candace

  • Club memberships

    Candace is a member of Triangle Shetland Sheepdog Club and Greater Charlotte Shetland Sheepdog Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified, Professional Groomer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Candace has been a member of Good Dog for 12 months

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

  • Candace’s links

Candace is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Candescent Shetland Sheepdogs 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Candescent Shetland Sheepdogs 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 Shetland Sheepdogs.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)

    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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)

    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 Candace to bring home their puppies.

  • Bonnie L.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Puppy is doing great very friendly and we just love him. Almost trained to go outside to pee and loves us all and our other sheltie loves him too they play together glad we got him wonderful dog

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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