Carman's Miniature Poodles

Sandy C.

Breeder of Poodles

Meet the breeder

I'm Sandy C., the breeder behind Carman's Miniature Poodles located in Nashville, TN. Our AKC poodles are our pet family. They live in our home and participate in everything we do. Poodles are one of the smartest breeds in the world. Their temperament and being hypoallergenic makes them ideal for all family types, from young children to elderly.

Q. & A. with Sandy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We decided to get into breeding after DNA testing our poodles. We were heartbroken to find that one will likely go blind in the coming years. Puppies were easy to find but very few have available health information. From there we decided that through testing we could help other families have the peace of mind that we didn’t have. Our puppies have the very best start possible.

  • What makes your program special?

    We feel that what makes our puppies special is that they are raised in our home and loved from before they are even born. We exercise the Early Neurological Stimulation and the Early Scent Introduction programs to help give them the very best start possible. We generally only have one litter a year so we are able to focus all of our attention on ensuring they are happy healthy puppies.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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

    Our puppies include apricot and parti. 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 Sandy

Sandy 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 non-refundable deposit and $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes 1 year genetic health guarantee, prepaid AKC limited registration, microchip w/prepaid AKC Reunite, first set of shots minimum, and puppy starter kit. 300.00 deposit with remaining 1700.00 due at time of pick up.”

Contract & health guarantee

Sandy 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 Sandy 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 Sandy 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
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Nashville, TN

558 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)

542 miles away

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More about Sandy

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Sandy has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

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

  • Sandy’s links

Sandy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Carman's Miniature Poodles 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

Good level

Carman's Miniature Poodles 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 Miniature Poodles.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)

    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).

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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.