Carolina Dream Standard Poodles and Shihtzu’s
Meet the breeder
I'm Helen C., the breeder behind Carolina Dream Standard Poodles and Shihtzu’s located in Lancaster, SC. We are lifelong dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program. Our dogs have proven to be the greatest companions to our family. We started breeding to contribute to breed betterment and to share smart and loveable puppies with other families.
Q. & A. with Helen
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include black and parti. Shih Tzu puppies include chocolate, black, gold and white, brindle and white, black and white, and brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Getting a puppy from Helen
Helen 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“🐾 About Our Puppies 🐾 At the heart of our home are our beloved Standard Poodles and Shih Tzus, raised with love, care, and dedication. Our puppies grow up in a family environment where they are well-socialized, nurtured, and introduced to the sights and sounds of everyday life. ✨ Standard Poodles – Known for their intelligence, elegance, and hypoallergenic coats, our poodles make loyal companions and excel in both active lifestyles and relaxed family settings. ✨ Shih Tzus – With their sweet, affectionate nature and charming personalities, our Shih Tzus are little bundles of joy who thrive on companionship and love. We are committed to raising healthy, happy puppies who are given the very best start in life. Each puppy receives proper veterinary care, age-appropriate vaccinations, and lots of one-on-one attention to ensure they’re ready to join their forever families. When you take home one of our puppies, you’re not just gaining a pet—you’re welcoming a new family member raised with warmth, kindness, and care. All Deposits are Non Refundable if you change your mind.”
Contract & health guarantee
Helen 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 Helen 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 Helen 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Helen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lancaster, SC
349 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport
326 miles away
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Meet in Charlotte, NC
322 miles away
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More about Helen
Helen has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Helen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Helen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Carolina Dream Standard Poodles and Shihtzu’s 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 health testing
Standard Poodle
Shih Tzu
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Carolina Dream Standard Poodles and Shihtzu’s 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 Standard Poodles.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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.
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.
