Carter Family Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Brittney C., the breeder behind Carter Family Retrievers located in Autryville, NC. We hold ourselves to high standards for the integrity of our program. All of our puppies are socialized, nurtured, and loved! We are dedicated to raising the bar for thoughtful breeding with optimal health in mind. We do our best to produce puppies that have the best chance at living long, happy, and healthy lives as your best friend!
Q. & A. with Brittney
What makes your program special?
All OFA testing is performed on our breeding dogs as well as genetic testing.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Shih Tzu puppies include gold, black and white, and gold 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.
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Orange collar
Went homeMale
Blue
Went homeMale
Green collar
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Brittney
Brittney 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 between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC registration, parents have OFA hips, elbows, eyes, heart certifications. Parents also have genetic testing done. Puppies are raised in home with children and other dogs. Very well socialized.”
Contract & health guarantee
Brittney 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 Brittney 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 Brittney 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
- 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Brittney.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Autryville, NC
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
Flexible meeting point
Brittney can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Brittney
Brittney has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Brittney was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Brittney is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Carter Family Retrievers 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 dogs
All breeds
Golden Retriever
Shih Tzu
Kalli, mom
Golden Retriever
About Kalli
Kalli is a female Golden Retriever about 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brittney decided to make her part of their program. Brittney 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.
Rosie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Rosie
Rosie is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brittney decided to make her part of their program. Brittney 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.
Charlie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Charlie
Charlie is a female Golden Retriever about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brittney decided to make her part of their program. Brittney 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.
Parent health testing
Golden Retriever
Shih Tzu
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Carter Family Retrievers 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 Golden Retrievers.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1
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).
