I'm Andrea N., the breeder behind Curls & Paws Canines located in Mifflintown, PA. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! Each of our dogs has brought so much happiness to us throughout their lives. We want to do our part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and we strive to provide each of our puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.
Q. & A. with Andrea
Why did you start breeding?
Looking at the downside of unfortunately so many breeders and their practices, I wanted to step in and help raise the bar, for the love of my dogs and all. And I love dogs, so the more I have living life with me, the better!😁
What makes your program special?
Each puppy is anticipated and anxiously awaited from the very beginning. Our dogs and puppies are loved genuinely by us and receive lots of love and hours and hours of our time. Before each puppy goes to your home, they are being worked with for crate training and house training. They also each get a blanket, stuffed toy to sleep with, a collar, a small bag of dog food as well as recommendations for training, food, etc. and are up to date on vaccines and vet checked. We strive to help give every puppy the best and most comfortable beginning in their new home!
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Shihpoo puppies are mini size. Assorted Doodle Crosses puppies include petite and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Shih Tzu puppies include black, brindle and white, white, and black and white. Shihpoo puppies include red and white, red, brindle and white, black and white, and black. Assorted Doodle Crosses puppies include white, red, and cream. 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.
Finley
Reserved
Male
Fern
Reserved
Female
Fia
Reserved
Female
Frankie
Reserved
Male
Freddie
Reserved
Male
Kinsley
Went home
Female
Kelli
Went home
Female
Kita
Went home
Female
Kora
Went home
Female
Kenzo
Went home
Male
Kenya
Went home
Female
Tesla
Went home
Female
Trace
Went home
Male
Tiago
Went home
Male
Trisha
Went home
Female
Candy
Went home
Female
Claire
Went home
Female
Cruz
Went home
Male
Calla
Went home
Female
Chaz
Went home
Male
Lexo
Went home
Male
Lincoln
Went home
Male
Lily
Went home
Female
Lexi
Went home
Female
Laydon
Went home
Male
Leo
Went home
Male
Ash
Went home
Male
Art
Went home
Male
Abbie
Went home
Female
Allie
Went home
Female
Annie
Went home
Female
Addie
Went home
Female
Alex
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Andrea
Andrea 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 between $1,200 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes, health guarantee, registration papers(if apply) up to date vaccines, up to date wormer, small bag of puppy food, a cute collar, a fuzzy blanket, a stuffed animal to sleep with, recommendations for food, etc and links and/or books for info on the breed, training, etc.”
Contract & health guarantee
Andrea 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 Andrea 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 Andrea directly.
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
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Initial potty training
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Andrea.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Mifflintown, PA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at State College Airport
Meet in Winchester, VA
More about Andrea
Andrea has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Andrea was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Andrea is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Curls & Paws Canines 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
Andrea N.
Litter update on 19 Dec. •
The puppies did wonderful at their vet exam yesterday! They drew quite the crowd of staff and other pet owners, with lots of snuggles and kisses! And there is no wonder, with such cute little faces😍❤️ all puppies are in great health!
They begin going home the day after Christmas.
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Litter update on 11 Dec. •
🤣🤣if Frankie is there, get ready for a good laugh! He is a real comedian 😂
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Litter update on 11 Dec. •
Freddie is a bundle of pure joy and fun! He is inquisitive and enjoys learning. Where's the party and fun? Freddie is sure to be there!😅
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Litter update on 11 Dec. •
Finley is super fuzzy and cuddly! He loves meeting new people and is my lil sidekick, always wanting attention and adores being with me!😍
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Program update on 11 Dec. •
Fern is a big girl, super playful and is always ready for a fun game! "Ruff, why is everyone napping...let's play!!!"🐕
Andrea N.
Litter update on 11 Dec. •
That tiny face is so kissable! Fia is petite, but has plenty of personality to make up for it! She knows how to make expressions to sway your feelings(no matter what the situation! LoL😅🥰
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Litter update on 11 Dec. •
The puppies are eating soft Purina Pro Plan Shredded chicken and Rice(teal bag). You should feed your puppy this kind for at least 4 weeks after coming home. Why? To avoid as many stressful changes for them as possible. Then, if you wish to switch to another kind, do it slowly and be sure to feed a high quality food with high protein content.
🐾🐶🐾the puppies have a photo shoot planned for this afternoon...stay tuned for the updates soon!
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Litter update on 09 Dec. •
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Litter update on 09 Dec. •
What a big day!
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Andrea N.
Litter update on 09 Dec. •
Roscoe and Holly's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Poodle
Shih Tzu
Bichon Frise
Roscoe, dad
Poodle
About Roscoe
Roscoe is just full of life, and his eyes sparkle with mischief. He loves teasing his playmates and playing with the children. He is super good with children and even lets them play dolly with him, including clothes and diapers😅
Holly, mom
Shih Tzu
About Holly
Holly Dolly(nickname) is just the sweetest girl you ever met. Everyone falls in love with her right away, even those that claim they never cared for her breed! She love running and playing with her playmates and being held and rubbed behind her ears. Her offspring are sure to have her same personality!😍
Chloe, mom
Bichon Frise
About Chloe
Chloe is an energetic, 13 pound purebred Bichon Frise that loves with fervor, covering everyone in kisses. She loves playing with her playmates all day and is an impressively wonderful mommy.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Andrea to bring home their puppies.
Yesenia V.
Verified owner · July 2025
Andrea was very proactive, transparent, and communicative throughout the whole process. She made everything simple and was very thoughtful in making sure my puppy had a smooth transition to her new home. I could not recommend her enough!
Noel L.
Verified owner · July 2025
Andrea was kind, knowledgeable, and caring throughout our entire process. She was so responsive to any questions I had and answered quickly. We feel so blessed to have found her!
We fell in love with Emmy right away and soon before pick up for her we started to feel a strong pull to get her brother "Eric" as well. We got to pick up day and ended up taking both of them🩷🩵
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Sharon B.
Verified owner · July 2025
Thank you, Andrea, for providing our family a beautiful and healthy puppy! Communication was a breeze and I was able to drive to meet our little guy prior to choosing who would be the best fit for the family. We were provided updates with pictures and/or videos weekly and even a few extras when I was so excited and needed more. Andrea met me half way for delivery, which was a nice option, and we made our way to the vet that day for a check up. I knew we were in good shape when the Vet said “good” after each area he checked out…a perfectly healthy baby boy💙 Thanks for making the process so easy and we’ll be sure to keep you up to date through the years with pictures!
Maryssa C.
Verified owner · July 2025
+4
We are so grateful to have found Andrea with Curls & Paws Canine! From the very beginning, it was clear how deeply she cares for her dogs and how much time and love she puts into raising her puppies. Andrea truly cares about doing things the right way, she raises her pups with so much love and responsibility, and that was exactly what we were looking for.
The communication throughout the entire process was amazing. Andrea was responsive, knowledgeable, and always open to answering any questions we had. She kept a detailed and updated log of Ellis from the day he was born all the way until we brought him home, which meant the world to us.
Pick-up day was smooth and stress-free. Andrea met us at a safe public location, took the time to go over everything we needed to know about Ellis, and sent us off feeling confident and supported.
Ellis has been adjusting wonderfully! He’s playful, affectionate, and loves to snuggle right up in your lap. He’s already doing great with potty training both outside and on pee pads and he’s getting along beautifully with his new fur sister.
After recently losing our 17-year-old Shih-Poo, we couldn’t have asked for a more positive experience. Andrea made everything feel safe, loving, and professional. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reputable and caring breeder. She’s truly one of a kind!
Maryssa & Lee Ann
Deborah C.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
**Review for Andrea the Breeder and GoodDog App**
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
As a retired couple, we never envisioned purchasing a puppy online, especially from someone 16 hours away. However, our experience with Andrea, the breeder, and the GoodDog app turned out to be incredibly positive and reassuring.
From the moment I reached out to Andrea, she made the entire process seamless and stress-free. Her friendly demeanor, combined with a high level of professionalism, put us at ease right away. Andrea was organized and prompt in answering all our questions, ensuring we were fully informed every step of the way. She took the time to walk us through the details of our agreement, shared our puppy’s history, and provided valuable references for training. We appreciated receiving a written copy of everything discussed, which added to the overall transparency and trustworthiness of the experience.
We have now had Winston Pooh (formerly Dallas) for 7 days, and he is an absolute delight! Full of energy and curiosity, he can run faster than we imagined for such a small guy. It’s evident that he has been well cared for, loved, and socialized. We are particularly impressed with his obedience; he understands “No” and picks up new commands quickly.
We cannot thank Andrea enough for the exceptional breeding of our beloved puppy. If you are considering bringing a new furry friend into your family, we wholeheartedly recommend Andrea and the GoodDog app. The experience exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are so grateful to have found Winston Pooh!
Christal F.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
Andrea was amazing! She answered all the questions I had as a first time puppy owner and she was extremely helpful. Our puppy was healthy and already pad trained when we received him! I would 100% recommend her if you’re looking for a new pup!