GulfCoastKennels
- Harlingen, TX ·
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- 100% recommend •
Meet the breeder
I'm Charles C., the breeder behind GulfCoastKennels located in Harlingen, TX. We raise our puppies with total care and attention so they can become well-socialized and loving additions to their forever homes. Our puppies become integral members of our family. They’re a daily part of everything we do until they’re ready to join their forever families.
Q. & A. with Charles
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Trigger
Went homeMale
Molly
Went homeFemale
Finn
Went homeMale
Bo
Went homeMale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Zoey
Went homeFemale
Azul
Went homeFemale
Penny
Went homeFemale
Juniper
Went homeFemale
Tango
Went homeMale
Maple
Went homeFemale
Piper
ReservedFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Sumo
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Charles
Charles has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Charles partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“Our goal is to place each puppy in the home where they will thrive for life. We carefully evaluate both our puppies and applicants to ensure the best possible match based on temperament, lifestyle, and long-term compatibility.”
Price
Contract & health guarantee
Charles 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 Charles 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 Charles 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
- Socialized in new places
- 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
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Charles.
Breeder's location
Meet in Harlingen, TX
5519 miles away
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More about Charles
Charles has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Charles was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Charles’s links
Charles is a trusted Good Dog breeder
GulfCoastKennels 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
Charles C.
Litter update on 06 Sept •
Toby and Koda's litter
Charles C.
Litter update on 01 Sept •A little bit of play time before her flight
Toby and Koda's litter
Charles C.
Litter update on 27 Aug •Trigger enjoying some fun in the sun
Toby and Moon's litter
Charles C.
Program update on 25 Aug •
Charles C.
Program update on 22 Aug •
Charles C.
Litter update on 22 Aug •
Toby and Koda's litter
Charles C.
Litter update on 18 Aug •Azul starting her adventure with her new papa
Toby and Moon's litter
Charles C.
Litter update on 17 Aug •
Toby and Koda's litter
Charles C.
Litter update on 16 Aug •Trigger and coffee
Toby and Moon's litter
Charles C.
Litter update on 16 Aug •Tango enjoying the morning sun
Toby and Koda's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
French Bulldog
Koda, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Koda
Koda a stunningly beautiful aussie with a docile temperament.
Toby, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Toby
Toby is a gentle, affectionate Aussie who loves to cuddle just as much as he loves to run and play. He’s great with other dogs and has a sweet, easygoing temperament.
Moon, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Moon
Moon is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Charles decided to make her part of their program. Charles 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.
Piper, mom
French Bulldog
About Piper
Piper is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Charles decided to make her part of their program. Charles 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Charles to bring home their puppies.
Kayla W.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
+8Charles was amazing throughout the entire process! Communication was seamless from the beginning, and he was incredibly accommodating with my schedule. I had a previously planned extended vacation that conflicted with Poe’s original take-home date, and he was kind enough to keep her a little longer for me. I wanted Poe (previously Zoey) so badly that I knew I couldn’t pass her up just because of the timing, so I’m extremely grateful he was willing to work with me! Poe has been such an amazing addition to my little family. She is the sweetest, most rambunctious little girl with SO much personality. She’s incredibly smart and, in less than a week of being home, is already almost completely potty trained! We also had her first vet visit shortly after bringing her home, and she received a great bill of health our vet said she looked wonderful and very healthy. I also have another Mini Aussie, Tato, and he has welcomed her into the family so well. Watching the two of them slowly become best friends has been the sweetest thing. Poe is confident, playful, affectionate, and has adjusted to her new home incredibly well. I truly couldn’t be happier with her or with my experience getting her. Thank you, Charles, for taking such great care of her and for making the entire process so easy! ❤️
Crystal W.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
They made the process so simple! Our puppy is the smartest sweetest edition to our family.
Rocio M.
Verified owner · Aug. 2026
Charles was such a pleasure to work with. We wanted to get another mini Aussie for months but were having no luck. We came across Charles from GulfCoastKennels and our search was over! We fell head over heels over Luna and she fit right into our family. We picked her up and Charles even gave us a weekend worth of food. We’re a proud family of two Aussies and couldn’t be happier. I recommend Charles from GulfCoastKennels to everyone looking for a mini Aussie. Thank you Charles for an easy experience.
August N.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
+4I recently purchased my Mini Australian Shepherd from Charles at GulfCoastKennels, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the beginning, Charles was extremely helpful, responsive, and easy to work with. He kept me informed throughout the entire process, answered any questions I had, and made everything from choosing my puppy to bringing her home feel straightforward and stress-free. It was also clear that Charles genuinely cares about his dogs and the homes they’re going to. My puppy came home happy, healthy, well cared for, and has been an absolute joy. I really appreciated how approachable and accommodating Charles was throughout the whole experience. It was a pleasure doing business with him, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Charles and GulfCoastKennels to anyone looking for a Mini Australian Shepherd.
Sarah G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
+4Charles is an incredible breeder to work with! The whole process of choosing my pup was smooth and informative! I was originally tied between two pups and Charles was prompt in providing updated pictures and information that helped me choose a compatible puppy. He always answered super fast, and arranged travel in order for me to pick her up at the airport. I’m so grateful I decided to go with GulfCoast Kennels! Carolina, (formally Maple from Toby x Koda) is gorgeous and so well tempered. She’s adjusting great and I can’t wait to see her grow! Thank you again Charles!!
Rachel H.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
Rooster “Roo” is doing great. We enjoyed our experience with Charles our breeder very much. He was very responsive throughout the process. The incite he gave was very helpful and you could tell how much he loved his babies. Roo is full of personality along with stubbornness, the name Rooster is very fitting as she wakes us up before our alarm clock at 5am lol, but if we let her come into our bed she will sleep well past 9 am. She plays hard but also sleeps hard, picky on her food but will do anything for goats milk or cheese.
