Kuddly Creatures
- New Bern, NC
- Responds within an hour
Available puppies
Boy One
9 weeks old · Male
Boy 3
9 weeks old · Male
Boy four
9 weeks old · Male
Boy two
9 weeks old · Male
Boy Two
3 months old · Male
Boy Five
3 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Athena B., the breeder behind Kuddly Creatures located in New Bern, NC. It is our goal to produce adorable, affectionate Shih Tzu puppies that are healthy, well-tempered, and make wonderful companions. We strive to produce healthy, intelligent puppies that are able to integrate comfortably into a variety of age groups, households, and lifestyles.
Q. & A. with Athena
What makes your program special?
Our puppies come from a loving home.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include liver and white, brindle and white, and black 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 Six
Went homeMale
Boy One
Went homeMale
Boy Four
Went homeMale
Girl One
Went homeFemale
Boy Three
Went homeMale
Girl Two
Went homeFemale
Girl One
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Hopper
Went homeMale
Mr. Reds
Went homeMale
King
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Cookies
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Athena
Athena 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
“All puppies are CKC registered, dewormed and have are up to date on all vaccinations. And come with a New home kit. Puppy rehoming fee is $1500.00-$2500.00 All puppies include registration and pedigree papers also a clean bill of health from the veterinary.”
Contract & health guarantee
Athena 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 Athena 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 Athena directly.
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
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Athena.
Breeder’s location
Meet in New Bern, NC
4234 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Coastal Carolina Airport (was Craven County )
4235 miles away
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Meet in Smithfield, NC
4268 miles away
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More about Athena
Club memberships
Athena is a member of Continental Kennel Club.
Athena has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Athena was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Athena is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kuddly Creatures 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
Athena B.
Litter update on 21 Feb. •Play time with the Fur-family 🤩😘🥰😍
Chewie and Nalla's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 21 Feb. •Play time with the Fur-baby's
Chewie and Ivy Cottontail's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 14 Feb. •Thanks you Ms.Julie for giving Ms.Trixie a forever home..I can tell she's gonna be loved 😍
Chewie and Nalla's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 11 Feb. •Thank you again Ms Jackie on giving our fur baby a loving home...
Chewie and Ivy Cottontail's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 08 Feb. •Chewie and Nalla's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 08 Feb. •Weekly growth process ✨️ 😌 🙌
Chewie and Ivy Cottontail's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 02 Feb. •
Chewie and Ivy Cottontail's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 02 Feb. •
Chewie and Ivy Cottontail's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 02 Feb. •Chewie and Nalla's litter
Athena B.
Litter update on 02 Feb. •Weekly updates on the growth process ✨️ 🙌 👏
Chewie and Nalla's litter
Parent dogs
Nalla, mom
Shih Tzu
About Nalla
Nalla is a female Shih Tzu over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Athena decided to make her part of their program. Athena 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.
Chewie, dad
Shih Tzu
About Chewie
Chewie is a male Shih Tzu almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Athena decided to make him part of their program. Athena 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 Athena to bring home their puppies.
TAry M.
Verified owner · Feb. 2026
Athena is very responsive to my questions and concerns. Our pup is extremely friendly and adjusting well in his new home. Thank you for our baby.
Tammy W.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Athena was so wonderful to work with! She was always very responsive to any questions I had during the process. When we actually met to pick up Haley, I felt that I had a friend giving me the greatest gift...my new puppy. She even made sure we had everything needed to make our 3 hour trip back home with Haley! I would highly recommend Athena & Kuddly Creatures!
Valorie S.
Verified owner · June 2025
Athena was wonderful! Her communication with us was superb. She was very loving and helpful! After the weeks of waiting, it was fun to pick up our new baby, and to meet Athena's husband Justin as well. We highly recommend Athena and Justin Blackwell! You cannot go wrong. They were also so kind to give us a big bag of goodies, for our little baby, Sally.
Candy W.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
ZOOMER.....what a lovable RASCAL. Athena has given us a wonderful bundle of JOY! THANK YOU, Ms. Athena. And God bless you and all your current and future pups.
Elizabeth B.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Athena was great to work with she was so helpful and sweet. She made me so comfortable getting my new puppy . Athena made the process so easy and comfortable. Thank you so much for blessing me with my puppy
Michael W.
Verified owner · June 2025
Athena was very good with communication in this process and the exchange of my new fur baby completed with no problems. She provided the necessary documentation all in one pouch with a bag full of nice things to help get my fur baby underway at my home. Highly recommend Kuddly Creatures!!
