RockyRiverWhoodles

Kelly T.

Breeder of Whoodles

  • Concord, NC
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Kelly T., the breeder behind RockyRiverWhoodles located in Concord, NC. Our family raises hypoallergenic puppies in a warm, nurturing, home-based environment where health, temperament, and early socialization are top priorities. Each puppy receives attentive, hands-on care and is gently introduced to everyday sights and sounds to help build confidence and adaptability. We are committed to thoughtfully placing happy, healthy puppies into loving forever homes.

Q. & A. with Kelly

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We started breeding because we wanted to share the joy and companionship our dogs bring us with others. Having had pets our whole lives, we know how special that bond is. Our goal is to raise healthy, happy puppies that will bring the same love and happiness to new families, creating lifelong connections just like ours.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our program is special because we raise puppies as family members, not just as a business. Our puppies receive Early Neurological Stimulation and gentle sensory enrichment, giving them a strong foundation for confidence, adaptability, and lifelong learning. They enjoy a loving home environment with plenty of early socialization, including exposure to everyday sounds and experiences. We’re not full-time breeders, so our focus is on quality, care, and matching healthy, happy puppies with loving families.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include brown, wheaten, cream, red, and black. 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.

Getting a puppy from Kelly

Kelly 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.

Kelly partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"Puppy prices reflect health, care, and lineage. Price includes first vaccinations and health checks. Contact us for current pricing. Deposit required to reserve your puppy. A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your puppy. This deposit secures your place on our waiting list and helps cover initial care costs. The remaining balance is due before or at pickup. If you change your mind, the deposit cannot be refunded but may be applied to a future litter within one year."

Contract & health guarantee

Kelly 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 Kelly 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 Kelly 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kelly.

Breeder's location

Meet in Concord, NC

4363 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Concord-Padgett Airport

4371 miles away

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Meet in Raleigh, NC

4267 miles away

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More about Kelly

  • Kelly has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Kelly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Kelly is a trusted Good Dog breeder

RockyRiverWhoodles 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

Parent dogs

All breeds

Poodle

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Kelly to bring home their puppies.

  • Ellen M.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    I had an amazing experience with Kelly! From the very beginning, they were incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely passionate about their dogs. They took the time to answer all of my questions, sent regular updates, and made sure I felt completely comfortable throughout the entire process. When they dropped off Ace, it was clear how much care and socialization had gone into those early weeks. My puppy is healthy, confident, and has the sweetest temperament — truly a testament to the breeder’s dedication and high standards. I also really appreciated the transparency around health testing, the cleanliness of the environment, and the thoughtful transition materials they provided for bringing a new pup home. If you’re looking for a responsible, caring, and truly reputable breeder, I can’t recommend Kelly highly enough!

    Jessica H.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

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    Kelly was truly amazing to work with, very responsive to all of my questions and she ensured that we found the perfect puppy match for our little family. I inquired about two and she matched us with the little guy she felt like best met our family needs. Jett is such a fun, gentle and sweet puppy. He was already mostly potty trained prior to his arrival at our house, she made sure he had toys and food to get us started, and was very helpful in sharing tips and tricks about whoodles and what to expect. He was so well cared for and the handover was flawless. She also gave us plenty of recommendations on grooming, treats and more. I was skeptical about using an app to find a fluffy friend, but I can’t recommend Kelly and Good Dog more!

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    Wanda R.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Kelly was amazing, she stayed in touch with me the entire time Ori was born and I thought she went above and beyond letting me know her progression until it was time for me to pick her up and for that, I thank you Kelly! Ori is a beautiful girl, I am so proud to have her!

  • Tammy D.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    We could not be happier with our new puppy Kelly was amazing to work with! It was obvious in the messages, pictures and videos she sent us how well he was taken of. We loved seeing him play. He is the sweetest boy! Thank you Kelly for everything!!

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    Jacqueline H.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Kelly is a wonderful breeder. Her puppies are happy and healthy and so beautiful. They have a good temperament and learn very quickly. I am extremely pleased with my puppy Teddy. He has been with me for a month. During the adoption process, Kelly answered all my questions and is very knowledgeable. She gave me information about the products she uses on her puppies and dogs. She sent me feeding schedules and house training tips. Teddy has been easy to house train and learns commands very quickly. Kelly is always responsive and concerned about her puppies. She gave me reports and pictures every week and since bringing Teddy home she regularly checks on him. I recommend Rocky River Doodles to all. Kelly is honest and trustworthy and she is an excellent breeder.

    Caroline O.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Working with Kelly has been such a great experience! This was my first time choosing a breeder and puppy and I cannot recommend Kelly enough. Throughout the whole process, she was incredibly communicative and caring. She went out of her way to send me pictures and videos of my puppy weekly and at every milestone, I felt so attached to my puppy before I even met her. My puppy, Finn (previously Nutmeg), is absolutely perfect, beautiful, playful, silly, and full of love. She’s truly my best friend and is a happy city pup here in Boston! Kelly’s dedication to her puppies really shows, she genuinely cares about finding them the right homes and making sure they’re well-prepared for the transition. Finn came home with all of her shots up to date and a thoughtful starter kit that included toys, chews, food, and a blanket with her litter’s scent (which she sleeps with every night). Kelly also did early introductions to crate and potty training, which has made training so easy for us. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or a better puppy. Kelly is an amazing breeder who loves what she does, and it shows in every detail. She stays connected with all of her puppies’ families and posts updates on her Facebook. I look forward to keeping in touch and watching Finn’s siblings grow!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.