Silver Bells Paw Prints

  • Elgin, SC
  • Responds within a few hours

Available puppies and older dogs

Yorkshire Terrier

Shih Tzu

Companion Cross

Bo Bo

Ready Oct. 1

3 weeks old · Male

Buster

Ready Oct. 1

3 weeks old · Male

Books

Ready Oct. 1

3 weeks old · Male

Bailey

Ready Oct. 1

3 weeks old · Male

Upcoming litters

AKC Moe Moe
AKC Cookie

Expected Shih Tzu litter

Due Sept. 2026

Ready Nov. 10
AKC Oakley
AKC Gabby

Expected Labrador Retriever litter

Due Sept. 2026

Ready Dec. 11

Meet the breeder

I'm Sandra T., the breeder behind Silver Bells Paw Prints located in Elgin, SC. We have healthy beautiful intelligent rare and unique colored puppies that are perfect companions to your home and lifestyle. We are raising your next family member not just a pet. Some of our puppies have multi champion pedigrees from American, Russian and Ukarian national champions, excellent temperament, personality and conformation. They are raised in a home, socialized and loved from the moment they are born.

Q. & A. with Sandra

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I attended and participated in obedience, conformation shows and licensed field trials. I learned from watching and interacting with others at these events. I’ve also read everything I could get my hands on over the years and continue to improve my program with well bred healthy parents.
  • What makes your program special?

    Most of our adult dogs are from multi champion pedigrees from some of the best American, Ukraine and Russian bloodlines. We strive to keep to the AKC breed standard for conformation on all our puppies and have excellent health and temperaments. Our puppies are raised inside, handled multiple times a day and are very well socialized and pre spoiled for you. We are raising your next family member not just pet.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Poodle puppies include toy and miniature sizes. Companion Cross puppies include small and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Companion Cross puppies include smooth and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Poodle puppies include apricot, black, cafe au lait, cream, red, gray, and phantom. Companion Cross puppies include fawn, black, and cream. Shih Tzu puppies include black, liver, blue, gold, red, silver, brindle and white, blue and white, black and white, black white and silver, gold and white, silver and white, red and white, silver gold and white, black gold and silver, black gold and white, liver and white, and brindle. Yorkshire Terrier puppies include gold, liver, tan and white, chocolate and tan, chocolate, tan and white, parti, tan, blue and gold, black and tan, and black and gold. Labrador Retriever puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. Colors 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.

Getting a puppy from Sandra

Sandra 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, Sandra partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in making sure the puppy and buyer are matched by offering to do Facetime and video appointments to see the puppy in its home environment prior to a non refundable deposit being placed. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $3,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes first two round of vaccinations, current deworming, shot record, health exam, puppy take home pack of goodies, trupanion health insurance free for 30 days on puppies and puppy socialization. Deposits are non refundable but is transferable to a different puppy. The puppy price does not include delivery. Puppy is sold as a pet only no breeding rights, no registration papers unless otherwise discussed and noted on contract and sales receipt. We do require a $300 non refundable deposit to reserve and hold a specific puppy. This deposit does go towards the final purchase price. Balance remaining is due 1 day prior to pick up or delivery.”

Contract & health guarantee

Sandra 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 Sandra 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 Sandra directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Elgin, SC

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport


Meet in Columbia, SC

More about Sandra

  • Club memberships

    Sandra is a member of American Kennel Club .

  • Sandra has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Sandra was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Sandra’s links

Sandra is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Silver Bells Paw Prints 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

Shih Tzu

Poodle

Yorkshire Terrier

Parent health testing

Companion Cross

Labrador Retriever

Toy Poodle

Miniature Poodle

Shih Tzu

Yorkshire Terrier

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Silver Bells Paw Prints 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 Companion Crosses.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Wisdom Panel

    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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • Federica C.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    We are so happy with our new puppy Josephine ❤️ she is so wonderful and sweet filling our life and the one of my other Shih Tzu Napoleon with more love . thank you Sandra for your efficiency and care along our decision in getting her . You made everything more simple and easy with your help . Have a blessed day!

    Jackie G.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    I came upon Good Dog while searching for a "a little furry friend". While most of the pictures were of puppies, one picture with the description of a 4 yr old miniature Poodle caught my eye. I did not want a puppy, just a young adult dog. Loretta (she now has a new name, Mitzi) has been a joy from the beginning. Her attachment to me right away was amazing. Mitzi is loving, friendly and easy going. She does have a little bit of a stubborn streak at times. Her adjustment to our home and family has been easy and uneventful. Sandra was easy to work with and made my search for the right dog for me a pleasant one. I couldn't be happier.

    Norma G.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Sandra Tharpe, from Silver Paws, responded quickly to my many questions. I am traveling overseas with my puppy and she provided all of the information within her reach, that I requested. She arranged delivery to Florida with my pup and the gentlemen from the service were kind and responsible. Best of all, My adorable pup arrived healthy and as scheduled. I would definitely buy a puppy from Sandra again. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a puppy.

  • Donna B.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Sandra is very nice and knows the Shih-tzu breed. Xena, even though she's only 9 wks old, is very responsive and lovable. She know my voice and wags her tail profusely. She's a beautifull color. Nights are tough right now but I know that will come in time Sandra is an excellent breeder and will suggest her to anyone that wants a puppy

    Susan B.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    This is the third puppy I have gotten from Sandra and her dogs are amazing! They all have a gentle temperament and are so sweet! I highly recommend her and her puppies.

    LK

    Linda R K.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Loved working with Sandra, she was great in helping us get this little angle. Our family is so happy and my granddaughter and her are the best of friends. She is tiny but fast and she knows how to wrap you around her paw

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.