SoftPaw Kennels
- Chattanooga, TN
- Responds within an hour
Available puppies and older dogs
Ares (CKC)
Ready now
1 year old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Alexis W., the breeder behind SoftPaw Kennels located in Chattanooga, TN. We specialize in raising happy, healthy puppies with excellent temperaments. We focus on providing well-socialized pups that make perfect companions for individuals and families alike. Our puppies are raised in a loving home environment, receive veterinary care, and come with health guarantees.
Q. & A. with Alexis
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are toy size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include apricot, black, blue, brown, cream, red, white, parti, and phantom. 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.
Eclipse (AKC champion bloodline)
Went homeMale
Shadow(AKC champion bloodline)
Went homeMale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Bella, AKC
Went homeFemale
Bean, CKC
Went homeFemale
Sable Phantom Boy, CKC
Went homeMale
Boy 1, CKC
Went homeMale
Girl 2, CKC
Went homeFemale
Sable Parti Girl, CKC
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Alexis
Alexis 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Complete veterinary check-up Vaccinations Deworming treatments Puppy’s early care and supports our ongoing rescue and adoption efforts. We're committed to finding loving, forever homes. We require a non-refundable deposit of $200. This deposit holds the specific puppy of your choice until they are ready to go home. The deposit will be applied toward the final purchase price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Alexis 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 Alexis 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 Alexis 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
- 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
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Alexis.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Chattanooga, TN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
Meet in Chattanooga, TN
More about Alexis
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Alexis has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Alexis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Alexis’s links
Alexis is a trusted Good Dog breeder
SoftPaw Kennels 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
Alexis W.
Litter update on 10 Aug. •
Atlas and Aphrodite's litter
Parent dogs
Artemis, mom
Poodle
About Artemis
Artemis is a pretty girl in her own world. She prances around like a pony and loves being talked to and seems to understand when she is being complimented. She is brown with silver highlights. She is AKC registered.
Good health testing
Apollo, dad
Poodle
About Apollo
Apollo is a AKC Champion Bloodline toy poodle. He’s cream and weighs 7 pounds. He’s athletic, loves to play fetch and has an easy temperament.
Good health testing
Atlas, dad
Poodle
About Atlas
Atlas is a CKC registered black toy poodle with a white chest. He weighs 4 lbs, he’s energetic, loving and playful.
Astraea, mom
Poodle
About Astraea
Astraea is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alexis decided to make her part of their program. Alexis 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.
Alcyone, mom
Poodle
About Alcyone
Alcyone is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alexis decided to make her part of their program. Alexis 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.
Alectrona, mom
Poodle
About Alectrona
Alectrona is very independent. She is raised in a home with 6 adult toy poodles and her personality stands out the most. She would rather be away from the crowd. She has a favorite pillow and most times you can find her cuddled in her usual corner with her favorite things.
Athena, mom
Poodle
About Athena
Athena is a CKC registered toy poodle. She is white, 5lbs, very laid back, likes to cuddle and very protective.
Aphrodite, mom
Poodle
About Aphrodite
Aphrodite is a CKC registered brown and white parti. She weighs 6 lbs and is very intelligent. Aphrodite is obedient.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
SoftPaw Kennels 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 Toy Poodles.
Hip Dysplasia , Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Sebaceous Adenitis (SA), Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), DNA Disease 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 Alexis to bring home their puppies.
Mona L.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
I had a wonderful experience working with Alexis! From the very beginning, she was kind, patient, and incredibly responsive, which meant so much to me as a first-time puppy owner. She took the time to answer all my (many!) questions thoroughly and never made me feel rushed or inexperienced. Alexis clearly cares deeply for her dogs and goes above and beyond to make sure they’re well-prepared for their new homes. She also made the pickup process so smooth and stress-free, kindly meeting me at the airport to make everything easier. Luna has been the sweetest, healthiest, most well-adjusted puppy; a true testament to the love and care she received early on. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or a more wonderful breeder to work with. Highly recommend!
BMBrandy M.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
I just want to thank Alexis for the gift that is Whitley. I decided to get Whitley after losing a puppy and needing a little companion to fill that void. Throughout the process of getting Whitley, Alexis has been so understanding and flexible in working with me. It’s only been a day but I’m head over heels for Whitley. She’s the calmest little puppy and has already been on her first flight and stayed calm and quiet throughout the whole thing. I can’t wait to see where life takes us.
Adeline M.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
It was a pleasure to communicate with Alexis. All my questions were answered in a timely manner. As soon as I saw my puppies picture, I knew she was the one. Using Good Dog was a great decision for locating the right puppy. She is wonderful. Eat, play, pee, poop, nap., repeat. Thank you Alexis for a great puppy. She’s is great.
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LANICA E.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
I'm late to my review but here it goes I absolutely love my toy poodle,we went to the vet and it checks out I have a healthy boy named Gucci,my process with the owners and good dog was great,I would do it again,thx
Stephen T.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
+7I have to say it was a Pleasure dealing with Alexis and Eric. They helped me and my wife welcome our new new family member Gi-Gi home. Dealing with them was a great experience. They stayed in constant communication, gave clear directions to their location, respectful and overall just great people and breeders. We love our new fur baby and my wife haven't put her down since we got her. I still can't belive how tiny she is lol. Thank you all for the experience. If you are looking for some beautiful Toy poodles and want a genuine experience 10 out of 10 would recommend their company Softpaw Kennels 😎😊
