I'm Candice S., the breeder behind The Shire Windsprites located in Huntsville, AL. My goal is to produce physically and behaviorally sound Windsprites. As a professional trainer, I understand the importance of giving puppies the best, positive start in life. I focus on versatile companions-dogs who are up for anything but are most importantly an easy-to-live-with family companion.
Q. & A. with Candice
What makes your program special?
At this time, I do not maintain a formal waitlist. However, if you’d like to stay in the loop as plans develop, I’d be happy to add you to my email notification list. I do not place puppies on a first-come, first-served basis nor do I breed or place puppies based on color—instead, matches are made thoughtfully based on temperament, lifestyle, and overall compatibility with each individual puppy.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Candice
Candice 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
Connect with Candice to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Candice 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 Candice 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 Candice directly.
The Shire Windsprites 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
Parent dogs
Eeevee, mom
Windsprite
About Eeevee
Eeevee is a female Windsprite. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Candice decided to make her part of their program. Candice 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
The Shire Windsprites 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 Windsprites.
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 (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.
DNA Disease Panel, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).