Velvet Paws
- Lake Orion, MI
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Shawn G., the breeder behind Velvet Paws located in Lake Orion, MI. Our puppies are F1 Cavapoos, teddy‑bear‑looking companions with sweet, affectionate temperaments. They’re a smaller-sized doodle mix, perfect for families or individuals looking for a loving, loyal little dog. Born on November 7th, they’ll be ready for their forever homes on January 30th. They will have their vaccinations and deworming. They will UTD before going home. I own mom and used an outside stud for the dad. Mom has been genetically tested, is clear. She has OFA certification on eyes, patellas and heart. I believe strongly that breeding should happen in a loving home environment, surrounded by family and pets—not in kennels. These puppies have been raised with care, attention, and plenty of affection.
Q. & A. with Shawn
Why did you start breeding?
Breeding has been a long-time passion of mine. As a mom, I always prioritized stability, but never let go of my love for dogs. Now, I’ve been able to turn that passion into a small, in-home breeding program focused on raising healthy, loving companions.What makes your program special?
What makes my program special is the level of care each puppy receives. They are raised in my home, handled daily, and given early socialization to build confidence. I focus on health through genetic testing and prioritize temperament, ensuring each puppy is a loving, well-adjusted companion.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include toy and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and apricot. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Shawn
Shawn 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, Shawn partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We carefully evaluate each puppy’s temperament, personality, and energy level to help match them with the right family. Our goal is to ensure a loving, lifelong bond between each puppy and their new family. ❤️🐾”
Price
“Our $2,000 price includes a veterinary health exam, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, early socialization, and lots of love! Each puppy is raised in our home with individual care and attention. A $200 deposit secures your chosen puppy and reserves them exclusively for your family until they are ready to go home. The deposit goes toward the $2,000 purchase price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shawn 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 Shawn 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 Shawn 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shawn.
Breeder's location
Meet in Lake Orion, MI
4122 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bishop Airport
4130 miles away
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Meet in Macomb, MI
4114 miles away
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More about Shawn
Shawn has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
Shawn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Shawn is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Velvet Paws 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 health testing
Good level
Velvet Paws 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 Cavapoos.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
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).
