We selectively breed our best AKC Champions who are over two years of age, based on medical and genetic testing, and extended pedigree research, to preserve the integrity of the breed, and our breeding program.  Located in Virginia Beach, VA, we compete in the American Kennel Club (AKC), the United Kennel Club (UKC), and the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC). 

Puppies are evaluated for structure and temperament at eight weeks.  Puppies not selected for “show” are available to approved homes at ten weeks on Spay/Neuter Contracts.

Applications should be complete and include references if you are interested in a puppy.  Applications without references are not considered.  We are happy to provide references as well.

Health and Breeding has been updated to include newly available DNA testing and information that affects the cost and availability of our puppies.

Care and Training targets puppy training issues.  This page is being rewritten to include the grief involved when older dogs pass on.

Past Litters pages include pictures and stories.  We love to hear from our puppy people and we encourage them to email stories with current pictures!

Jo Ann Shepherd

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Puppies available in December 2011!

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