Cahawba Havanese

Raised by Margaret S.

Certified Breeder of Havanese

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Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Cahawba Havanese located in Birmingham, AL. Our Havanese excel in various performance venues and most importantly in their forever homes as beloved family members. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and conformation. Our puppies are lovingly raised in our home as part of our family so that we can prepare them to be wonderful additions to yours. We're passionate, responsible breeders who truly love our dogs.

Margaret’s experience

  • About Margaret

    Our dogs are bred to produce healthy, sound, and versatile pups. Our ultimate goal is to produce athletic and well-structured canines that can excel within various performance venues and have the ability to be the greatest family companions.

  • What makes Margaret’s program special

    Our goal is to not only produce beautiful puppies but to help promote responsible breeding in order to ensure that the Havanese will continue to thrive for generations to come. We are very selective about our breeding dogs. All of our dogs are fully healthy and genetically tested. We understand the importance of dog health, temperament, and structure, and every breeding decision is made accordingly. We truly love our puppies and know you will, too! We pride ourselves on helping all of our clients find the right fit for their needs and lifestyle.

  • Margaret is a member of 2 clubs

    Birmingham Kennel Club Southern Magnolia Havanese Club, Havanese Club of America

Getting a puppy from Margaret

Margaret 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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 range from $2,000 - $2,500.

“The price includes a contract that provides the dog a life plan; if you are unable to keep your dog, we will take it back. The health guarantee covers up to 2 years for any inheritable conditions. Potential show puppies are more expensive. We do ask for a deposit. Payment due when the puppy is picked up.”

Contract and health guarantee

Margaret 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 Margaret 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 Margaret directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

We do everything we can to socialize our puppies. We want them to be easily trainable and have a smooth transition to their new home. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Outdoors, Human Interactions, Noise Desensitization, Kennel Training, Initiate No-Bite Training, Potty Training, Puppy Temperament Evalulation, Crate Training, Leash Training, Doggy Door Training, Pee Pad Intro, "No" Biting or Chewing, Some Crate Training, Start of potty training, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Toys, e.g. Ball, Chew, e.g. Bone, and Car Rides.

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Puppy health practices

All puppies have had vaccinations and a thorough vet exam with a written report prior to rehoming.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with Littermates Scent, Vaccinations, Puppy Starter Kit, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and AKC Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

Margaret offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Birmingham, AL or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

“We don't ship our puppies but you can pick them up at our home or we can meet you at the airport.”

More about Margaret

  • Why Margaret started breeding

    We wanted to do our part to better the breed. Our breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the Havanese while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, temperament, and conformation. It is such an honor to preserve the line of these incredible dogs all the while creating companionship for others.

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

    Margaret was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Margaret’s program includes two colors

    Margaret’s Havanese puppies include white and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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Margaret is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Cahawba Havanese 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

Havanese

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Cahawba Havanese 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 Havanese.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, 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.

  • 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.

  • Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Standard Veterinary Blood Panel, Brucellosis, Legg-Calve-Perthes (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.

  • OFA/CHIC DNA Repository

    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).

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