I'm the breeder behind DC’s American English Coonhounds located in Vesper, WI. We offer AKC, UKC, and recently, PKC registered American English Coonhounds who serve as family companions, show prospects, and active hunting buddies! We strive to produce outstanding puppies that are sound, healthy, intuitive, and have wonderful temperaments. Visit us on FB: DC's Kennel.
About Shontay
Hi! My name is Shontay, and I am behind DC’s American English Coonhounds! My family is heavily involved with our hounds from showing to hunting! We want our kennel to be known for dogs that can do it all!
What makes Shontay’s program special
Outside of breeding for ourselves, we offer puppy matching, where you tell us what you’re looking for in a puppy. We select 2-3 puppies we believe will fit and you do a meet & greet with them. We do let buyers meet with puppies they take a liking to as well, and from there we let the puppies decide who’s going home with each family!
Shontay is a member of 7 clubs
American Kennel Club, United Kennel Club, Professional Kennel Club (PKC), English Coonhound Breeders & Fanciers Association, Central WI Dog Sports Club, Central Wisconsin Houndsmen, Dodge County Canine Club
Lime Green
Male • Went Home July 5, 2024
American English Coonhound
Boy 5
Male • Went Home July 5, 2024
American English Coonhound
Red
Female • Went Home July 5, 2024
American English Coonhound
Blue
Male • Went Home July 5, 2024
American English Coonhound
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Sept. 29, 2022
American English Coonhound
Shontay 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.
Puppy prices range from $400 - $1,000.
“All puppies are priced between $400-$1000 depending on the pedigree potential and litter cost. Deposits are not asked for. Because of this, we require all families to travel to us to pick their puppy. This ensures you get exactly what you’re looking for!”
Shontay 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 Shontay 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 Shontay directly.
We use puppy culture to ensure our puppies have the best start possible! I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Scent Introduction, Show Training, Bench Show Training, We begin potty training along with crate training & believe the two go hand in hand., Puppy Culture , Introduction to leash walking, and Puppy Culture.
Our pups are dewormed, vaccinated, have a microchip, and vet exam. We follow all appropriate puppy health protocols to ensure happy, healthy puppies.
We send our puppies home with Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Age Appropriate Vaccinations, UKC Registration, AKC Registration, and Microchip.
Shontay offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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 do not ship our puppies, however you are more then welcome to come meet them at our home! We require, at least, 1 in person meeting.”
Why Shontay started breeding
In 2015, I purchased my first hound, Mia. Now, I didn’t plan on breeding her. She was bought to be a show dog and that was it. As time progressed I started studying the breed’s standards, seeing her faults, and traits to help improve them. I started looking for a male that had the corrections I was looking for.
Shontay has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Shontay was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
DC’s American English Coonhounds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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American English Coonhound
About Mia
Mia is our foundation girl. We have had her since she was 12 weeks old. She is more then a coonhound for us. Though she can hunt, and compete, she is a valued member of our family!
American English Coonhound
DC’s American English Coonhounds 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 American English Coonhounds.
Full Embark 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).