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HiBisKiss
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind HiBisKiss located in New Smyrna Beach, FL. I have been a member of the PWDCA since 1994, breeding for the past 27 years under another kennel name, now named HiBisKiss registered kennel name, Championed & performance titled including water titles. Health, structure & temperament are paramount.
Q. & A. with Margaret
Why did you start breeding?
My first PWD introduced me to Obedience. We won HIT at the National Specialty our first time in the ring. Years later I wanted to try the conformation ring & was able to purchase a very nice female puppy from a good breeder that trusted me with a full registration. After completing an AKC Champion & CDX Obedience title I excepted mentoring to health test, study pedigrees & breed. Four generations later I produced the first Female platinum grand champion.What makes your program special?
My pups are raised in my home & are given many experiences to help them easily adjust to their new homes. My support for their new owners is there for the life of their dog. For dogs placed locally, I offer grooming and boarding services.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
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.
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 $4,000.
“I accept deposits only after puppies are on the ground. Owners will sign a contract at the time of the deposit which states the deposit return policy should they decide not to take a puppy from that litter. Deposits are excepted after puppies are on the ground.”
Contract & 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
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
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Margaret.
Puppy pick-up locations
Margaret will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in New Smyrna Beach, FL
More about Margaret
Club memberships
Margaret is a member of Portuguese Water Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Professional Groomer.
Margaret has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Margaret was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Margaret’s links
Margaret is a trusted Good Dog breeder
HiBisKiss 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
Steamy, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Steamy
Steamy is a sweet, girl. I bit more of a lay back temperament than her mother, Sizzle. She has deep brown eyes and a very dense curly coat. I feel she is one of my prettiest girls, but a slight underbite made me decide that I would not owner handle her in the conformation show ring.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Profile, Congenital Macrothrombocytopenia, +4 more.
Sizzle, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Sizzle
Sizzle is a female Portuguese Water Dog about 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Margaret decided to make her part of their program. Margaret 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
Great level
HiBisKiss 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 Portuguese Water Dogs.
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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
Brucellosis, Temperament Test
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 Profile, Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (PRA-crd), Standard Wirehaired Dachshund Type, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).
