Kalidor Kennels
- 4 club memberships
- 71% response rate • Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Kalidor Kennels located in Lindenhurst, NY. My dogs are bred for health, temperament, and conformation. I ask all prospective homes to fill out a questionnaire and sign a contract. Decisions on where puppies are placed is made after they have been evaluated (around 8 weeks of age). Puppy's personalities are matched up to the best fitting lifestyle.
Melissa’s experience
Melissa is a member of 4 clubs
Big Apple Working Group Club, Suffolk County Kennel Club, American Miniature Schnauzer Club, Giant Schnauzer Club of America
Melissa’s certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.
Puppies
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Mar. 18, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Feb. 24, 2024
Giant Schnauzer
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Newborn & upcoming litters
Planned Giant Schnauzers from TBD and TBD
Due Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 2025
Planned Giant Schnauzers from TBD and TBD
Due Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 2025
What is Good Dog?
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Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
Contract and health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Puppies are raised on Puppy Culture, ENS & ESI. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Daily handling, Socialized with other dogs, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Scent introduction, Socialized with children, Various sounds, Surface & tactile stimulation, and Car rides.
Puppy health practices
All puppies receive their first set of vaccines, microchipped, and a health certificate from a veterinarian before going home.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Basic obedience & manners, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, puppy culture, Welcome Home bag, volhard puppy aptitude testing, Sound and texture enrichment, Early Scent Introduction, Early Neurological Stimulation, Dew claws removed, Breed Club Registration, Toy with Mom's and Littermates' Scent, Food Starter Bag, Microchipped , Vaccinations, Certificate of Health, and AKC Registration.
Bringing your puppy home
Melissa offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Lindenhurst, NY 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 do not ship our puppies. Families must come to our home to pick up their puppy.”
More about Melissa
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Melissa’s program includes four colors
Melissa’s Giant Schnauzer puppies are black. Melissa’s Miniature Schnauzer puppies include salt and pepper, black and silver, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Melissa’s links
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kalidor Kennels 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
Meet Melissa's parent dogs
All breeds
Miniature Schnauzer
Giant Schnauzer
Amelia, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Amelia
Amelia is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Winnie, mom
Giant Schnauzer
About Winnie
Winnie is a female Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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
Giant Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzer
Excellent level
Kalidor Kennels 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 Giant Schnauzers.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis
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.
Genetic Diversity Test, DNA Profile, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), 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).