Legendary Leonbergers and Finnish Lapphunds
- 3 club memberships
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Legendary Leonbergers and Finnish Lapphunds located in Spokane, WA. We hold ourselves to the highest standard when it comes to our dogs and our policies. We take responsible breeding very seriously. We enjoy showing our dogs, and they are our companions in every adventure. We are invested in helping this breed thrive. We do all that we can to give our puppies the best lives, including proper health care, thorough socialization, and finding them each wonderful, loving homes.
Shelli’s experience
Shelli is a member of 3 clubs
Spokane Kennel Club, Leonberger Club of America , Finnish Lapphund Club of America
Shelli’s certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, American Kennel Club Canine College, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit
Getting a puppy from Shelli
Shelli 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 $3,000 - $3,500 and include a deposit of $500.
“The price includes a contract, an AKC registration application, first shots, deworming, and a microchip. Deposits are refundable up to six weeks of age.”
Contract and health guarantee
Shelli 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 Shelli 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 Shelli directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Our puppies are well-adjusted to the home environment and socialized. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Puppy Temperament Evaluation, Daily interactions with new and novel items and situations to instill confidence , Bathing, grooming and nail trimming., Human contact from birth, and on daily basis, handled daily introduced to sounds touch , limited exposure to resident adult dogs, the starting of house breaking, conformation stacking and nail trimming, positive experiences in all situations, isolation conditioning, start of puppy recall with treats, Potty opportunities on various surfaces, Leash Training, Early stages of crate training, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Car Rides, Texture stimulation, Puppy Culture , Outdoors, e.g. rain, crate training, Various Surfaces , Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, and Socialized with Adult Dogs.
Puppy health practices
All puppies are vaccinated and receive a health exam by a vet.
Extras
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Legendary Leonbergers and Finnish Lapphunds hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
More about Shelli
Shelli has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
Shelli was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Shelli’s program includes two colors
Shelli’s Finnish Lapphund puppies are black. Shelli’s Leonberger puppies are reddish brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Shelli is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Legendary Leonbergers and Finnish Lapphunds 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
Finnish Lapphund
Leonberger
Great level
Legendary Leonbergers and Finnish Lapphunds 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 Finnish Lapphunds.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).