MD Dogs Inc
- Certified Good Dog Breeder
- 67% response rate • Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind MD Dogs Inc located in Lexington, KY. Our purpose in breeding is to produce medical alert dogs who have the drive to alert among any distraction, the confidence to thrive in any environment, and the biddability to be trained by any aged handler. All puppies receive neonatal imprinting to jumpstart their alerting and maximize accuracy.
Libby’s experience
About Libby
As the founder of MD Dogs Inc, my mission is to help the type 1 diabetes community by providing transparency into the field of Diabetic Alert Dogs. I have a BA in Neuroscience as well as an MS in Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania, and a MSc in Animal Behaviour & Welfare from Queen's University Belfast. I've also written 2 books on training (found on Amazon)
What makes Libby’s program special
All our puppies are raised with the intent of becoming Service Dogs, so even our pets have a phenomenal start to life. Our dam is a fully trained Diabetic Alert Dog and all puppies receive our Neonatal Scent Imprinting from just 24 hours old until they go home. By the time they go home, the dogs are showing clear recognition of low blood sugar odors when around type 1 diabetics.
Puppies
Frankfort
Male • Went Home May 17, 2024
English Cocker Spaniel
Winchester
Male • Went Home May 17, 2024
English Cocker Spaniel
Somerset
Female • Went Home May 17, 2024
English Cocker Spaniel
Lex
Female • Went Home May 17, 2024
English Cocker Spaniel
London
Female • Went Home May 17, 2024
English Cocker Spaniel
Glasgow
Female • Went Home May 17, 2024
English Cocker Spaniel
Paris
Female • Went Home May 17, 2024
English Cocker Spaniel
Newborn & upcoming litters
Newborn English Cocker Spaniels from Viri and Birdi
Born Mar. 2024. Ready May 17, 2024
Newborn English Cocker Spaniels from Viri and Birdi
Born Mar. 2024
Ready May 17, 2024
Getting a puppy from Libby
Libby 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 $3,800 - $7,200 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“The puppy price includes AKC registration, kennel, initial health testing, and private lesson with the family if they pick up in person. Pet puppies at 8 weeks are $3800. Service puppies at 16 weeks (2 months of training) are $7200.”
Contract and health guarantee
Libby 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 Libby 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 Libby directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Our puppies are "Started Diabetic Alert Dogs". Raised in my home according with ENS and Puppy Culture. Most importantly, they receive Neonatal Scent Imprinting (NSI), which classically conditions them each day to the odor of low blood sugar. They also receive socialization and training so their Diabetic Alert training is jumpstarted and they naturally respond to low BG as soon as they go home. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Noises , Socialized with Children, Strangers, Various Surfaces , Stores, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Scents, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, "No" Biting or Chewing, Obedience training started, Puppy Culture , Sit Command, Biosensor Training, Service Dog Training, Crate Training, and Potty Training.
Puppy health practices
All puppies receive vaccinations, deworming, DNA tests, bile acid testing, and a health certificate.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Registration, Initial potty training, and Vet records.
Bringing your puppy home
Libby offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Lexington, KY 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.
Get your puppy dropped off to you
Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
More about Libby
Why Libby started breeding
Our mission is to produce future Diabetic Alert Dogs, and we have found one way to do this is to breed confident, health tested, driven dogs and imprint the litters from birth to give families who are training their own Diabetic Alert Dog a leg up and set them up for success as much as possible.
Libby has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
Libby was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Libby is a trusted Good Dog breeder
MD Dogs Inc 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 Libby's parent dogs
All breeds
English Cocker Spaniel
Birdi, mom
English Cocker Spaniel
About Birdi
Birdi is a fully trained Diabetic Alert Dog and is a once in a lifetime dog. She has an incredible amount of drive and desire to please, and is environmentally and socially bombproof. While she was trained as a Service Dog, she currently helps us pass along her excellent qualities by producing future Diabetic Alert Dogs. She has earned numerous titles in various performance disciplines, and each title has been earned within the minimum attempts. She excels at everything she does.
Parent health testing
English Cocker Spaniel
Excellent level
MD Dogs Inc 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 English Cocker Spaniels.
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Adult Onset Neuropathy (AON), Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS), Familial Nephropathy, Cocker Spaniel Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).