I'm the breeder behind Meridian Portuguese Water Dogs located in Belle Plaine, MN. Dedicated to preserving the Portuguese Water Dog (PWD) breed as defined by the AKC/PWDCA breed standard. All puppies come from AKC Champions that are health tested to ensure compatibility for healthy puppies. PWDCA and PWDCTC members.
About Penny
I have 2 PWDs that are considered members of my family. They live in our house and sleep on our bed. I have owned PWDs for many years and enjoy conformation, agility and nosework. My last 2 AKC Grand Champions were 100% owner handled.
What makes Penny’s program special
I breed for correct conformation and temperament. All breeding pairs are AKC Champions and health tested per our parent organization guidelines and compatible with each other. Puppies are well socialized, given many different experiences before 10 weeks of age. Puppies are temperament tested at 7 weeks to ensure they go to a compatible home. All potential homes are surveyed and approved by me.
Penny is a member of 2 clubs
PWDCA, PWDCTC
Penny’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.
Expected Portuguese Water Dogs from Henry and Midji
Due Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 13
Expected Portuguese Water Dogs from Henry and Midji
Due Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 13
Penny 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.
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
“Accepting applications at this time - litter expected 2/2/25! ”
Penny 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 Penny 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 Penny directly.
Puppies have many visitors by friends, relatives, neighbors, chosen owners, local club members, and PWD friends! I utilize the following enrichment methods: 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, and Various sounds.
Puppies have distemper and Parvo shots, worming begins at 2 weeks and continues every 2 weeks until fully weaned. All puppies sold under contract with me.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Registration, and Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent.
Penny 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.
“You're more than welcome to meet my crew at my home or at a different location upon appointment. ”
Why Penny started breeding
I’ve always been interested in purebred dogs. I educated myself on all of the AKC breeds, breed standards, dog shows requirements and processes and it ultimately led me to breeding my first litter after completing her AKC Grand Championship and verifying all health tests were in compliance with our parent club guidelines.
Penny has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Penny was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Penny’s program includes four colors
Penny’s Portuguese Water Dog puppies include brown and white, black and white, brown, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Meridian Portuguese Water Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Portuguese Water Dog
Portuguese Water Dog
About Midji
Midji is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Penny decided to make her part of their program. Penny 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.
Portuguese Water Dog
Excellent level
Meridian Portuguese Water Dogs 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.
Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, 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).