I'm the breeder behind Of The Saints Kennels located in Linthicum, MD. OTSK specializes in purebred, AKC, German/European bloodline Rottweilers. Sires/Dams are clear of JLPP and OFA certified. I do everything I can to better the breed and ensure my dogs and puppies are able to get the very most out of life. The goal I've set and which I believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy puppies that make a well rounded character in an adult dog.
About Van
Of The Saints Kennel is operated by a retired law enforcement family in Maryland. We encourage potential adopters to come check out the parents. You’ll fall in love with these big mushes and quickly realize why OTSK produces the best pups in the Maryland and surrounding states.
What makes Van’s program special
Our goal here is to produce show, working and breeding quality dogs that also double as excellent family pets. Our dogs are of sound mind with excellent temperaments, structure and drive; temperament being the utmost important. Our philosophy is that by selectively breeding dogs with these traits/qualities their offspring's will be the perfect companion and protectors for any family.
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Van 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.
“There is a $400 deposit which will come off of the final price of the pup. For example: if your final price is $3000 and you place a $400 deposit, then your balance would be $2600 (c ash) at time of pickup. All puppies come with age appropriate vaccinations/deworming, microchipped, dew claws removed & tail docked (unless specified), AKC registration paperwork with full breeding rights, a 1 year health guarantee and a puppy starter kit.”
Van 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 Van 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 Van directly.
Puppies live in our home until available for adoption, during which time they are exposed to other dogs in the house as well as cats and children. As the puppies develop, we allow them to experience safe inside and outside environments, car rides, crates, sounds, smells, and gentle handling. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, 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, Various sounds, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Children, Household Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Touch Desensitization, Toys, e.g. Ball, Early Neurological Stimulation, Scents, Various Surfaces , and Outdoors (when Weather permits).
Parents are JLPP and OFA certified before breeding to insure healthy traits are passed down to their offspring. Parents are fully vaccinated and under vet care to ensure excellent quality of life. Pups are started on dewormers (2 weeks of age) and appropriate vaccines starting at 5 weeks. All worming/vaccinations are to be continued as stipulated in adoption contract with their new owners upon adoption.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, AKC Registration, Certificate of Health, Microchip, Dew claw removale, tail docking, and full breeding rights.
Van 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.
“Families must come to pick up puppies in person so that they can sign adoption contract. ”
Why Van started breeding
My love for Rottweiler's started on my 12th birthday when I adopted my first dog “Ace” from a high-kill shelter in New York. Over the next 21 years, my love for the breed never wavered, instead it bloomed tenfold, leading into a passion that I now get to share not only with my friends and family, but with the world.
Van has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Van was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Van’s program includes one color
Van’s Rottweiler puppies are black and mahogany. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Van’s links
Of The Saints Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Rottweiler
Rottweiler
About Archer
Archer is a Russian import from the kennel Reneissance Fire. He has very strong Timit-Tor bloodlines and takes after his father (and grandparents) with a large block head and thick muscular body. Stud fee is $1,200
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
Rottweiler
About Riley
Riley is a female Rottweiler over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Van decided to make her part of their program. Van 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.
Uploaded health tests
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Rottweiler
About Frankie
Frankie is a female Rottweiler. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Van decided to make her part of their program. Van 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.
Uploaded health tests
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
Rottweiler
About Fedor
WE DO NOT OWN THIS DOG: Fedor is a Russian import currently residing with his owner in Indiana at Royal Haus Rottweilers. He comes from a long line of champions/grand champions, is V1 rated and fully health tested.
Rottweiler
About Clay
WE DO NOT OWN THIS DOG. Clay is owned by a breeder out in California. We use him as a stud via AI.
Rottweiler
Great level
Of The Saints 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 Rottweilers.
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.
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.
Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
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).
Moderate energy
Energy level
Not allergy-friendly
Allergy
Moderate shedding
Shedding
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.