Painted Desert Akitas

Raised by Christopher S.

Certified Breeder of Akita

  • 2 club memberships

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Painted Desert Akitas located in Hunt, AZ. Our Akitas up to date on vaccinations, deworming and flea and tick prevention. We raise our puppies in a family atmosphere with their mother, they ween at their own pace. Our Akitas are socialized daily with other dogs, our family and our personal friends.

Christopher’s experience

  • About Christopher

    We are located near the Petrified Forest National Park in Northern Arizona. We are The Spears; we are ethical breeders of Beautiful American Akitas. All our Akitas are registered with AKC. At Painted Desert Akitas our Akitas are part of our family, we do not run a kennel or a store front. We are not a “puppy mill”, we are a family with a passion for the breed and strive to improve its excellence.

  • What makes Christopher’s program special

    At Painted Desert Akitas, we strive to produce the highest quality puppies in health and appearance. We keep our Akitas up to date on vaccinations, deworming and flea and tick prevention. Their health and disposition are our ultimate goal.

  • Christopher is a member of 2 clubs

    N/A, N/A

  • Christopher’s certifications & recognitions

    AKC registerable

Getting a puppy from Christopher

Christopher 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 $1,200 - $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $600.

“Our Akitas are AKC registered, up to date on vaccinations, deworming and flea & tick prevention.They are socialized daily. We feed Victor Hi Pro Plus kibble, an all-stage dog food, once weened. ”

Contract and health guarantee

Christopher 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 Christopher 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 Christopher directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are will-adjusted to a home environment. They are socialized with people and other dogs. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialization with Other Dogs, Potty Pad Training, Doggy door training , Shown lots of love, Early Socialization, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Noise desensitized , Sound Stimulation, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, and Socialized with Children.

Puppy health practices

All our puppies were given heath checks by a veterinarian at 6 weeks of age. They are up to date on their vaccinations and dewormed.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Food Starter Bag, AKC Registration, and Our puppies go to their furever home with a specialized care package with items specially chosen by our family. Every single item in this specialized care package is intended to make the transition to the puppy’s furever home as smooth as possible..

Bringing your puppy home

Christopher offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Hunt, AZ 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 to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.

More about Christopher

  • Why Christopher started breeding

    We fell in love with the Akita breed. We wanted to be able to provide well-bred puppies with great dispositions.

  • Christopher has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Christopher was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Christopher’s links

Christopher is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Painted Desert Akitas 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 Christopher's parent dogs

All breeds

Akita

Parent health testing

Akita

Painted Desert Akitas 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 Akita.

  • DNA Profile

    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).

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