I'm Linda V., the breeder behind Rockhill Dobermans located in Caledonia, MN. Our goal is to continually learn to improve the health & overall soundness of Dobermans while maintained the breed standard. Our Dobermans are bred with love. We are a smaller breeding program However, we are passionate about providing healthy, happy, sound puppies to forever homes. We are members of the Doberman Pinscher Club of America, are AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T., and have verified testing.
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with the Doberman breed. I truly enjoy puppies, the training, and the ability to mold them into wonderful companions and family members. I enjoy learning and find genetics interesting. I pride myself in being a part of preserving the history and purpose of Dobermans. It is very exciting to be a part of it! I strive to be a quality breeder that puppy owners can depend on for support and knowledge.
What makes your program special?
Communication! Too many breeders are not good at communicating. I want to be honest, transparent, hold good intentions, and hold the best health and longevity practices. My goal is to ensure my puppies are in life-long homes and that those homes are prepared and know what to expect in their new family member. Puppy owners are always able to contact me with questions.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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.
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 include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes deworming as needed and a cleared health check prior to rehoming. Puppies are cropped and docked and are fully healed before going home. The first puppy vaccinations are completed. AKC microchipping is done and registered by me before they go home with myself being 2nd contact. All puppies are the same price. Deposits are not taken until puppies are on the ground and we know we can provide what the approved home wants. (Only refundable in special circumstances.).”
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda directly.
Rockhill Dobermans 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 dogs
Iceman, dad
Doberman Pinscher
About Iceman
Iceman is a male Doberman Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Linda decided to make him part of their program. Linda 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.
ROCKY, dad
Doberman Pinscher
About ROCKY
ROCKY is a male Doberman Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Linda decided to make him part of their program. Linda 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.
KENZIE, mom
Doberman Pinscher
About KENZIE
KENZIE is a female Doberman Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda decided to make her part of their program. Linda 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.
Kylie, mom
Doberman Pinscher
About Kylie
Kylie is a female Doberman Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda decided to make her part of their program. Linda 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Rockhill Dobermans 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 Doberman Pinschers.
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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
Dominant Black DNA Test, Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
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).