I'm the breeder behind Waterbound Kooikerhondjes located in Alvin, TX. Since 2008, our goal at Waterbound has been to produce beautiful, companion dogs that are able and willing to compete in all aspects of canine activities. We are a small kennel with a limited but well-planned breeding program. This means that each breeding is of tremendous importance to us. We concentrate our efforts on caring for and socializing our pups. We follow a unique, state-of-the-art puppy rearing and development program that gives all of our pups, no matter their future, the best possible start in life.
About Sheryl
I have been involved in the dog fancy since 1982. I have competed in conformation, flyball, agility, field, rally, fastcat and obedience. I have had Nederlandse Kooikerhondje since 2008. I was the first AKC breeder of merit in my breed and now the first AKC Breeder of Merit Bronze. i bred the only Best in Show Kooikerhondje. I am involved with Avidog and try to raise my puppies in the Avidog way. My goal is to breed healthy, good-tempered Kooikers that conform to the standard.
What makes Sheryl’s program special
I bred the first and only AKC Best in Show Kooikerhondje. What makes it special is the knowledge I have of pedigrees and conformation in my breed and the dedication I have to continue learning and improving.
Sheryl is a member of a club
Houston Kennel Club
Sheryl’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, Avidog Associate, American Kennel Club Canine College, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing
Sheryl 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.
Puppy prices range from $3,500.
“All of our puppies are the same price and includes registration, first vaccinations and microchip. non refundable deposit.”
Sheryl 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 Sheryl 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 Sheryl directly.
My puppies are raised in the Avidog way. They meet as many people as possible, go on adventure walks, and are exposed too as many different surfaces, toys, etc as possible. They are litter box trained, taken on car rides, and introduced to crates and sherpa bags. I utilize the following enrichment methods: outside play, We take your puppy in our vehicle(s) different places to begin socialization and reduce fear, We play noise densensitizing music videos to expose your puppy to sounds that may otherwise trigger a negative response from your puppy (doorbells, fireworks, barking dog, children playing, men talking, etc.), Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) , weekly nail trims with a dremel, Grooming and Nail Care, outside potty training , Noise desensitization, We litter train our puppies by 4 weeks which makes crate training very easy., surface and tactile stimulation, Human Interactions , We introduce collar and leash training, Early socialization, Dog door, Clicker Training, Leash Walking, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Touch Desensitization, Toys, e.g. Ball, Scents, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Stores, Various Surfaces , Texture stimulation, Car Rides, Strangers, Avidog, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Litter Box Trained, Car Training , and ENS.
They have a vet check where they are microchipped and receive their first vaccinations.
We send our puppies home with AKC Registration, Food Starter Bag, Microchip, Puppy Collar, Puppy Leash, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Toy with Mom's Scent, Vaccinations, Volhard Personality Test, and Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents.
Sheryl 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.
“Many buyers fly to a local airport and fly home with their puppy in a sherpa bag in the cabin, Others drive to pick up thier puppy.”
Why Sheryl started breeding
I started breeding dogs about 30 years ago. At that time I had Basenjis. I bred each of my females only once when I was ready for a new puppy to show and compete with. I now have a more extensive breeding program with the Nederlandse Kooikerhondje.
Sheryl has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Sheryl was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Waterbound Kooikerhondjes meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
About Breaker
Breaker is a male Nederlandse Kooikerhondje about 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sheryl decided to make him part of their program. Sheryl 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.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hereditary Necrotizing Myelopathy (ENM), +3 more
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
About Spirit
Spirit is a female Nederlandse Kooikerhondje. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sheryl decided to make her part of their program. Sheryl 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.
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
About Summit
Summit is a female Nederlandse Kooikerhondje. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sheryl decided to make her part of their program. Sheryl 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.
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
About Inka
Inka is a female Nederlandse Kooikerhondje. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sheryl decided to make her part of their program. Sheryl 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.
Good health testing
Hereditary Necrotizing Myelopathy (ENM), von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Kooikerhondje Type
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
About Splash
Splash is a female Nederlandse Kooikerhondje over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sheryl decided to make her part of their program. Sheryl 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.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hereditary Necrotizing Myelopathy (ENM), +3 more
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.