I'm the breeder behind Winona’s Legacy located in Mahtomedi, MN. We have 20 years of experience as a dog trainer and behavior consultant. We are driven by a passion to help dogs and families live their best lives together through a careful breeding program using Puppy Culture, Bad Ass Breeder, Suzanne Clothier, and AviPuppy.
About Anne
I was the founder of the area's first and still largest dog daycare and boarding kennel Downtown Dogs. Through that, I learned about dogs' social behavior and the importance of health and temperament, in a dog and family's quality of life together. After selling, I semi-retired and transitioned into training and behavior consulting. I love helping families and dogs live their best lives.
What makes Anne’s program special
Like many great breeders, I breed carefully for health and temperament. But our socialization and puppy development program takes the cake! We follow puppy culture, Susane Clothier, Avidog Puppy, BadAss Breeder, and the latest neuroscience to set your puppy up to be the happiest, most relaxed, comfortable dog they can be. And we use litter training to build the foundations for house training.
Anne’s certifications & recognitions
Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs), Agility Trial Trainer, Puppy Culture Breeder
Honey 🍯
Male • Went Home Sept. 30, 2024
Shihpoo
Stripey
Male • Went Home Sept. 30, 2024
Shihpoo
Jack (yellow jacket) 🐝
Male • Went Home Sept. 30, 2024
Shihpoo
Bumble
Male • Went Home Sept. 30, 2024
Shihpoo
Anne 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 $1,500 - $2,000.
“Price includes all applicable vaccines, worming, and a full-time socialization program. Please send deposits through Good Dog AFTER we have spoken and mutually agreed upon the puppy.”
Anne 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 Anne 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 Anne directly.
ENS ❤️ESI🧡Puppy Culture💛Sound/Startle desensitization💚Field Trips/car rides 💙 Kids 💜 dogs 🩷 peripheral vision desensitization 🖤 sensory enrichment. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Various sounds, 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, grooming , Recall training, neural stimulation, Early socialization, Initial House Training, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, and Puppy Culture .
Parents are health tested and have a family history of good longevity. (Like most small dogs they had retained baby teeth). Puppies are wormed 3x and vaccinated according to the American Veterinary Association recommendations.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Vet records, Puppy starter kit, and Initial potty training.
Anne 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.
“We do not ship puppies, but you can come to our home or we can meet you at the Minneapolis St. Paul airport.”
Why Anne started breeding
As a trainer and behavior consultant, I could see that the real issue was not training or behavior modification. What we need to do is breed dogs that fit in easily and comfortably with our 21st-century lifestyle. So I decided I wanted to help families and dogs by breeding great family dogs.
Anne is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Anne has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
Anne was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Anne’s program has one size
Anne’s Shihpoo puppies are tiny size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Anne’s program includes four colors
Anne’s Shih Tzu puppies include black and tan and brindle. Anne’s Shihpoo puppies include black and white and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Winona’s Legacy meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Shih Tzu
Poodle
Shih Tzu
About Zaley
Zaley is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anne decided to make her part of their program. Anne 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.
Poodle
About Neville
Neville is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Anne decided to make him part of their program. Anne 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.
Shihpoo
Shih Tzu
Great level
Winona’s Legacy 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 Shihpoos.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
DNA Disease Panel
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).