I'm the breeder behind Zenith Chinese Cresteds located in Duluth, MN. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and conformation. We strive to produce beautiful and versatile family companions. We are home-based breeders of Chinese Cresteds who love showing our dogs in the daytime just as much as we enjoy snuggling with them at night. We love our dogs and what we do, and we strive to make each puppy a great contribution to his or her forever home.
About Robin
We have been raising Chinese Crested dogs since 2018. Our dogs participate in a variety of activities, including Conformation dog shows, Barn Hunt, FastCAT, Trick Dog, and Obedience. Our ultimate goal is to produce athletic and well-structured canines that can excel within various performance venues and have the ability to be the greatest family companions.
What makes Robin’s program special
I strive to breed healthy, quality pups that can fit any lifestyle. I do not breed my dogs unless they are fully healthy and genetically tested. I am dedicated to always having responsible policies when it comes to breeding, socializing, and training my pups. I love what I do and truly want the very best for my puppies and their forever families.
Robin is a member of 2 clubs
American Chinese Crested Club , Duluth Kennel Club
Robin’s certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, Professional Groomer
Robin 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 $2,000 - $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“Also included is a health guarantee, AKC registration, microchip, and take-home kit. Deposit is required to hold a specific puppy, up to the age of 16 weeks.”
Robin 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 Robin 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 Robin directly.
Our puppies are raised using the Puppy Culture protocols. They are well socialized, clicker trained, crate trained, and begin housebreaking prior to rehoming. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with Other Animals, Puppy Culture, Initial House Training, Crate Training, Clicker Training, and Socialized with Children.
All puppies are vaccinated and taken to our vet for a checkup before leaving.
We send our puppies home with Puppy Starter Kit, Microchipped , Certificate of Health, and AKC Registration.
Robin 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.
“Pickup can occur at our home or we can arrange to meet at a local airport. We may also be able to arrange pickup at a dog show/event that we or a trusted friend are attending.”
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.
Why Robin started breeding
We wanted to do our part to better the breed. Our breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the Chinese Crested while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, temperament, and conformation. Our goal is to not only produce beautiful puppies but to help promote responsible breeding in order to ensure that these wonderful dogs will continue to thrive for generations to come.
Robin has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Robin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Zenith Chinese Cresteds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Chinese Crested
Chinese Crested
About Salsa
Salsa is a silly, spunky boy who loves to play and have fun. He finished his AKC Championship easily in two weeks, including a BOB over several ranked specials, earning him a spot in the group broadcast on AKCTV. He finished his Grand Championship a month later.
Chinese Crested
About Pumpkin
Pumpkin (aka Punky) is a sweet natured and quiet girl from Russia. She finished her AKC championship in under a year, completely owner handled. She earned her GCH the following year. She is currently our daughter’s Junior Showmanship dog.
Chinese Crested
Excellent level
Zenith Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds.
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.
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.
Full Embark 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).