Aarbelle’s Portuguese water dogs

Connie W.

Breeder of Portuguese Water Dogs

Meet the breeder

I'm Connie W., the breeder behind Aarbelle’s Portuguese water dogs located in Lebanon, IN. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes! Here at Aarbelle’s Portuguese Water Dogs we strive to produce top quality Champions, in and outside of the ring! It is a family affair with three generations mother, daughter and granddaughters working together to breed sound healthy well bred dogs.

Q. & A. with Connie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Breeding was never something that I had planned on doing! Everything just fell into place! I love whelping puppies and seeing the new life emerging with that first breath of air !
  • What makes your program special?

    We are dedicated to producing healthy socialized puppies. We strive to produce structurally sound dogs that meet the guidelines of the Breed standards.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Connie

Connie 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $2,950 - $3,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes healthy puppies Parents have been health tested. Puppies have had their 3 sets of shots and are microchipped. Vet records are available. The deposit will be deducted from the purchase price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Connie 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 Connie 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 Connie directly.

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What’s included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Connie.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Lebanon, IN

484 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Indianapolis Airport

473 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Connie can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Connie

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Connie has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Connie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Connie’s links

Connie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Aarbelle’s Portuguese water dogs 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Aarbelle’s Portuguese water dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dogs.

  • 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type, Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)

    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).

Photos

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.

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