Affinity Whippets
- Elko New Market, MN
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Cassie R., the breeder behind Affinity Whippets located in Elko New Market, MN. Affinity whippets have been breeding for over 50 years healthy whippet puppies that meet todays breed standard. We have bred many AKC Champions and Lure Coursing Champions that are loving companions. Our puppies are socialized from the moment they are born! Our last litter was several years ago; we don't breed often. We breed for the love of the breed while keeping the quality, health and temperament of this beautiful breed.
Q. & A. with Cassie
Why did you start breeding?
Carol and Cassie starting breeding whippets over 50 years ago, over that period, we've chosen to breed selectively.What makes your program special?
Through our 50 years of researching pedigrees, health testing, and with limited breeding, we bring experience and knowledge to this beautiful breed.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include fawn, black, fawn brindle, and white and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Cassie
Cassie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Cassie partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We take the time to meet new puppy families and match the perfect puppy to their new family's lifestyle. ”
Price
“Contact Cassie for details on pricing. Puppies placed in their new homes will receive AKC Register papers, current vaccinations, dewormed and all Vet records. A gift bag with a starter kit of puppy food, toy, puppy blanket and other small items included.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cassie 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 Cassie 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 Cassie 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
Extras
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cassie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Elko New Market, MN
901 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Ames, IA
872 miles away
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More about Cassie
Club memberships
Cassie is a member of Greater Twin Cities Whippet Club and American Whippet Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Groomer.
Cassie has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Cassie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Cassie’s links
Cassie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Affinity Whippets 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
James, dad
Whippet
About James
James is a male Whippet. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cassie decided to make him part of their program. Cassie 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.
Spanx, mom
Whippet
About Spanx
Spanx is a female Whippet. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cassie decided to make her part of their program. Cassie 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.
Louie, dad
Whippet
About Louie
Louie is a male Whippet. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cassie decided to make him part of their program. Cassie 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
Great level
Affinity Whippets 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 Whippets.
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.
Whippet Health Foundation Database, Vet Wellness Exam
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.
