Artwyrks Havanese
Meet the breeder
I'm Vicki G., the breeder behind Artwyrks Havanese located in La Habra, CA. Artwyrks Havanese is where every puppy is a work of art! I've been breeding quality dogs for 25 years and love every minute of it. I am passionate about breeding only for health and temperament! I love to show my dogs and place my little ones in approved homes where they will be dearly loved so they can bless you as they continue to bless my home with love and laughter.
Q. & A. with Vicki
Why did you start breeding?
The greatest single reason I began breeding is my little pet store Bichon, Kaytee. She suffered from many health issues because of unethical backyard breeding. I loved her dearly and she will always be in my heart. I became a breeder to prevent others from going through the same anguish.What makes your program special?
I grew up in a home in which my parents were responsible breeders. I bred horses for fifteen years before I began to breed my own dogs. I have a wealth of experience and a tremendous love for dogs. My dogs live in my home and sleep in my bedroom with me. I am trained in the neurosequential model of therapeutics in education and I use that knowledge with my puppies.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Vicki
Vicki 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.
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
“Rather than a deposit, I ask for a separate $500 nonrefundable reservation fee in order to reserve a puppy. This fee covers all the time spent with potential puppy owners before and after the puppies are born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Vicki 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 Vicki 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 Vicki 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Vicki.
Breeder's location
Meet in La Habra, CA
2257 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at John Wayne Airport
2259 miles away
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More about Vicki
Club memberships
Vicki is a member of Havanese Club of Southern California and The Havanese Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Vicki has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Vicki was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Vicki’s links
Vicki is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Artwyrks Havanese 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
Drummer, dad
Havanese
About Drummer
Drummer is a male Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Vicki decided to make him part of their program. Vicki 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +4 more.
Keeper, mom
Havanese
About Keeper
Keeper is a female Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vicki decided to make her part of their program. Vicki 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
Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes (OFA), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Artwyrks Havanese 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 Havanese.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
Legg-Calve-Perthes (OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
