





Planned Central Asian Shepherd Dog litter
Due Aug. 2026


Planned Portuguese Water Dog litter
Due Sept. 2026


Planned Portuguese Water Dog litter
Due Oct. 2027
I'm Rachel E., the breeder behind Ascent Kennels - Central Asian Shepherds & Portuguese Water Dogs located in Lake George, CO. I breed for health, temperament, and type in both breeds. I compete in the show ring and in the performance ring. I breed to keep the dogs true to their original purpose.

Why did you start breeding?
What makes your program special?
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Where do your breeding dogs live?

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Chupacabra
Male

Mothman
Male

Bigfoot
Male

Kraken
Female

Loch Ness Monster
Female

Glinda
Female

Elphaba
Female

Dunkel
Male

Bock
Male

Gose
Female

Lager
Male

Trippel
Male

Saison
Male

Wiesse
Male

Marzen
Male

Kolsch
Female

Jitterbug
Female

Waltz
Male

Tap
Female

Two Step
Female

Flamenco
Female

Polka
Male

Mambo
Male
Girl 5
Female
Girl 2
Female
Girl 3
Female
Girl 4
Female
Girl 1
Female
Boy 2
Male
Boy 1
Male
Girl 2
Female
Girl 1
Female
Girl 3
Female
Girl 4
Female
Boy 1
Male
Boy 2
Male
Boy 3
Male
Boy 4
Male
Boy 5
Male
Boy 6
Male
Boy 7
Male
Boy 8
Male
Boy 9
Male
Boy 5
Male
Boy 1
Male
Girl 2
Female
Boy 3
Male
Boy 4
Male
Girl 3
Female
Girl 1
Female
Boy 6
Male
Boy 2
Male
Girl 4
Female
Girl 1
Female
Girl 2
Female
Boy 3
Male
Boy 4
Male
Boy 2
Male
Boy 1
Male

Canis
Male

Centaurus
Male

Orion
Male

Cassiopeia
Female

Carina
Female

Crux
Female

Ursa
Male
Rachel 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.
Rachel partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“Temperament tests in addition to conformation evaluation determines which puppy stays for breeders program and which puppies line up with new homes needs/preferences.”

“Includes AKC registration. UKC registration upon request. Shots. Worming. Microchips.”
Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel directly.
When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rachel.
Meet in Lake George, CO
5096 miles away
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Meet at Denver Airport
5026 miles away
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Meet in Cheyenne, WY
4961 miles away
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Club memberships
Rachel is a member of Portuguese Water Dog Club of America. Central Asian Shepherd Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Rachel has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Rachel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Rachel’s links

Ascent Kennels - Central Asian Shepherds & Portuguese Water Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

All breeds

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Portuguese Water Dog

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About Bristol
Bristol is a female Central Asian Shepherd Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About Bowser
Bowser is a male Central Asian Shepherd Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Lemon
Lemon is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Mike
Mike is a male Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Nabi
Nabi is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Shout
Shout is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Shaggy
Shaggy is a male Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Slice
Slice is a busy boy who loves to work. He never lacks in enthusiasm or affection. Solidly Built and Sound.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About Archer
Archer is a big boy who travels beautifully. Dont let the photo fool you - he was only 14 months in that photo and is now mature and is a full time guardian. He is balanced front to back angles. Archer loves only his own people. He reads new people well and reacts appropriately. His Hips are graded GOOD and NORMAL elbows per OFA. His PennHip score is one of the best recorded in the breed.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About Brecken
Serbian Import.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Renegade
Renegade is an independent and happy girl who loves to be involved in everything. But is just as happy laying on the couch next to you.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About Zafi
Serbian import.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About Andee
Andee was imported from Serbia earlier this year. She is very correct in her temperament to be very suspicious of new places and people. Shes quite dominant with other bitches as well. She moves cleanly coming and going and her side gait.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Clue
Clue is a sneaky and silly girl who LOVES to work. She can be intense and pushy during training which makes her so much fun! She was an excellent mother with her first litter with Horton and produced really lovely puppies with VERY solid temperaments!

Portuguese Water Dog
About Rebel
Rebel is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Oopsie
Oopsie is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About LeeLoo
LeeLoo is a female Central Asian Shepherd Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog
About Wick
Wick is a male Central Asian Shepherd Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.

Portuguese Water Dog
About Onion
Onion is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Great level
Ascent Kennels - Central Asian Shepherds & 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dogs.
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.
Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type
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).