Bearded Smile Kennel
- Jenison, MI
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Amanda K., the breeder behind Bearded Smile Kennel located in Jenison, MI. Our mission is to breed loving and intelligent pups with a focus on their health and temperament. We adore our dogs and pups! Our dogs are bred with a focus on their health and cultivating the very best traits that are quintessential to the breed and their temperament. We are dedicated to providing families with healthy and loving pets. New owners join our community where we give support throughout your journey.
Q. & A. with Amanda
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with this breed when I met my first Barbado, Eloise. Their loyalty, intelligence, and personality were unmatched. I got into breeding to help this breed grow as the number of Barbado da Terceira's left in the world is low. My mission is to spread the word about this amazing breed.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are our family and we prioritize their health. We do health screens before breeding. Pups grow up in our home, receive socialization, sensory activities, and temperament tests, and are placed with families who match them. We are dedicated to our pups' wellbeing and support their owners for a lifetime.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Hashbrown
Went homeMale
Tot
Went homeMale
Krinkle
Went homeMale
Yukon
Went homeFemale
Spud
Went homeFemale
Tater
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Amanda
Amanda 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
Connect with Amanda to learn more details about pricing.
“The price includes a health guarantee for parents. It also includes the first round of vaccinations and temperament test results. Additionally, registration with both the AKC and Portuguese Kennel Club.”
Contract & health guarantee
Amanda 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 Amanda 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 Amanda 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 in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Amanda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Jenison, MI
4210 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
4151 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Amanda can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Amanda
Club memberships
Amanda is a member of Clube Portugues de Canicultura (Portugese Kennel Club) and Barbado da Terceira Club of the United States of America (BDTC-USA).
Amanda has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Amanda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Amanda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bearded Smile Kennel 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
Eloise, mom
Barbado da Terceira
About Eloise
Eloise is a snuggle bug and loves her people. She is protective of her home and very intelligent. She is AKC registered and PennHip tested.
Banksy, dad
Barbado da Terceira
About Banksy
Banksy is the sweetest and goofiest boy. He loves his mom and is a big snuggler.
Phoebe, mom
Barbado da Terceira
About Phoebe
Phoebe is our feisty and vocal girl. She is a sweetheart who loves to snuggle with us.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Bearded Smile Kennel 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 Barbado da Terceiras.
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.
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.
DNA Disease 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).
