Bellehound
Meet the breeder
I'm Cathleen C., the breeder behind Bellehound located in Dry Ridge, KY. I am passionate about breeding dogs with a focus on temperament, structure, and breed standards. My puppies are given lots of socialization and training to make them well rounded dogs. I am a member of the Basenji Club of America and the Association of Thai Ridgeback Owners and Fanciers. My dogs are family and very important, I work to educated people on my breeds.
Q. & A. with Cathleen
Why did you start breeding?
I bought my first show Basenji in 1996, worked with that dog's breeders to find the right match for my foundation bitch, when we decided to breed her. We also showed her in conformation as well as competed with her and her offspring in lure coursing. I also dabbled in obedience mostly for fun. I got into Thai Ridgebacks in 2000 and learned as much as I could about the breed from mentors both here in the US, as well as in the breed's homeland, Thailand. I was immersed in the breed for five years before I ever bred my first litter of Thai Ridgebacks. I also do rescue and rehabilitation for both breeds. Education is the key to success when it comes to living and loving both of these primitive breeds. They're not the breed for everyone or the novice/first-time dog owner.What makes your program special?
I stand behind my puppies for their whole entire life. If for any reason their owner cannot keep them, I take them back regardless of age or reason. I do the proper health testing of both parents to ensure their offspring are healthy both physically as well as mentally.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Cathleen
Cathleen 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 refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $2,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Basenji puppies: $1,500 Thai Ridgeback puppies: $3,000. All puppies are the same price regardless of color or gender. Once you show me proof that your pet puppy has been altered I will reimburse you half the cost of the alter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cathleen 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 Cathleen 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 Cathleen 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 Cathleen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Dry Ridge, KY
384 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
386 miles away
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More about Cathleen
Club memberships
Cathleen is a member of Association of Thai Ridgeback Owners & Fanciers and Basenji Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breed Liaison for the Thai Ridgeback.
Cathleen has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Cathleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Cathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bellehound 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 health testing
Basenji
Thai Ridgeback
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Bellehound 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 Basenjis.
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.
Fanconi Syndrome, PRA, Basenji 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).
