Black Diamond Excellence rottweiler kennel

Richard G.

Breeder of Rottweilers

  • Antioch, CA
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Major
Wraven

Expected Rottweiler litter

Due Sept. 2026

Ready Nov. 1

Meet the breeder

I'm Richard G., the breeder behind Black Diamond Excellence rottweiler kennel located in Antioch, CA. We offer AKC breed standard pups. Our dogs have participated in AKC & Euro style sieger conformation shows. Pups are introduced to puppy culture method within first 8wks after born, focusing on ENS (early neurological stimulation, sound desensitization, and people socialization.

Q. & A. with Richard

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I've wanted to breed dogs since I was a teenager. Now that I own a home with ample space for dogs, I decided to learn from some of the best breeders and start my own program.

  • What makes your program special?

    We offer AKC breed standard pups. Our dogs have participated in AKC & Euro style sieger conformation shows. Pups are introduced to puppy culture method within first 8wks after born, focusing on ENS (early neurological stimulation, sound desensitization, and people socialization.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and mahogany and black and rust. 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.

Getting a puppy from Richard

Richard 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

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Pricing varies, depending on which dog combination is used. To allow time to make your decision, I allow deposits to be refundable before the litter you are assigned to is born. After the litter is born, the deposit becomes non refundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Richard 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 Richard 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 Richard directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Richard.

Breeder's location

Meet in Antioch, CA

2372 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento Airport

2349 miles away

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More about Richard

  • Richard has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Richard was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Richard’s links

Richard is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Black Diamond Excellence rottweiler 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Black Diamond Excellence rottweiler 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 Rottweilers.

  • 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.

  • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP)

    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).

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