Blackcraft K9
Meet the breeder
I'm Kelli B., the breeder behind Blackcraft K9 located in Rochester, NY. Our personal dogs train and compete in various sports, primarily protection sport. Our goal is to uphold the standard for the working Dutch Shepherd, producing dogs that are strong in both health and character, while also being great companions to the families that they live with.
Q. & A. with Kelli
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kelli
Kelli 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
"All puppies leave with a vet check, age appropriate vaccines, deworming, and microchip. Puppies are selected by breeder based on temperament of the individual puppy, and the gender preference, goals, experience, and plans of the buyer."
Contract & health guarantee
Kelli 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 Kelli 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 Kelli directly.
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 Kelli.
Breeder's location
Meet in Rochester, NY
3891 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Rochester Airport
3892 miles away
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More about Kelli
Certifications & recognitions
Licensed Veterinary Technician.
Kelli has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Kelli was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kelli is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Blackcraft K9 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
Hexe, mom
Dutch Shepherd
About Hexe
Hexe is a female Dutch Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelli decided to make her part of their program. Kelli 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.
Vandal, dad
Dutch Shepherd
About Vandal
Vandal is a male Dutch Shepherd over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kelli decided to make him part of their program. Kelli 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.
Hruza, mom
Dutch Shepherd
About Hruza
Hruza is a female Dutch Shepherd over 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelli decided to make her part of their program. Kelli 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.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Blackcraft K9 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 Dutch Shepherds.
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.
Dentition
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.
Full Embark 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).
