CarriageHill Dalmatians
- Lusby, MD · 72 miles away
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Amber S., the breeder behind CarriageHill Dalmatians located in Lusby, MD. Our Dalmatians have passed all recommended OFA health testing. We breed well socialized Temperament tested healthy puppies that are first and foremost, beloved members of the family like ours! We match each puppy with their best family and therefore puppies are not matched on first come Basis.
Q. & A. with Amber
Why did you start breeding?
After showing with my first Dalmatian Starting in AKC conformation over 10 years ago and and loving it since so much and falling in love with the breed and everything about dalmatians, I decided to start my own AKC kennel name/Line of beautiful dalmatians that would bring this joy and love of the breed to other families.What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is special and is home to the number one Dalmatian bitch in the country in 2024! Our program contains four Foundation dalmatians that have each been in the top 20 in breed rankings in the country for three or more years.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and liver brown and white and black. 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.
Dempsey
Went homeMale
Julia
Went homeFemale
Gere
Went homeMale
Hanks
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Amber
Amber 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 $500 deposit and between $1,750 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, AKC Reunite, first and second round puppy vaccinations, microchip, all appropriate age deworming, puppy culture socialization, and Baer hearing testing results. Deposits only taken after completion of application and interview done and if we approve of the perspective family/home. Deposit only refundable if we decide later to not place the puppy with buyer.”
Contract & health guarantee
Amber 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 Amber 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 Amber 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 with children
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Amber.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lusby, MD
72 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Baltimore/Washington Airport
44 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Amber can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Amber
Club memberships
Amber is a member of Dalmatian Club Of America.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Amber has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Amber was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Amber is a trusted Good Dog breeder
CarriageHill Dalmatians 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
Blaze, mom
Dalmatian
About Blaze
Blaze is a female Dalmatian. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amber decided to make her part of their program. Amber 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.
Banner, dad
Dalmatian
About Banner
Banner is a male Dalmatian. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Amber decided to make him part of their program. Amber 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
CarriageHill Dalmatians 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 Dalmatians.
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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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.
