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Celeste Italian Greyhounds
- Frederick, MD · 27 miles away
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Celeste M., the breeder behind Celeste Italian Greyhounds located in Frederick, MD. I am a responsible breeder who is passionate about Italian Greyhounds. My dogs are central to my life, and I am proud of their accomplishments. I enjoy participating in conformation and performance events. I subscribe to the breeder's code of ethics found at http://italiangreyhound.org/.
Q. & A. with Celeste
Why did you start breeding?
I became highly enamored by the first IG I met! He was a pet, but inspired me to get into the sport of purebred dogs, as the AKC calls it. No other breed made me think "hey, there really should be more of these".What makes your program special?
I pay attention to performance aptitude in addition to conformation, health and temperament. I believe the best way to do this is to compete at racing and lure coursing. To me, this breed is supposed to be speedy, have some predator qualities, and be sturdier than they look. You can't develop these little guys into the athletes they long to be with only leash-walking. They need to run...safely.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and fawn, white and red, white and seal, white and blue fawn, white and blue, blue fawn, red, fawn, seal, and blue. 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.
Boy 1: Stick
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1: Patches
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Snookie Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1: Marley
Went homeMale
Boy 3: Tuxedo
Went homeMale
Cash Boy 2
Went homeMale
Button
Went homeMale
Cosmo
Went homeMale
Jupiter
Went homeMale
Vulcan
Went homeMale
Pluto
Went homeMale
Neptune
Went homeMale
Apollo
Went homeMale
Minerva
Went homeFemale
Dionysus
Went homeMale
Athena
Went homeFemale
Orion
Went homeMale
Artemis
Went homeFemale
Fondue
Went homeFemale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Gracie Celeste
Went homeFemale
Duff
Went homeMale
Ziggy
Went homeMale
Macaroni
Went homeMale
Boy 2--Cricket
Went homeMale
Darla
Went homeFemale
Boy 1 Rocky
Went homeMale
Boy 3--Scootus
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Celeste
Celeste 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 $400 deposit and between $1,400 - $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“I charge a premium for females just because I am more likely to keep a female, and buyers seem to prefer them out of proportion to their numbers. Refundable for 72 hours, people change their mind and I understand, but it costs me time and messes me up. I don't ask for deposits until I'm pretty darn sure you are 1) sincere and 2) really suitable for this breed AND a particular pup. Therefore DO NOT send me deposit money until I ask for it! Usually you've met the dog/puppy first!”
Contract & health guarantee
Celeste 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 Celeste 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 Celeste 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Celeste.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Frederick, MD
27 miles away
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More about Celeste
Club memberships
Celeste is a member of Tortoise & Hare Lure Coursers (THLC), Upper Chesapeake Bay Saluki Club (UCBSC), Mason-Dixon Ibizan Hound Club (MDIHC), Coursing Hounds Association of the Mid-Potomac (CHAMP), Mid-Atlantic Italian Greyhound Club of Central Maryland (MAIGC), and Italian Greyhound Club of America.
Celeste has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Celeste was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Celeste’s links
Celeste is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Celeste Italian Greyhounds 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
Bubbles, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Bubbles
Bubbles is a “true blue” color. She really took to coursing at a young age, and did very well. The covid pandemic interrupted her career, and now she’s less likely to turn in a stellar performance. But she’s a very nice pet.
Uploaded health tests
Genetic Diversity Test, PRA (PRA1), Italian Greyhound Type, +1 more.
Ruth, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Ruth
Ruth was a young puppy when the COVID lockdown happened, thus was unable to be socialized like usual. So she's more cautious/suspicious when meeting new people or dogs. But with me and the pack, she's very sweet, cooperative and easy to live with.
Dillon, dad
Italian Greyhound
About Dillon
Outgoing, friendly toward dogs and people.
Uploaded health tests
Familial Enamel Hypoplasia (FEH), Italian Greyhound Type.
Petal, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Petal
15.5 in.
Carmen, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Carmen
Carmen is a female Italian Greyhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Celeste decided to make her part of their program. Celeste 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.
Flyboy, dad
Italian Greyhound
About Flyboy
Flyboy is a male Italian Greyhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Celeste decided to make him part of their program. Celeste 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
Good level
Celeste Italian Greyhounds 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 Italian Greyhounds.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Celeste to bring home their puppies.
Dana G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
Celeste Italian Greyhound was a wonderful place to purchase our greyhound Dante. Being a small breeder made everything more personal. We got to meet Celeste on a one on one basis. We took our time and selected Dante.
Heather G.
Verified owner · Aug. 2024
Very professional and accommodating in getting the puppies ready for their new home.
