Celtic Cross Kennels

Rosemary M.

Breeder of Standard Schnauzers and Newfoundlands

Meet the breeder

I'm Rosemary M., the breeder behind Celtic Cross Kennels located in Manassas, VA. We offer top quality, loving show pets with a focus on health and temperament. All our pups are bred from champion lines. We offer a health guarantee and have an extensive buyer evaluation process.

Q. & A. with Rosemary

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I adore Newfoundlands and Standard Schnauzers dearly. My goal is to not only produce beautiful puppies but to promote responsible breeding in order to ensure that these breeds will continue to move forward for generations to come and meet or exceed their standards.
  • What makes your program special?

    We perform extensive health testing on all of our dogs prior to breeding. Additionally, we breed to continue our champion lines as well as place a special focus on temperament.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Rosemary

Rosemary 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, microchip, first shots, several dewormings, vet check, dew claw removal, and Schnauzer tail dock. We offer health guarantees. In addition, if buyers live close to me, I will show their pup and perform show grooming.”

Contract & health guarantee

Rosemary 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 Rosemary 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 Rosemary 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 Rosemary.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Manassas, VA

4081 miles away

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More about Rosemary

  • Club memberships

    Rosemary is a member of Potomac Standard Schnauzer Club, Standard Schnauzer Club of America, Colonial Newfoundland Club, and Newfoundland Club of America.

  • Rosemary has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Rosemary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Rosemary is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Celtic Cross Kennels 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

Parent health testing

Newfoundland

Standard Schnauzer

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Celtic Cross Kennels 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 Newfoundlands.

  • 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.

  • Eye Certification (SHOR)

    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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Cystinuria Type 1A, Newfoundland 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).

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