Cherished Chihuahuas
- Willamina, OR
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Carissa H., the breeder behind Cherished Chihuahuas located in Willamina, OR. Parents with good genetics and wonderful temperaments! Our dogs are wonderful companions and right by our side for daily life. Inspired to share their affectionate personalities with other loving families! Well loved and healthy. We breed Purebred Chihuahuas as well as Working Cattle Dogs.
Q. & A. with Carissa
Why did you start breeding?
We grew up loving animals and have always had them in our lives; with over 25 years dogs breeding experience and over 30 years dog handling and owning. The Chihuahua has been a part of our lives for the past 8 years. We have owned this bloodlined Cattle Dog breed for over 8 years. They are so loyal and have so much try for their person! We love them and want to share them with the world! :)What makes your program special?
Born and raised in our home. We have 42 acres, bordered by forests and farm land. Our dogs play indoors and outdoors at will. They love to be with us while we garden and run and play with us. The Chihuahuas are great snuggle buddies. They love a good movie. We also breed working Cattle Dogs. In the top 5 best dog breeds in the world! Loyal, trust worthy, Don't run off. SUPER High Intelligence!What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Chihuahua puppies include smooth and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Australian Cattle Dog puppies include red speckled, red mottled, blue speckled, blue mottled, and blue. Chihuahua puppies include merle, black, chocolate, cream, blue brindled fawn, chocolate brindled fawn, chocolate and white, black and white, chocolate and tan, black and tan, cream and white, and blue merle. 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.
BuckWheat
Went homeMale
Mary Ann
Went homeFemale
Waldo
Went homeMale
Lucy
Went homeFemale
Stymie
Went homeMale
Angel
Went homeMale
Spanky
Went homeMale
Princess Pudding
Went homeFemale
Soka
Went homeFemale
Twilight
Went homeFemale
Blue Diamond
Went homeFemale
Sasha, Female
Went homeFemale
Pasha, Male
Went homeMale
Kevin, male
Went homeMale
Tanya, Female
Went homeFemale
Buckalena
Went homeFemale
Peanut Butter
Went homeFemale
Flower
Went homeFemale
Caramel
Went homeFemale
Sweet Lola
Went homeFemale
Cocoa Chunks
Went homeFemale
Gidget
Went homeFemale
Rocky Road
Went homeMale
Moose Tracks
Went homeMale
Marley, Male
Went homeMale
Melany, Female
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Carissa
Carissa 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
"The puppy price includes 2 year written health guarantee, 1-2 rounds of vaccines, 2-4 rounds of de-wormer-this varies depending on how old the puppy is when leaving us. $500 non-refundable deposit. We Accept cash, check, or GoodDog Pay. Balance Due when you pick you puppy up to take it home. Good for 12 months from date paid. Can go towards other litters."
Contract & health guarantee
Carissa 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 Carissa 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 Carissa 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Carissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Willamina, OR
2364 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at pdx
2322 miles away
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Meet in McMinnville, OR
2349 miles away
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More about Carissa
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler.
Carissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Carissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Carissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cherished Chihuahuas 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
All breeds
Australian Cattle Dog
Chihuahua
Delta, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Delta
Delta is a Blue Merle. She is very smart. She does work and herd livestock on cue. She does not bother or harms cats. She gets along great with animals and is really great with children. Really a nice service dog mentality. She loves to work and please her human. She is Very Loyal! Very agile and active. She is Embark tested: 100% clear, clean and free of all genetic diseases.
Excellent health testing
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +4 more.Monte, dad
Australian Cattle Dog
About Monte
Carries the Roan and Merle gene
Excellent health testing
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +7 more.Dove, mom
Chihuahua
About Dove
ICA Registered. Embark testing has been completed. She is healthy and will produce healthy puppies.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Methemoglobinemia, +17 more.Berry, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Berry
Berry is a black and tan Classic Dingo, with a speckled gene. She also carries an Orange color gene and a Chocolate color gene. She is very sweet and loyal and loves her person, my son. They run and play all day together and she is always by his side.
Sparkle, mom
Chihuahua
About Sparkle
Sparkle is a Deer head. She is very sweet and loyal. Sparkle is every where I am and loves to follow me around and be with me. Loves walks and snuggles on the couch. Very refined body type.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Methemoglobinemia, +17 more.Maple, mom
Chihuahua
About Maple
Super sweet and snuggly. Loves everyone. Quiet. Not a loud barker.
Jimmy, dad
Chihuahua
About Jimmy
Embark testing has been complete. He is 100% clean and free of all diseases! Yay. God is so good.
Uploaded health tests
Spinal Dysraphism (SD), Epidermolytic Hyperkeratosis, +10 more.Juniper, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Juniper
Juniper is a female Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carissa decided to make her part of their program. Carissa 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.
Sky, mom
Chihuahua
About Sky
3.5 lbs Super sweet and lovable. Loves to snuggle.
Pudding, mom
Chihuahua
About Pudding
Pudding is a female Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carissa decided to make her part of their program. Carissa 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.
Harmonica, mom
Chihuahua
About Harmonica
Harmonica is a super sweet friendly girl. Very snuggly and likeable. She loves everyone. Very smart and well behaved.
Parent health testing
Australian Cattle Dog
Chihuahua
Good level
Cherished Chihuahuas 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 Australian Cattle Dogs.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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 Carissa to bring home their puppies.
Gigi H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
She was amazing. Made the whole process so easy . Didn't have to worry about being scammed. She brought puppy 6 hours to me . I was just amazed with the whole process.
KMKimberly M.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
Carissa was wonderful to work with. She was very knowledgeable about the breed. She answered all my questions, and I in turn received a beautiful, happy, loving, and playful pup. Gidget is the perfect addition to our family She also came to us very well socialized, loves every person, child, dog, and cat she meets. We love her very much. Thank you, Carissa!
ABAmanda B.
Verified owner · Nov. 2023
My new puppy is just perfect. She was obviously socialized and received a lot of love. I’m so happy!
Spring H.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
Carissa made the process so easy. I left with a beautiful chihuahua. She made sure the transition went smoothly by providing a blanket with the scent of her parents. Good Dog app is highly recommended.
Derek G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
It was great !! Carissa and I spoke on the phone often , and i actually flew to her in Portland Oregon from Boston to get my little boy !! He's enriched my life sooo incredibly . Carissa seemed to always return my messages promptly too . And I must say , Carissa's prices were some of the best in the COUNTRY !! 5 Stars
Sylvia W.
Verified owner · Sept. 2022
Carissa was great! The puppy is such a blessing.. he is playful, energetic and such a little lover! He is super affectionate and loves momma! Thank you for the excellent transaction! I couldn’t be happier!
