



Expected Borzoi litter
Due Mar. 2026
I'm Samantha I., the breeder behind Chernaya Voda Borzoi located in Monument, CO. Our focus is to ensure correct forms and temperaments for show and pet homes. Purposeful in everything; which includes careful selection of breeding, and extensive health testing with the goal of bettering the breed. We do not breed for quantity, but quality behind every dog.
What makes your program special?
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Where do your breeding dogs live?
Samantha 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Samantha partners with them to find the best puppy match.

"If you're interested in a puppy please apply. This information will help us find the right match for you. Once you apply, we will get back to you about availability, and pricing."
Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Samantha.
Meet in Monument, CO
Meet at City of Colorado Springs Airport
Flexible meeting point
Samantha can meet at a location that works for both of you
Club memberships
Samantha is a member of Rocky Mountain Borzoi Club, Colorado Kennel Club, and Borzoi Club of America.
Samantha has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Samantha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Samantha’s links

Chernaya Voda Borzoi meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Borzoi
About Nochka
Nochka is a male Borzoi. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Samantha decided to make him part of their program. Samantha 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.
Borzoi
About Anfisa
Anfisa is a female Borzoi. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Samantha decided to make her part of their program. Samantha 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.
Borzoi
About Lucky Strike
Lucky Strike is a male Borzoi. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Samantha decided to make him part of their program. Samantha 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.
Great level
Chernaya Voda Borzoi 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 Borzois.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).