Chupacabra Kennel

Monica M.

Breeder of American Hairless Terriers

  • Cañon City, CO
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Monica M., the breeder behind Chupacabra Kennel located in Cañon City, CO. We are a small, family-run breeding program focusing on quality care and good health. Our puppies are the perfect loving & loyal companions! We expose them to cleaning (vacuum,shampooing sounds,mopping,sweeping ect) they go on car rides, are around many indoor plants, children, & ppl w health needs.

Q. & A. with Monica

  • What makes your program special?

    We work on getting the puppies ready for their new homes with minimal anxieties. We want them to be the right fit for you as well as you the right fit for them. Being exposed to everyday life things, they get corrected, reassured, and loved to where they accept and give love freely. These babies are sweet and have wonderful smiles. Their personalities will lighten up even your darkest of days.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies have hairless coats. Coat types may 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.

Getting a puppy from Monica

Monica 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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Contract & health guarantee

Monica 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 Monica 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 Monica 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Monica.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Cañon City, CO

Other pick-up locations

Meet at City of Colorado Springs Airport

More about Monica

  • Monica has been a member of Good Dog for 10 months

    Monica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

Monica is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Chupacabra Kennel 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Chupacabra Kennel 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 American Hairless Terriers.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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 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 (rDVM, not 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), Wisdom 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 Monica to bring home their puppies.

  • Heather M.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Monica made everything so easy for us! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and generous with her time. She also has a lovely family. I couldn’t have hoped to get a puppy from a better breeder and home. Our pup is healthy, socialized, and we are crazy in love with him.

    Kizzy L.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    I had such a great experience with Monica! She is a knowledgeable, kind, & an ethical breeder. From the beginning, she was incredibly responsive & informative, which really helped put me at ease. She sent me updates with videos & pics doing my entire process. My puppy came to me healthy, well-adjusted, & even crate trained—what a dream! Hazel’s been an ABSOLUTE joy to have. My puppy was also eligible to register with the AKC. Hazel is healthy, curious, playful, smart, & just the sweeeeetest girl. I’m so grateful for the care & intention Monica puts into her pups & couldn’t be happier. I will definitely be back to purchase another puppy once I move into my big house. I highly recommend her! 😉✨

    PH

    Pamela H.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Working with Monica was a very pleasant experience. She was very responsive to any questions that we had. Dobey is it's a sweetest puppy. You can tell that Monica and her family take time with these puppies to ensure that the transition into a new house is very smooth.

  • Shannon E.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    Working with Monica to bring little Echo into our family was such a positive experience. She is an excellent communicator and was dedicated to make sure we were a good fit for her puppy. She sent many updates and was so helpful during the pickup process. She continues to be a resource as questions come up. It's clear to me that Echo came from a nurturing, stimulating, and loving environment. He is confident, inquisitive, and happy to learn new things. We are so happy.

    Mari K.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    I really can tell that Monica is the perfect breeder! She treated MAL ( Mary Jane ) well and responded me very nicely. I finally could meet MAL yesterday and she is so cute!! Thank you so much, Monica & your family.💓 Now MAL is in New York but I will take her to Tokyo after 6-7 months. I hope that she can enjoy the life in US & Japan. Monica, you are the best!! Thank you again! Mari

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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