Conowingo Dames LLC
Meet the breeder
I'm Kate C., the breeder behind Conowingo Dames LLC located in Laurel, MD. We were founded with the goal of contributing beautiful, family-friendly Silken Windhounds to the East Coast community and beyond. We prioritize traits that make our dogs perfect family companions as well as ideal candidates for events such as conformation, obedience, agility, and nose work.
Q. & A. with Kate
Why did you start breeding?
I have always been invested in the well-being of animals. I wanted to give back to the Silken Windhound breed by breeding healthy pups and placing them into loving homes.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are lovingly raised in our home alongside our toddler-aged son, Alden, and sassy grey tabby cat, Houdie. We provide a nurturing environment where our dogs are exposed to a wide range of sights, sounds, and smells to ensure that they are well-rounded and confident. We find so much joy and fulfillment in what we do and would be honored to introduce you to your next beloved furry companion.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Kate
Kate 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
Contract & health guarantee
Kate 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 Kate 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 Kate 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
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 Kate.
Breeder's location
Meet in Laurel, MD
4041 miles away
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More about Kate
Club memberships
Kate is a member of East Coast Silken Windhounds, United Kennel Club, and International Silken Windhound Society.
Kate has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Kate was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Kate’s links
Kate is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Conowingo Dames LLC 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
Izze, mom
Silken Windhound
About Izze
Izze is a female Silken Windhound about 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kate decided to make her part of their program. Kate 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 health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Conowingo Dames LLC 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 Silken Windhounds.
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.
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), Brucellosis
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.
Full Embark Panel, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
