I'm Virginia L., the breeder behind Coolballow Chihuahuas located in Niagara County, NY. We are a small show breeder located in Western NY. We have both long coat and smooth coat Chihuahuas, with a multitude of colors. Our main focus is healthy, happy, and correct puppies who are spoiled rotten!
Q. & A. with Virginia
Why did you start breeding?
My Grandfather raised Malinois, GSD, and Standard Poodles throughout his life. I grew up reading his many books on those breeds and on purebred dogs in general. After doing Chihuahua rescue work for a few years as a teen, I was asked to help a friend handle Chihuahuas. I was hooked for life and the rest is history!
What makes your program special?
Myself, my son, and our vet work together to study pedigrees and are constantly pursuing education to become better breeders. We exhibit our dogs on a local and national level. I bring an artist’s vision, while my son works for a pro handler and brings insight from that. Our trusted vet helps to screen for any health defects in our dogs. They are not just strong in health but temperament and type as well.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Marta
Went home
Female
Snowball
Went home
Male
Quinoa
Went home
Male
Puffin
Went home
Male
Alexis
Went home
Female
Charlie
Went home
Male
TT (Tiny Treasure)
Went home
Female
Rhi
Went home
Female
Alice
Went home
Female
Harper
Went home
Female
Clara
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Virginia
Virginia 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 $2,000 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes the guarantee, AKC Registration, puppy exams, initial sets of vaccinations, socialisation & training, and 4 weeks of training consultation. Deposit is due once a decision is made to bring a puppy home and the remaining balance is due by 12 weeks of age.”
Contract & health guarantee
Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia directly.
Coolballow 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
Ducky, dad
Chihuahua
About Ducky
Ducky is a male Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Virginia decided to make him part of their program. Virginia 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.
Dorian, dad
Chihuahua
About Dorian
Dorian is a male Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Virginia decided to make him part of their program. Virginia 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.
Lex, dad
Chihuahua
About Lex
Lex is a male Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Virginia decided to make him part of their program. Virginia 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.
Mina, mom
Chihuahua
About Mina
Mina is a female Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Virginia decided to make her part of their program. Virginia 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.
Isaac, dad
Chihuahua
About Isaac
Isaac is a male Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Virginia decided to make him part of their program. Virginia 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.
Kit, dad
Chihuahua
About Kit
Kit is a male Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Virginia decided to make him part of their program. Virginia 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Coolballow 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 Chihuahuas.
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.
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.