Cornerstone Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm Jenny B., the breeder behind Cornerstone Kennels located in Colorado. Cornerstone is a breeder of AKC Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and AKC Rottweilers in the beautiful Front Range of Colorado. Cornerstone was founded by Rita Rimler and is based on the philosophy of breeding “Dogs of Form and Function”. We are dedicated to breeding healthy, structurally sound, and correct dogs who can and DO succeed at performing the working activities they were originally bred to do. Rita & Jenny are both proud to be recognized as AKC “Breeders of Merit”, and Cornerstone Dogs have been competing and excelling at such activities as Conformation, Herding, Draft Work, Agility, Obedience, Rally, and Pack-hiking.
Q. & A. with Jenny
Why did you start breeding?
Cornerstone Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs was established in 1996 with foundation dog, Griff, CH Corner Creek’s Solid Gold Hit, CDX, RA, NDD, AOM. Griff was a great show dog, a true working dog, and a wonderful family member. Jenny joined the Cornerstone family when she acquired Gerda, Griff’s Granddaughter, from Rita in 2010. Since then, Gerda has been bred twice, and together Rita and Jenny continue to produce Swissies of superior quality. Cornerstone Rottweilers was founded in 2014 when Jenny and Rita, breeders of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, decided to branch out and include Rottweilers in their breeding program. Spice was purchased from a well-respected breeder, Daviann Mitchell of Nighthawk Rottweilers in Southern California. The decision to include Rottweilers in the Cornerstone family was an easy one. Jenny had owned Rottweilers previously and was very familiar with their wonderful, easy-going temperaments and superior intelligence.What makes your program special?
We are totally committed to these wonderful breeds and strive to breed dogs with strong breed type, working temperaments, health, and longevity and above all else that make great family companions. Our dogs are an integral part our family and they are involved in many working activities. Our puppies are raised inside our home and are heavily socialized. Puppies will be selectively placed in appropriate and loving homes. We carefully review potential new owners and work to match them with the puppy whose temperament best suits their lifestyle and personalities. Questions are always welcome.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Jenny
Jenny 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
Connect with Jenny to learn more details about pricing.
“If Cornerstone does NOT have a puppy for you after you have given a deposit, we will either apply the deposit to a future litter or refund the deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jenny 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 Jenny 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 Jenny 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
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 Jenny.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Colorado
5052 miles away
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More about Jenny
Club memberships
Jenny is a member of Mile High Rottweiler Club of Greater Denver and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Jenny has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Jenny was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Jenny is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cornerstone Kennels 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 health testing
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Rottweiler
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Cornerstone Kennels 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs.
Hip Dysplasia
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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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 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.
Dentition, Shoulder Osteochondrosis
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
