I'm Diane B., the breeder behind Daimler Belgians and Keeshonden located in Lake Zurich, IL. We breed and show top-quality Keeshonden and Belgian Sheepdogs. We focus on health, temperament, type, and conformation to the breed standards. Our puppies are well-rounded and can excel in competitions, but most importantly, they make wonderful companions for loving families and individuals.
Q. & A. with Diane
Why did you start breeding?
Our dogs are excellent representations of the breed, and we are proud to continue their line. We breed to both help ensure the future of the breed and to improve upon our dogs' fantastic traits with each generation.
What makes your program special?
We do an enormous amount of work daily challenging our puppies, resulting in resilient dogs that are ready to meet all the world can offer. We have produced multiple Best in Show, High in Trial winners in both our breeds. We are most proud of our loving companion homes that enjoy their loving, mentally solid, healthy, pretty dogs to their fullest.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Diane
Diane 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies go home with AKC registration and a microchip, and they are dewormed, vaccinated, and socialized to the nines. Each puppy will also leave with our proven success puppy manual. Once the puppies are born, we discuss with each family prior to their deposit going into the bank.”
Contract & health guarantee
Diane 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 Diane 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 Diane directly.
Daimler Belgians and Keeshonden 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
Belgian Sheepdog
Keeshond
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Daimler Belgians and Keeshonden 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 Belgian Sheepdogs.
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.