Darrfield
- Richmond, VA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Desiree H., the breeder behind Darrfield located in Richmond, VA. Prospects have proper registration papers, pedigree, COI, and CHIC. They participate in sports and events. We will take back/help re-home dogs with no charge.
Q. & A. with Desiree
Why did you start breeding?
Hazel was the first in her pedigree to have documented CHIC. We are focusing on getting closer to the elements that make up a good dog.What makes your program special?
Through research and determination in years to follow we improved upon lines to forge betterment for the breed.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and black and white and liver brown. Colors will 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.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Darrfield’s Ebenezer Scrooge
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Rey
Went homeFemale
Prince
Went homeMale
Hermione
Went homeFemale
Harry
Went homeMale
Hela
Went homeFemale
Charles
Went homeMale
Ron
Went homeMale
Bucky
Went homeMale
Caesar
Went homeMale
Willy
Went homeMale
Diego
Went homeMale
Chunk
Went homeMale
Violet
Went homeFemale
Roly-Poly
Went homeMale
Peach
Went homeFemale
Link
Went homeMale
Sonny
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Desiree
Desiree 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 $750 non-refundable deposit and $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price varies due to dog or bitches BAER testing results. This deposit will be credited towards the purchase price and is non-refundable in that the breeder is not required to return it.”
Contract & health guarantee
Desiree 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 Desiree 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 Desiree 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Desiree.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Richmond, VA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Richmond Airport (Byrd Field)
Meet in Raleigh, NC
More about Desiree
Desiree has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Desiree was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Desiree is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Darrfield 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
Desiree H.
Program update on 20 Nov. •Darrfield is producing versatile, trainable, well-tempered dogs - and raising them in a stable, active, family- integrated environment.
Desiree H.
Program update on 20 Nov. •…To be a true coach dog, a Dalmatian must have the endurance, strength, structure, and confidence to run long distances with purpose-not just look pretty in a picture. 📸: Brittani’s Pawsitive Dog Training, LLC
Desiree H.
Program update on 12 Nov. •…Denali and I had a great day at the UKC show! He earned his class and Best Male ribbons and handled the busy barn environment like a pro. Every step is progress! 💚🐾
Desiree H.
Program update on 12 Nov. •…Loyal. Intelligent. Versatile. Unique. Beautiful. 🖤🤍 The Dalmatian - a breed immortalized on ancient Egyptian tombs and chariots, celebrated for its history and endurance. Once guardians of horse-drawn carriages and fire stations, they’ve proven their versatility time and again - excelling as bird dogs, trail hounds, retrievers, and even pack hunters for boar and stag. Today, their legacy continues in the show ring, in sports, and in our hearts. ✨🐾
Desiree H.
Program update on 07 Nov. •He’s so handsome 🥰🤩
Desiree H.
Program update on 20 Sept. •Events like this remind me why I love being part of such a supportive, dog-loving community. 🐾❤️
Desiree H.
Program update on 20 Sept. •🐾 Training builds teamwork and confidence 💚
Desiree H.
Program update on 05 Sept. •…✨ Another title added to Diego’s name! ✨ Darrfield’s Hall of Famer CGC STR TKN VHMA VHMP This boy continues to impress me with his drive, brains, and personality. 🐾💚
Desiree H.
Program update on 05 Sept. •Denali takes his job as the living room lookout very seriously 👀🐾 Meanwhile, Hazel is like… ‘wake me when it’s dinner.’ 💕
Desiree H.
Program update on 05 Sept. •Diego did it! 🖤🤍 I’m so proud of this boy and how far he’s come — teamwork, training, and trust really pay off. 🐾✨
Parent dogs
Diego, dad
Dalmatian
About Diego
Carries Liver
Good health testing
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA).
Tillu, dad
Dalmatian
About Tillu
bbEE
Excellent health testing
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Denali, dad
Dalmatian
About Denali
BbEE
Excellent health testing
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Hazel, mom
Dalmatian
About Hazel
Liver; Lemon Carrier (bbEe)
Excellent health testing
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +4 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Darrfield 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 Dalmatians.
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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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
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 Desiree to bring home their puppies.
TIMOTHY D.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
Everything was perfect.
Anna S.
Verified owner · Apr. 2024
Desiree was great to work with. She kept me informed and sent photos throughout the process and brought my new puppy to me. I am so in love with my new puppy Beckham.
Kathryn Y.
Verified owner · May 2024
Desiree communicated all through the process and sent me updated pictures of my puppy which was really nice! So in love with our new baby!
Nicole F.
Verified owner · Feb. 2023
+6Darrfield was extremely professional yet very personable. The whole experience couldn’t have gone better. We are so thankful for our new baby!
