I'm KATHY M., the breeder behind Diamond Beagles located in Sun City West, AZ. The Beagles temperament is legendary, and its reputation is made more of fact than fiction. This dog really is a great family member and a gentle, loving companion. Sure, the breed’s obedience skills might leave something to be desired, but many people have managed to put obedience and agility titles on their beagles. All this breed needs is a patient owner and a handful of liver snacks.
Q. & A. with KATHY
Why did you start breeding?
Growing up I showed horses in hunter/jumper. After a knee injury, I was unable to compete at the level I had previously enjoyed. My competitive side and my love for the beagle led me to the world of AKC conformation. Through good friends and mentoring I have grown to enjoy this sport and the joys the whelping box brings.
What makes your program special?
I am a hobby breeder that only breeds a litter when I am looking to the future (about every 3-4 years). I have worked hard over the last 10 years to develop the knowledge and understanding of health testing, pedigree research, and the AKC standard that I uphold. I am an AKC Breeder of Merit and test all my Breeding Dogs with Embark. Puppies are raised in my home and well socialized.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include 13-inch and 15-inch sizes. Sizes 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.
Celest
Went home
Female
Mooney
Went home
Male
Angel
Went home
Female
Logan
Went home
Male
Auora
Went home
Female
Mira
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from KATHY
KATHY 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 $500 deposit and between $1,350 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes puppy, puppy pack, AKC registration, health guarantee and lifetime breeder support. Deposit is refunded on a case by case basis if necessary. I would not want someone to take a puppy home just because they put a deposit down.”
Contract & health guarantee
KATHY 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 KATHY 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 KATHY directly.
Diamond Beagles 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
Betty Boop, mom
Beagle
About Betty Boop
Betty Boop is a female Beagle about 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, KATHY decided to make her part of their program. KATHY 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
Good level
Diamond Beagles 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 Beagles.
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).