Dixie's Finest Havanese

Denise H.

Breeder of Havanese

Meet the breeder

I'm Denise H., the breeder behind Dixie's Finest Havanese located in Gloucester, VA. We love this breed and the experience of raising beautiful babies! Our mission is to raise pups that will become your best friend. We are a simple, family-run breeding program offering loving and loyal companions to others. We focus on quality care and health with each litter we raise.

Q. & A. with Denise

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I am one of the lucky ones. 64 years ago, I was born to a family who raised and showed dogs. So it is safe to say I have been loving and training dogs literally my whole life.

  • What makes your program special?

    I do my research before I make any cross. I only want to produce Havanese that are healthy and meet the breed standards. Each litter is recorded and notes about the puppies and their personality as well as overall appearance is included.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include chocolate and black. 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.

Getting a puppy from Denise

Denise 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 $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes guarantee, AKC Puppy Registration, deworming, first puppy vaccination, toy, and blanket that has been with Mom and pups,.”

Contract & health guarantee

Denise 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 Denise 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 Denise 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
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Denise.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Gloucester, VA

124 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Richmond Airport (Byrd Field)

106 miles away

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More about Denise

  • Denise has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Denise was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Denise’s links

Denise is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Dixie's Finest Havanese 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Dixie's Finest Havanese 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 Havanese.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.

  • 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.

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