Durgin Hollow

Alissa D.

Breeder of Cane Corso

Hampstead, NH

Meet the breeder

I'm Alissa D., the breeder behind Durgin Hollow located in Hampstead, NH. At Durgin Hollow, we breed Cani Corsi with purpose and passion, prioritizing health, sound temperament, and structure. Our puppies are raised in a family setting, building the confidence and loyalty this noble breed is known for—exceptional guardians and companions for life.

Q. & A. with Alissa

Why did you start breeding?
I was brought up with close family who bred purebred dogs all my life. I originally bred boxers but decided to move away from the breed I loved due to the high rate of health issues in that breed. After a year of research and months of trying to finding the perfect pup, I brought Akara home in 2022. The rest, as they say, is history.
What makes your program special?
A Cane Corso is not the right fit for everyone. People who do pass screening and commit to one of our puppies will get lifetime breeder support. We can proudly produce health records including PennHip (0.48/0.48), genetic screening (DSRA -, DM1-), DNA testing (100% Cane Corso) and regular vet visits. In order to set your puppy up for success, we even begin basic obedience training
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include chestnut brindle, black brindle, and gray brindle. 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.

Zeus (Myers)
Went home
Male
Sage
Went home
Female
Tangina
Went home
Female
Vorhooes
Went home
Male
Frankenstein
Went home
Male
Banshee
Went home
Female
Grimm
Went home
Male
Sienna
Went home
Female
Babadook
Went home
Male
Voodoo
Went home
Male
Freddy Kruger
Went home
Male
Jack Skellington
Went home
Male
Torrence
Went home
Male
Nyx
Went home
Female

Getting a puppy from Alissa

Alissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

Pay over time with Klarna.

“Price includes tail docking & dew claw removal, AKC registration, appropriate vaccines, deworming, veterinary health certificates, weekly photo/video updates & begin early stages of obedience training. Deposit is nonrefundable & makes your chosen puppy unavailable for anyone else to choose.”

Contract & health guarantee

Alissa 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 Alissa 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 Alissa directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

You’re protected
on Good Dog

When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.

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 in new places
  - Daily handling
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
  - Microchip
- Extras
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Toys
  - Initial potty training
  - AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Hampstead, NH

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Portsmouth Airport at Pease

Meet in Salem, NH

More about Alissa

Certifications & recognitions
Canine Nutritionist.
Alissa has been a member of Good Dog for 12 months
Alissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Alissa’s links
- Facebook

Alissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Durgin Hollow 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

AD
Alissa D.
Program update on 03 May •
⚡️ Meet Zeus: The 7-Month-Old "Turn-Key" Corso ⚡️ It is rare to find a young Cane Corso who is this far along in his journey! Due to a change in his owner’s circumstances, Zeus (Formerly Myers, white collar) is returning to us through no fault of his own. His owner does not have the appropriate time for him and he is spending 10 to 12 hours a day in a crate with no breaks. If you’ve been looking for the powerful presence of a Corso but want to skip the "puppy chaos," Zeus is a total unicorn. The Highlights: • Advanced Training🐾: Zeus is off-leash trained with near-perfect recall and is e-collar conditioned. He has a solid foundation with commands like "Sit," "Down," "Come," "Stay," "Crate," and a focused "Go get it" for fetching. He does need work on jumping I'm told though. • Trust & Temperament💜: (Check out the video!) He has excellent impulse control and will happily "Let me see" when asked to release his bone. • Proven Socialization✨️👥🐈: He has been raised in a busy home with children, a female Corso, and cats. • Health & Genetics🧬: Zeus comes from fully health-tested parents. You can view our extensive health reports—including Hips, Basic Cardiac, and a full genetic and DNA Disease Panel (including DSRA)—on our Good Dog profile. • Current Status🩺: He is UTD on Rabies and Distemper. For total peace of mind, I will be personally taking him for a fresh veterinary health check as soon as he is back in my care. Everything You Need🎒: Zeus is ready to step right into your life and will come with his crate, bowls, leash, and collar to help him settle in seamlessly. As a breeder, my commitment to my dogs lasts a lifetime. We are looking for a breed-savvy home that will appreciate and maintain the incredible training foundation he already has. He is big boy and is nowhere near full size. He needs ongoing training, as all his littermates do, until he reaches mental maturity. This is approximately age 2 years old. Potential owners need to be committed to providing the structure required to raise a well balanced cane corso. DISCLAIMER: He is a Cane Corso puppy! Not a golden retriever! I will only allow him to go to an owner who meets my criteria and understands his needs.
…
AD
Alissa D.
Program update on 24 Dec 2025 •
Banshee is still looking for her forever home!
AD
Alissa D.
Litter update on 18 Dec 2025 •
Banshee wants to know why she's the last one to find a home!
Volk and Akara's litter
AD
Alissa D.
Litter update on 12 Dec 2025 •
We have only 3 pups left out of this massive 14 puppy litter! 1 dark gray brindle female (Banshee) and 2 black brindle males (Frank and Myers). They're hoping to have homes and couches by Christmas!
Volk and Akara's litter
AD
Alissa D.
Program update on 08 Dec 2025 •
My little troublemaker
AD
Alissa D.
Program update on 05 Dec 2025 •
AD
Alissa D.
Program update on 04 Dec 2025 •
AD
Alissa D.
Litter update on 30 Nov 2025 •
Puppies are ready to be home for Christmas!
Volk and Akara's litter
AD
Alissa D.
Program update on 22 Nov 2025 •
Outside time after the vet!
AD
Alissa D.
Program update on 16 Nov 2025 •
Morning mayhem

Parent dogs

Akara, mom
Cane Corso
About Akara
Akara is exactly what a Cane Corso should be! Has a very balanced temperment. Very protective of the home but a dream on a leash out in public. She has a goofy disposition that she shows her pack members. She's extremely well natured and a love
Good health testing
DNA Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +3 more.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Durgin Hollow 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 Cane Corso.

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 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Agouti DNA Test, DNA Profile, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 1 (NCL1), Cane Corso Type, Dental-skeletal-retinal anomaly (DSRA), Cone Degeneration, German Shepherd Dog Type, DNA Disease 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).