Elegy Kennels
- Lithia, FL
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies and older dogs
Rue
3 years old · Female
Upcoming litters
Expected Giant Schnauzer litter
Due Feb. 2026
Expected Giant Schnauzer litter
Due May 2026
Planned Giant Schnauzer litter
Due July 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Annika C., the breeder behind Elegy Kennels located in Lithia, FL. Prideful of health testing, temperament testing, socializing, and evaluating our dogs. Exhibiting, trialing, and supporting each breed as a preservationist.
Q. & A. with Annika
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to do my part in contributing to the world of good breeding. Initially starting by assisting others breeders while raising up our dogs, we will always strive to improve each breed we have worked with.What makes your program special?
As a trainer, I focus on giving my puppies the best chance they have at becoming well rounded and confident adults. I provide them with appropriate foundation, train at an early stage, and find strengths in each pup so they're set up for success.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Lilly
Went homeFemale
Ego
Went homeMale
McIntosh
Went homeMale
Honeycrisp
Went homeFemale
Fuji
Went homeMale
Parsnip! 🌻💛
Went homeFemale
Ruby
Went homeFemale
Toto
Went homeFemale
Glinda
Went homeFemale
Gold- cropped male
Went homeMale
Green boy- cropped
Went homeMale
Cato
Went homeMale
Peta bread
Went homeMale
Rue
Went homeFemale
Foxface
Went homeFemale
Elfie
Went homeFemale
Katniss
Went homeFemale
Fox face
Went homeFemale
Peeta
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Annika
Annika 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.
Annika partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.
“We are pet professionals that evaluate prior to health certificate appointments - We drive them to Sarasota where another breeder of the breed, an AKC Judge, and an outside trainer are able to evaluate and assess conformation and temperament.. with all information considered we then make our selections. Show and working homes hold priority. Please contact us directly for more information about our process. We have raised, assessed, worked, and placed hundreds of litters from professional rearing for other programs, working programs and service dog organizations.”
Price
“Pricing for puppies varies per breeding. Please be fully committed prior to filling out an application. Deposits are non refundable but transferable to any future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Annika 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 Annika 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 Annika 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
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Annika.
Breeder's location
Meet in Lithia, FL
824 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tampa Airport
817 miles away
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Meet in Atlanta, GA
530 miles away
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More about Annika
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Royal Canin Crown Breeder, CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), Professional Groomer, Professional trainer.
Annika has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Annika was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Annika is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Elegy Kennels 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
Annika C.
Program update on 04 Mar •Previous pups
Annika C.
Program update on 26 Jan •Some Pupdates!
Annika C.
Program update on 30 June 2025 •…Beautiful cropped female Castle x Nessa Purple collar
Annika C.
Program update on 30 June 2025 •Some of our pups
Parent dogs
Eden, mom
Giant Schnauzer
About Eden
Eden is from our Asparagus x Eve breeding A sporty and playful girlie with a beautiful
Rue, mom
Giant Schnauzer
About Rue
Rue is a female Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Annika decided to make her part of their program. Annika 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.
Asparagus, dad
Giant Schnauzer
About Asparagus
Asparagus is a male Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Annika decided to make him part of their program. Annika 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.
Uploaded health tests
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA).PrimRose, mom
Giant Schnauzer
About PrimRose
PrimRose is a female Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Annika decided to make her part of their program. Annika 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.
Stolas, dad
Giant Schnauzer
About Stolas
Stolas is a male Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Annika decided to make him part of their program. Annika 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.
Eve, mom
Giant Schnauzer
About Eve
Eve is a female Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Annika decided to make her part of their program. Annika 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.
Lucifer, mom
Giant Schnauzer
About Lucifer
Lucifer is a female Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Annika decided to make her part of their program. Annika 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.
Hades, dad
Giant Schnauzer
About Hades
Hades is a male Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Annika decided to make him part of their program. Annika 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.
Bo, mom
Giant Schnauzer
About Bo
Bo is a female Giant Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Annika decided to make her part of their program. Annika 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
Excellent level
Elegy Kennels 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 Giant Schnauzers.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
