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OPA! Havanese (formerly Elysium Fields)
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- Morriston, FL
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Havanese litter
Due Nov. 2025
Ready Feb. 4, 2026
Expected Havanese litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Feb. 9, 2026
Expected Havanese litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Feb. 10, 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Catherine Y., the breeder behind OPA! Havanese (formerly Elysium Fields) located in Morriston, FL. The goal i set and which I believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy puppies that are well socialized and meet the breed standards which will make a well-rounded adult dog. Our Havanese are from exceptional CH & GCH lines. OFA tested-Hips, patella, elbows, eyes, heart.
Q. & A. with Catherine
Why did you start breeding?
I bought my first puppy from an exceptional breeder to show and eventually breed, a male from an imported line and fell in love. I then got a lovely female from the same breeder and successfully showed her and had my first litter in 2018. I love the breed and feel blessed to breed beautiful litters and spread the joy.What makes your program special?
I raise my pups in our home, and give them plenty of love, and the opportunity to socialize. They are exposed to many animals, people, sounds. My goal is to send a puppy into its new home prepared for success, we're a team, and you have my support from the moment you pick up your pup throughout its lifetime.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white, cream, gold, red, black, silver sable, black and silver, red sable, and gold sable. 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.
CH Oliver Twisty Tail “Oli”
Went homeMale
Kisloni
Went homeFemale
Sake
Went homeMale
Skippy
Went homeMale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Ameretto
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Catherine
Catherine 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 non-refundable deposit and $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies are vaccinated (first shots), dewormed, microchipped & microchip registration included & health certificates. AKC Limited Registration to pet homes. The deposit is a hold fee to hold a puppy for the buyer. If I don’t have a puppy in the litter for them, I will refund the deposit or apply it to another puppy in a different litter. If the buyer decides to not complete the purchase the deposit is non refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Catherine 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 Catherine 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 Catherine 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
- 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Catherine.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Morriston, FL
731 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gainesville Airport
702 miles away
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Meet in Jacksonville, FL
647 miles away
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More about Catherine
Club memberships
Catherine is a member of Mid Florida Havanese Club and Havanese Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Royal Canin Crown Breeder, CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Catherine has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Catherine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Catherine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
OPA! Havanese (formerly Elysium Fields) 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
Catherine Y.
Litter update on 12 Dec. •
Patch and Miko's litter
Catherine Y.
Litter update on 01 Dec. •2 lovely red girls and a clear red boy that will be light with red spots as he grows. Nice size for this little mom.
Jonah and Amaretto "Ame"'s litter
Catherine Y.
Litter update on 01 Dec. •2 lovely boys
Solo and Violet's litter
Catherine Y.
Litter update on 24 Nov. •Violet has 3 puppies coming next week too!! Can't wait to meet them!
Solo and Violet's litter
Catherine Y.
Litter update on 24 Nov. •Amaretto has 3 pups coming next week. 12/2 eta. Can't wait!!
Jonah and Amaretto "Ame"'s litter
Catherine Y.
Litter update on 24 Nov. •Miko & Patch have had their puppies today. 3 girls and 2 boys. So sweet and tiny.
Patch and Miko's litter
Parent dogs
Violet, mom
Havanese
About Violet
Violet is a feisty, confident girl. She was a great show dog and won quickly as a pup. She was fun in the ring because she's outgoing and she loved her job, showing off. She had a signature spin at the beginning of every down and back. She has her GCH Bronze metal, Silver in Owner Handled, showed to number 2 owner handled by me in 2023, won Best Opposite best girl at the AKC Owner Handled Finals. An award of Merit at the big Royal Canin National Show in 2023. Showed at Westminster in 2024. Ended showing early in 2024 but still placed number 4 O/H that year and again we went to finals. She's been a successful show girl that hopefully passes it on to her pups. Sweet and fun!i
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation.Miko, mom
Havanese
About Miko
Miko is a CH havanese and has an incredible thick coat. She's affectionate and sweet. She and Patch will have lovely top quality pups. Both have their OFA Chic.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Amaretto "Ame", mom
Havanese
About Amaretto "Ame"
Amaretto, we call her Ame, is the sweetest and quietest of my Havanese. She's confident but cuddly, and loves sitting on the couch with me, running around the farm, and being adorable. She was a show dog and is a push button show dog. She has her Canine Good Citizens certificate and has passed the Temperament Test as well. She's the best of moms, and takes great care of her pups.
Uploaded health tests
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA).Forrest, dad
Havanese
About Forrest
Forrest is a male Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Catherine decided to make him part of their program. Catherine 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.
Lucy, mom
Havanese
About Lucy
Lucy is a female Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Catherine decided to make her part of their program. Catherine 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
Excellent level
OPA! Havanese (formerly Elysium Fields) 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
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.
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.
Temperament Test
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
