Firebird Show Dogs

Christa S.

Breeder of Cotons de Tulear

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Christa S., the breeder behind Firebird Show Dogs located in Sun Prairie, WI. Our focus is producing structurally sound, healthy Cotons while maintaining their joie de vivre temperaments. We compete in conformation in various venues (UKC, AKC.) Our dogs are health tested above CHIC requirements. We can be a lifetime mentor to you as a pet owner, conformation or performance.

Q. & A. with Christa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I showed dogs for many years, fostered many litters, and mentored under a number of wonderful individuals in many breeds before I decided to raise my first litter. I am a strong believer in proving my dogs in conformation and health testing above and beyond what is required. My passion is to share the joy of the Coton de Tulear with everyone.

  • What makes your program special?

    I am the only Coton breeder in Wisconsin who titles their dogs in conformation and health tests. I serve on the board for our UKC National Parent Breed Club - The North American Coton Association as treasurer as well as show chair. I am also the current president of the North Central Illinois Pekingese Club. I strive to produce stable, well-rounded, healthy pets and show prospects.

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

    Our puppies are white. 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 Christa

Christa 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 between $4,000 - $6,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"The price does not include transportation. Puppies are dewormed and vaccinated at age-appropriate intervals. Puppies are microchipped. Puppies come with a genetic health guarantee. Puppies are the same price, regardless of pet or show prospects. Deposits are due once puppies are one week old."

Contract & health guarantee

Christa 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 Christa 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 Christa 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
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Sun Prairie, WI

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport

Meet in Minneapolis, MN

More about Christa

  • Club memberships

    Christa is a member of NORTH AMERICAN COTON ASSOCIATION, NORTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS PEKINGESE CLUB, and Badger Kennel Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Royal Canin Crown Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit, CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Christa has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Christa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Christa’s links

Christa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Firebird Show Dogs 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

Excellent level

Firebird Show Dogs 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 Cotons de Tulear.

  • 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.

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes (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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Neonatal Ataxia, Bandera's Disease, Primary Hyperoxaluria, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Hyperuricosuria (HUU)

    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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.