Fisher Link

Richard M.

Breeder of Italian Greyhounds

Brooksville, FL ·
Responds within a day

Available puppies

Angel (Ann)

Ready July 10

5 weeks old · Female

Argento

Ready July 10

5 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Richard M., the breeder behind Fisher Link located in Brooksville, FL. Originally, my wife purchased Steven, our Male, and I was not thrilled. He is a stud of the breed, strong legs, good health the shadow photo of an IG. I felt fixing him would be a waste of a very good IG, so we purchased Gina. See the Live Litter Cam.

Q. & A. with Richard

Why did you start breeding?
A total accident. Steven the IG my wife purchased ended up being the perfect healthy stud of a male IG. We than purchased Gina, after that well we are now breeders. With the goal of bringing loving IG Velcro Dogs to loving homes! our live liter cam
What makes your program special?
The dogs live and learn to be part of an integral environment. We work hard to socialize our IG's as they are typically skidish dogs. Our goal is to introduce them to as many environments, sounds, and people as possible while they are young, to build a level of comfort with society. This is work, but ultimately, the most rewarding engineering project I have done. Puppies will love you forever!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue fawn and blue. 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.

Daino (Dyno)
Reserved
Female
Dutchess (Girl 2)
Reserved
Female

Getting a puppy from Richard

Richard 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Richard partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“As we stated you can reserve the puppy early up to 8 weeks, typically we will be pretty accurate on the dogs behavior absent a huge event, which obviously could change everything with the sale! Meaning, injury, etc. which nobody could forsee.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 deposit and between $3,000 - $3,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

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“Color and sex are the basis for the pricing. The solid blue's typically run a bit more on the market. All deposits are refundable up to 8 weeks of age. after 8 weeks it is a $1500 non-refundable deposit. Also we use APR, American Puppy Registry, they can be AKC as the parents qualify.”

Contract & health guarantee

Richard 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 Richard 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 Richard directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Initial potty training
  - Food & treats
  - Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Brooksville, FL

4783 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tampa Airport

4811 miles away

Meet in Jacksonville, FL

4656 miles away

More about Richard

Richard has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month
Richard was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Richard’s links
- Facebook
- Website

Richard is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Fisher Link 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

Richard M.
Litter update on 24 May, 3:42 PM •
Resting for the big afternoon
Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 24 May, 2:12 AM •
The end of day 36. A trip for two of us to meet our new families Resting up and looking forward to the second biggest day of our 36 day lives See you tomorrow?
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Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 22 May •
We have posted a new recommendation and previous litter updated photos https://share.google/LngSx3y1w32RZkDw1 http://fl-italiangreyhounds.com/Previous-Litters.html Also tomorrow through Monday we are traveling to south florida with the litter For a pair of meet and greets!
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Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 21 May •
Starting to play even more a bit more of awake time on day 34 and very active
Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 20 May •
They have eaten two bowls of soft 1-3 month puppy food with vitamins and a bit of raw and dehydrated proteins Blueberries on top. Great for cell regeneration and repair in dogs. A few fruits and veggies have helpful vitamins and nutrients. We encourage research! But they still need some of mom to wash it down. Our weeds on day 33 growing like puppies! lol We are on puppy cam today. Check out our web page
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Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 20 May •
Day 32 so big Some starting to use litter box. Eating some kibble
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Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 18 May •
Our web site is live http://fl-italiangreyhounds.com/
Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 18 May •
We are up with our web site temporarily parked Cameras are live and working http://fisherlink-development.com/ Works best on tablet or computer or landscape mode
Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 17 May •
http://richardjmatassa.com/Live-Cameras.html Updated new camera page. On your phone landscape mode is best
Steven and Gina's litter
Richard M.
Litter update on 16 May •
Afternoon camera and feed time.
Steven and Gina's litter

Parent dogs

Steven, dad
Italian Greyhound
About Steven
Steven is a male Italian Greyhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Richard decided to make him part of their program. Richard 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.
Gina, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Gina
Gina is a female Italian Greyhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Richard decided to make her part of their program. Richard 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

Good level

Fisher Link 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 Italian Greyhounds.

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.
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.
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.