Fortune Star Ultimate K9s

Julius & Melanie C.

Breeder of Cane Corso

  • Thaxton, VA
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Julius & Melanie C., the breeder behind Fortune Star Ultimate K9s located in Thaxton, VA. We are a passionate and dedicated breeding program that produces dogs with great working drives, conformation, and temperaments. Cane Corso are an incredible breed, and we decided to start our breeding program in order to preserve the wonderful qualities we found in our dogs. They excel both in their work and as companions. We are dedicated to improving our lines with each generation so that the breed will continue to thrive for a long time to come.

Q. & A. with Julius & Melanie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We started our dog journey in 2010 and started our breeding program shortly after in 2013. We started with a pair that made us fall in love with the Corso breed and have not stopped. We have dedicated our time to trying to improve the breed and make sound dogs that can also preform a job.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our breeding program is a little different because we are trainers first. We dedicate a lot of time to our litters by socializing and environmental stimulations. We try to pair each puppy to their new parents based on the puppys needs.

  • 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 Julius & Melanie

Julius & Melanie 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 $1,500 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"The prices for our puppies depends on if you are seeking a companion (pet only) typical price with ear cropping $2000-$3000 or a breeding prospect typical price with ear cropping is $4000- $5000 (title and health requirements before breeding rights released). Pricing also depends upon if we breed in-house or outsource for breeding. We also sometimes have dogs for adoption (1 year+), typical price is $1000-$1850 (spayed/neutered). Deposits received will be deducted from the balance of the puppy. Ear cropping is included in pricing!!! Transportation is NOT included in the cost. We offer transportation at an additional cost. You can pick up your puppy or set up a 3rd party transportation service."

Contract & health guarantee

Julius & Melanie 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 Julius & Melanie 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 Julius & Melanie 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
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Julius & Melanie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Thaxton, VA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Lynchburg Airport (Preston Glenn Field)

Flexible meeting point

Julius & Melanie can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Julius & Melanie

  • Club memberships

    Julius & Melanie is a member of USCA and Piedmont Schutzhund Club .

  • Certifications & recognitions

    IGP Trainer, IGP Handler, Certified Obedience Trainer, Certified Personal Protection Trainer, USCA certified Helper/Decoy.

  • Julius & Melanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Julius & Melanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Julius & Melanie’s links

Julius & Melanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Fortune Star Ultimate K9s 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Fortune Star Ultimate K9s 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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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.

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.

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.

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