



I'm Nona D., the breeder behind Gingerbred Havanese located in Minnesota. Gingerbred Havanese is a small, in home kennel. We strive to breed Havanese according to the AKC standard. We do all health testing, actually more than the National club recommends, and breed only AKC Champion dogs.

Why did you start breeding?
What makes your program special?
Where do your breeding dogs live?

Nona 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.

Nona 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 Nona 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 Nona directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nona.
Meet in Minnesota
913 miles away
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Club memberships
Nona is a member of North Star Havanese Club, Minnesota Purebred Dog Breeders Association, Havanese Club of America, and Russian Toy Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Nona has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Nona was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Gingerbred Havanese meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Great level
Gingerbred Havanese 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.
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.
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.