I'm Cynthia S., the breeder behind Grande Kennels located in Hayward, CA. Grande Kennels, founded by Cynthia Silva, is a Latina and women-owned kennel with 17+ years in veterinary medicine & breeding. We specialize in Cane Corsos breeding with purpose, raising healthy, loyal companions, and supporting families for life.
Q. & A. with Cynthia
Why did you start breeding?
I have loved dogs forever. I have had several different breeds but have fallen deeply in love with Cane Corsos. They have incredible temperaments, are loyal and loving, and of course majestic ! As advocates of this amazing breed, it is my goal to give our pups and dogs the best lives possible. It has been an absolute honor to better the breed by pairing the perfect healthy balanced sire & dam.
What makes your program special?
Our breeding program stands out amongst others because of the personal attention we give to every detail of the journey. All dogs deserve nothing less than to be cherished, spoiled, and pampered, so we strive to give each the attention and love they need and to place all our puppies in homes where they will be loved as family members. We love getting to know our Grande Family. IG: Grande_Kennels
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, black brindle, and gray brindle. 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.
Pablo
Went home
Male
King
Went home
Male
Jax
Went home
Male
Vienna
Went home
Female
Nala
Went home
Female
Bella
Went home
Female
Tank
Went home
Male
Archie
Went home
Male
Max
Went home
Male
Layla
Went home
Female
Diesel
Went home
Male
Luna
Went home
Female
Zeus
Went home
Male
Siren
Went home
Female
Sapphire
Went home
Female
Magnum
Went home
Male
Diesel
Went home
Male
Zoe
Went home
Female
Max
Went home
Male
Sapphire
Went home
Female
Nala
Went home
Female
Orso
Went home
Male
Lola Bunny
Went home
Female
Pantera
Went home
Female
Power
Went home
Male
Envy
Went home
Female
Diesel
Went home
Male
Kamaiyah
Went home
Female
Katana
Went home
Female
Nitrous
Went home
Male
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Ruger
Went home
Male
Lady Danger
Went home
Female
P
Went home
Male
Sig
Went home
Male
Bagheera
Went home
Male
Caution
Went home
Male
Hazard
Went home
Male
Trouble
Went home
Female
Fiji
Went home
Female
Maui
Went home
Female
Queen Ily
Went home
Female
Rex
Went home
Male
Niko
Went home
Male
Magic
Went home
Male
Glo
Went home
Male
Doja
Went home
Female
Nani
Went home
Female
Lilo
Went home
Female
Malia
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Cynthia
Cynthia 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our puppies are fully registered with AKC & ICCF . Full breeding rights included .Tails are docked. Ears are cropped at 6 weeks old unless opted out by new owners. Dewclaws Vaccinated and dewormed. Deposit is secured to reserve your puppy and lock in their ear crop appointments. Deposit goes towards the price of your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cynthia 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 Cynthia 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 Cynthia directly.
Grande Kennels 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
Layla, mom
Cane Corso
About Layla
Layla is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cynthia decided to make her part of their program. Cynthia 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.
Roman, dad
Cane Corso
About Roman
Roman is a male Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cynthia decided to make him part of their program. Cynthia 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.
Roman, dad
Cane Corso
About Roman
Roman is a powerful, majestic Cane Corso with a bold presence and elite bloodlines. ICCF and AKC registered, he’s everything you want in a sire: loyal, protective, intelligent, and well-structured. His broad chest, massive head, and calm, confident temperament make him the perfect foundation for strong, balanced puppies. Roman passes down not only his stunning looks — but also his fearless loyalty, stable mind, and trainable nature.
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Health testing info (OFA, DNA, etc.)
Pedigree highlights
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Ursula, mom
Cane Corso
About Ursula
Ursula is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cynthia decided to make her part of their program. Cynthia 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.
Nitro, dad
Cane Corso
About Nitro
Nitro is a male Cane Corso almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cynthia decided to make him part of their program. Cynthia 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.
Karma, mom
Cane Corso
About Karma
Karma is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cynthia decided to make her part of their program. Cynthia 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
Great level
Grande Kennels 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.