Hierarchy Kennel
Meet the breeder
I'm Dionne P., the breeder behind Hierarchy Kennel located in Winston, GA. We are a small family-operated Cane Corso breeder. We are dedicated to preserving our established bloodlines which include temperament, health, standard, heavy bone, phenomenal structure, and large magnificent heads.
Q. & A. with Dionne
Why did you start breeding?
I am a three generational breederWhat makes your program special?
We focus on the health and temperament of our dogs. We believe maintaining our dog's structure and function is key and we never sway on standards. Our dogs are tested inside the ring and out.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include gray and fawn, chestnut brindle, black, black brindle, fawn, gray, gray brindle, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Dionne
Dionne 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
"Show/Breeding prices: $4,500 Family Companion prices: $3000, with ears $3500. Deposit $500.00."
Contract & health guarantee
Dionne 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 Dionne 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 Dionne directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Dionne.
Breeder's location
Meet in Winston, GA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport
More about Dionne
Club memberships
Dionne is a member of Came Corso Association America and Kenessaw Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, Licensed Veterinary Technician, Certificate in Managing Genetics for the Future (Institute of Canine Biology), Puppy Culture Breeder.
Dionne has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Dionne was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Dionne is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hierarchy Kennel 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
Cara, mom
Cane Corso
About Cara
27”, 135 pounds, Gray Brindle, Athletic, Well Balanced Temperament
Argos, dad
Cane Corso
About Argos
Large bone black male, 140 pounds 27” tall, Moderate working drive, with a Stable Temperament that can either work on a farm or Service dog, moderate prey drive.
Jessebelle, mom
Cane Corso
About Jessebelle
Jessebelle is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Legacy, mom
Cane Corso
About Legacy
Legacy is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Castiel, dad
Cane Corso
About Castiel
Castiel is a male Cane Corso almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dionne decided to make him part of their program. Dionne 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.
Salvatore, dad
Cane Corso
About Salvatore
Salvatore is a male Cane Corso over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dionne decided to make him part of their program. Dionne 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.
Esme, mom
Cane Corso
About Esme
Esme is a female Cane Corso over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Oracle, mom
Cane Corso
About Oracle
Oracle is a female Cane Corso over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Gracie, mom
Cane Corso
About Gracie
Gracie is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Apollo, dad
Cane Corso
About Apollo
Apollo is a male Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dionne decided to make him part of their program. Dionne 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.
Lyanna, mom
Cane Corso
About Lyanna
Lyanna is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Athena, mom
Cane Corso
About Athena
Athena is a female Cane Corso almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Lucian, dad
Cane Corso
About Lucian
Lucian is a male Cane Corso almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dionne decided to make him part of their program. Dionne 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.
Oakley, mom
Cane Corso
About Oakley
Oakley is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Chloe, mom
Cane Corso
About Chloe
Chloe is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Grim, mom
Cane Corso
About Grim
Grim is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Queen, mom
Cane Corso
About Queen
Queen is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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.
Danny, mom
Cane Corso
About Danny
Danny is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dionne decided to make her part of their program. Dionne 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
Excellent level
Hierarchy Kennel 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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Dentition
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.
Animal Genetics Panel, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC), Dominant Black DNA Test, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
