Keljim's Chihuahuas

Kelley S.

Breeder of Chihuahuas

  • Louisa, VA · 76 miles away
  • Meetup available in Fairfax, VA
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

GCH Jaguar
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Expected Chihuahua litter

Due Oct. 2026

Ready Dec. 16

Meet the breeder

I'm Kelley S., the breeder behind Keljim's Chihuahuas located in Louisa, VA. Keljim’s Chihuahuas has over 20 years of dedication to the breed, focusing on soundness, temperament, and breed standard. Puppies are raised in-home with early stimulation, socialization, crate and potty training, plus lifelong breeder support.

Q. & A. with Kelley

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I first got a Chihuahua which I never thought I would as I love big dogs, but I immediately fell in love with their huge personalities and I was hooked. When I went to get another (they are like potato chips, you can't have just one!) I got her from an amazing show breeder/handler and the rest is history.

  • What makes your program special?

    Each puppy at Keljim’s Chihuahuas is started on an early neurological stimulation program designed to support confident temperaments and healthy stress responses. Puppies are gently and safely exposed to a variety of environments, people, and age-appropriate experiences, helping them grow into well-adjusted, confident companions capable of handling new situations with ease.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include long and smooth coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, chocolate, cream, fawn, black sabled fawn, blue fawn, and white. 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.

Getting a puppy from Kelley

Kelley 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, Kelley partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Care is taken to match puppies with the home that is most suitable for each individual. Puppies are matched according to what the buyer is looking for whether a show prospect puppy, an addition to their breeding program, or a wonderful life-long loving companion animal. We strive to balance the puppy personality with buyers desire for a certain size/look in order to create the best match possible and ensure that our puppy goes to it’s forever home.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $5,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppy price will vary depending on if the puppy is for a family pet (limited AKC registration and a spay/neuter contract), or is a show or breeding prospect. A puppy can be "held" with a $500 deposit and a written agreement that you understand that the deposit is non-refundable in accordance with the sales contract parameters.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kelley 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 Kelley 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 Kelley 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 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Louisa, VA

76 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Washington Dulles Airport

6 miles away

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Meet in Fairfax, VA

16 miles away

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More about Kelley

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Bred With H.E.A.R.T..

  • Kelley has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months

    Kelley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • Kelley’s links

Kelley is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Keljim's Chihuahuas 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

Good level

Keljim's Chihuahuas 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 Chihuahuas.

  • 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.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (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.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    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.

  • Full Embark Panel, DNA Disease Panel

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Kelley to bring home their puppies.

  • Kimberly S.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    I have been on a long search for the right chihuahua companion and am so grateful to have found the right breeder that knows and loves chihuahuas so much! They are special and unique little dogs and have been part of our family for many years, each of us with our own bond. My husband and I are so extremely happy and enthralled with my perfect baby girl who fills our home with joy, love and giggles. She fit our home the minute she entered it, so perfectly brought up and socialized to meet everyone with charm and adorability. She has won the love and excitement of her new sisters, such a playful little girl. Kelley S. of Keljim's Chihuahuas has been fantastic to work with, making sure ours was the right home and that we both knew Amy would pair up with me and my family. Kelley's concern was for Amy's best interest. She has been quick to respond to all my questions and made the experience bringing Amy home positively fulfilling and stress free for both Amy and I. It is quite obvious that Amy has been brought up with an abundant socialization of people, places and pets. Kelly's care shines through little Amy's playful, accepting and exploring personality. She is so bright and confident with everything new, claiming it and me as her own. I would definitely rate Kelley as a top breeder for her care, concern and knowledge, 100 out of 10!

  • Colleen C.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Kelley is amazing! She is very responsive and extremely knowledgeable about the breed. She truly cares about her dogs. She stayed in touch and sent me regular updates about my puppy and was very happy to answer any questions. I am so thankful to have found Kelley through Good Dog. Cal is a well adjusted puppy and it's very obvious to us that he was raised with structure, discipline and lots of love!!!

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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.

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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