Horsepower Kennels
- Dallas, TX
Meet the breeder
I'm Anissa L., the breeder behind Horsepower Kennels located in Dallas, TX. I’m a small breeder that puts quality before quantity. I take in what I do and make sure my puppies are healthy before going home! My dogs are bred for health, temperament, conformation, and performance aspects. It would be a pleasure to help introduce you to your next companion.
Q. & A. with Anissa
Why did you start breeding?
When I wanted to better the breed. I have loved the process, and I enjoy placing my dogs in loving homes.What makes your program special?
I have the mentality of quality before quantity, therefore I have very few breedings. It would be a pleasure to help you find your next companion.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Anissa
Anissa 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.
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
“The price also includes AKC/UKC registration, a health guarantee, age-appropriate vaccines/dewormings, a microchip, and heartworm prevention. Deposit varies depending on pet quality vs show quality.”
Contract & health guarantee
Anissa 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 Anissa 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 Anissa 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
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 Anissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Dallas, TX
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Love Field
More about Anissa
Anissa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Anissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Anissa’s links
Anissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Horsepower 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 health testing
Good level
Horsepower 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 American Staffordshire Terriers.
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.
Hereditary Ataxia, Cerebellar Ataxia, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Animal Genetics 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).
