Invictus Leonbergers
- Bellingham, MA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Megan C., the breeder behind Invictus Leonbergers located in Bellingham, MA. We value form/function AND TEMPERAMENT. As a temperament breed, we really value keeping the friendliness/stable mentality in our dogs, and to create Leonbergers that are bred to the standard, with great movement and health. It's important to us that we put our best foot forward with every dog.
Q. & A. with Megan
Why did you start breeding?
My love for it started with my horse. He is a Canadian Horse (endangered breed), and with him, we did lots of breed ambassador work. Preservation breeding was a huge topic there. Without any good breeders, a breed can suffer greatly. I also worked for a Boxer breeder when I was younger. It’s always been important to me to advocate for ethical breeding. I haven't looked back since.What makes your program special?
My willingness to be open-minded, constantly wanting to learn, sticks out. I would like to think I’m thorough. I value type/temperament/correctness to the breed standard. And I don't care if I stand alone; I know that I have the breed's best interest in mind, and that's what matters.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
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Volcano (Unavailable)
Went homeMale
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Boston (Unavailable)
Went homeFemale
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Alaska (Unavailable)
Went homeMale
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Dynamite (Unavailable)
Went homeFemale
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Dragon (Unavailable)
Went homeMale
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Serendipity (Unavailable)
Went homeFemale
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California (Unavailable)
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Megan
Megan 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
“Please contact the breeder to get more info on the pricing. Should you not get a puppy from a litter, you will be put on the next litter's list, and the deposit will still be honored.”
Contract & health guarantee
Megan 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 Megan 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 Megan 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Megan.
Breeder's location
Meet in Bellingham, MA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Rhode Island T. F. Green Airport
Flexible meeting point
Megan can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Megan
Club memberships
Megan is a member of Mid-Atlantic Leonberger Club and Leonberger Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Leonberger Club of America Breeder List, AKC Canine Ambassador, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Megan has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Megan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Megan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Invictus Leonbergers 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
Nike, mom
Leonberger
About Nike
Nike is a sweet girl with a work ethic to match. She has a strong topline, beautiful movement, a wonderful rear assembly, and more. This girl is my show dog, performance dog, and service dog. Showcasing as much versatility as she can is one of her favorite things. She is 33inches at the hip AND shoulder (even; we like that!), and has a gorgeous topline. It's sturdy and consistent. She has many achievements, including her Versatile Leonberger Award, given by the breed club! Her puppies will go in any direction; I like that about her a lot.
Excellent health testing
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Leukoencephalomyelopathy (LEMP), +9 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Invictus Leonbergers 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 Leonbergers.
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.
Brucellosis, Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), DNA Disease Panel, Polyneuropathy 3, Leonberger and Saint Bernard Type, Leukoencephalomyelopathy (LEMP), Polyneuropathy 2, Leonberger and Saint Bernard Type, Polyneuropathy 1, Leonberger and Saint Bernard Type
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).
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