Invictus Leonbergers

Megan C.

Breeder of Leonbergers

  • Bellingham, MA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Megan C., the breeder behind Invictus Leonbergers located in Bellingham, MA. I 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 me that I put my 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.

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

    Our puppies include sandy, yellow, red, and reddish brown. 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 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.

Megan partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.

“I monitor the puppies from day 1 of life. Things are always changing. I don't feel confident in a pick until they're at least 8 weeks old. By then, they'll have been temperament tested, and I'll have a better idea of what match will work. However, I do encourage visiting as much as possible so I can see the puppies interact with you. As this could play a role in how I'll match puppies too. I take into consideration your lifestyle, where you're at in your life, if you have any other animals, etc. I welcome all questions too!”

Price

Puppy prices include a $2,000 non-refundable deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Please contact the breeder to get more info on the pricing. ”

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 almost 3 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported 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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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.