Kaler Wheatens Irish
- Howell, MI
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Meet the breeder
I'm Karli M., the breeder behind Kaler Wheatens Irish located in Howell, MI. I compete in Conformation, Barn Hunt, Scent Work, and Dock Diving with my dogs. We currently have the top Barn Hunt, UKC conformation, and Dock Diving Wheatens in the country. All of our dogs are heath tested and guarantee against hereditary defects. We breed for health and temperament, as well as preserving the heritage of our breed.
Q. & A. with Karli
Why did you start breeding?
I am second generation breeder. Our family had bred and shown for over 40 years.What makes your program special?
I compete in Conformation, Barn Hunt, Scent Work, and Dock Diving with my dogs. We currently have the top Barn Hunt and Dock Diving Wheatens in the country. As well as the top UKC conformation Wheatens. All dogs are heath tested and guarantee against hereditary defects. I am a behavioral trainer and raise my litters with my raising program to 10 weeks old. My puppies are extremely socialized and raised in my home. I place all my puppies on fit, not a first come first serve basis. I will get to know you and you I. I will be choosing the puppy that fits your needs as well as the family that fits my puppies needs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Karli
Karli 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
Puppy prices include a $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes health guarantee, AKC papers, first round of shots, access to my raising program information Developing Dogs with a Purpose. And support and training advice for the life of your dog.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karli 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 Karli 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 Karli 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
Extras
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karli.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Howell, MI
4154 miles away
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More about Karli
Club memberships
Karli is a member of Motor City Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Associate Dog Trainer.
Karli has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Karli was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Karli’s links
Karli is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kaler Wheatens Irish 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
Molly, mom
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
About Molly
Molly is a very sweet girl. She loves everyone and everything. She is an old soul. One of her favorite daily activities is watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy. She is athletic, loves playing ball and frisbee. She loves hikes and camping. She is an Irish coated female.
Katniss, mom
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
About Katniss
Katniss is a female Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karli decided to make her part of their program. Karli 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.
Scuba Steve, dad
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
About Scuba Steve
Scuba Steve is a male Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karli decided to make him part of their program. Karli 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Kaler Wheatens Irish 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 Soft Coated Wheaten 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
