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Keehn-Country Porties
Meet the breeder
I'm Michele K., the breeder behind Keehn-Country Porties located in Russellville, KY. Our STUNNING PWD's with our UNIQUE family team consistently have healthy and socialized babies. Read our many 5 star reviews on Google. Our puppies our held throughout everyday by our family. Our pets are genetically tested (over 200 tests) and hips/eyes/heart tested. All of this is ESSENTIAL!
Q. & A. with Michele
Why did you start breeding?
Jeff was raised with pets, including dogs, and I ALWAYS wanted one of my own. We got married and got a dog, and then another, and another. Many years ago, we started breeding so our children would always have adorable puppies to play with while being homeschooled. It has been such a fun adventure! The Portuguese Water Dog is our favorite breed--the perfect size and personality for us.What makes your program special?
We are UNIQUE compared to breeders we have met and observed over the years. Each of us are involved in the lives of our pets and puppies. We truly are a family team. Read our website to learn what it means to raise a "home-grown", "family-life" puppy, who is so well adjusted and bonded to people. Our customers are thrilled! Read our many 5 star reviews on Google and keehncountryporties.com.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown and white, black and white, black, and brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Getting a puppy from Michele
Michele 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
Connect with Michele to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Russellville, KY
Other pick-up locations
More about Michele
Certifications & recognitions
Portie babies winner of AKC photo contest, 15 years of experience, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Michele has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Michele was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Michele’s links
Michele is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Keehn-Country Porties 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
Lexie, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Lexie
Lexie is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michele decided to make her part of their program. Michele 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.
Sophie, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Sophie
Sophie is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michele decided to make her part of their program. Michele 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.
Reef, dad
Portuguese Water Dog
About Reef
Reef is a male Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michele decided to make him part of their program. Michele 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.
Meeko, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Meeko
Meeko is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michele decided to make her part of their program. Michele 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
Keehn-Country Porties 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 Portuguese Water Dogs.
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 Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 (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.
DNA Disease Panel, Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog 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).
