Kokomo Kennels
- Marion, IL
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Collie litter
Due Oct. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Carmen H., the breeder behind Kokomo Kennels located in Marion, IL. We enjoy showing our dogs, & they are our companions in every adventure. We do all we can to give our dogs & pups the best lives. We are responsible breeders who are passionate about our dogs. They’re central to our lives, and we are proud of their accomplishments. We enjoy participating in conformation events and staying involved in the breed.
Q. & A. with Carmen
Why did you start breeding?
I started showing as a Junior handler at 14 for fun and then when I turned 17 I started mentoring other juniors and peewees to show and handle, I am very passion about preserving my breeds and the lines ( I work with some known names in the breeds I have but I like to preserve old kennel names that have proper structure and temperment the best. It’s all about making sure the dog is healthy for me.What makes your program special?
I focus on temperament and structure first and foremost and have some older less known names in my Collies pedigrees. I have dogs with great movement and Upper shoulders which is very hard to find now a days I have found from observation, I will mentor and always be there for all of my clients! We are a family but I do have contracts for my dogs!!!!What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include smooth and rough coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black white and tan, sable merle, blue merle, and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Carmen
Carmen 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.
Carmen 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 7 weeks old.
Price
"Puppies come with AKC registration, a contract, First vaccinations,puppy pack, blankets from Mom,collars,leashes and a Small bag of food, I ask a 800$ non refundable deposit , puppies start at 2000$."
Contract & health guarantee
Carmen 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 Carmen 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 Carmen directly.
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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Carmen.
Breeder's location
Meet in Marion, IL
4578 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
4571 miles away
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Meet in Nashville, TN
4574 miles away
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More about Carmen
Club memberships
Carmen is a member of Fort Steuben kennel club , standard schnauzer club of america, and Collie Club of America.
Carmen has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Carmen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Carmen’s links
Carmen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kokomo 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
Litter and program updates
Carmen H.
Program update on 27 Mar •Throwback Friday for puppies 🥰🥰
Carmen H.
Litter update on 24 Mar •Excellent functional structure and movement ✅Beauty ✅ smarts✅
TBD and Nova's litter
Carmen H.
Program update on 18 Mar •It is now Bpis multiple grp placing Ch Carealots Luminous starlight! We have a new champion!!!
Parent dogs
Nova, mom
Collie
About Nova
Nova is a female Collie over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carmen decided to make her part of their program. Carmen 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
Great level
Kokomo 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 Collies.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2), DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
