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Kushiel Salukis
- Gig Harbor, WA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Erika R., the breeder behind Kushiel Salukis located in Gig Harbor, WA. My family has helped me to produce and co breed multiple litters over these past many years. We have produced AKC champions, specialty winners, and multiple Top 20 ranked salukis in the USA. We have also had multiple dogs from our program gain titles in other areas such as Obedience and Field titles for coursing. We pride our program on our care and involvement of our whole family and all our dogs live with us so we raise our puppies as a part of our household until they go to their new families.
Q. & A. with Erika
Why did you start breeding?
My mother. She was a Samoyed breeder and I actually learned to walk holding onto a Samoyed coat! My mother has been a part of my program from the beginning. Her and I share a love of genetics and enjoy the process of pedigrees and finding the best combinations. We also love competition and travel together for shows when we can. My own eye for a good dog and knowledge of genetics I owe to my amazing mother.What makes your program special?
My entire family is connected and work together in my program. My daughter, sister, partner, mother, and co-workers are all around and involved when I breed. My dogs are very special to my family and truly our core. I only breed a litter every few years or less depending on the circumstances and our girls. Currently I am the co-breeder and co-owner of the number one saluki bitch in the USA for 2023.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include golden, black and tan, white, red, fawn, cream, and black and silver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Falkor
Went homeMale
Isabeau
Went homeFemale
Jareth
Went homeMale
Kyra
Went homeFemale
Wesley
Went homeMale
Rilean
Went homeMale
Shade
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Erika
Erika 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“I require a $250 dollar deposit to secure a puppy from a planned breeding. If a cancellation needs to happen prior to puppies being born I will refund it 100%. However any cancellations after puppies are more than 1 week old will not be refundable. Prices once puppies are born depend on if sold as a companion only or a performance companion and the range for the breeding may vary due to expenses for the breeding. I charge $2500 for a saluki puppy. I require a $250 dollar deposit to secure a puppy from a planned breeding. If a cancellation needs to happen prior to puppies being born I will refund it 100%. However any cancellations after a puppy is confirmed for your home will not receive a refund. Cost for a puppy may vary due to expenses for the breeding. We charge $2200-$2500 for a saluki puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Erika 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 Erika 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 Erika 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 Erika.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gig Harbor, WA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport
More about Erika
Club memberships
Erika is a member of Saluki Club of America Member, American Saluki Association Member, Current 2022-2023 NCSF President, Saluki Club of America, American Saluki Association, and 2019-2020 President of the Northern Cascades Saluki Fanciers.
Certifications & recognitions
Associate Dog Trainer, Professional Groomer, American Kennel Club Canine College, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), AKC Breeder of Merit.
Erika has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Erika was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Erika’s links
Erika is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kushiel Salukis 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
Envy, mom
Saluki
About Envy
Envy is a female Saluki. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erika decided to make her part of their program. Erika 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.
Rayne, mom
Saluki
About Rayne
Rayne is a female Saluki. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erika decided to make her part of their program. Erika 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.
Feyd, dad
Saluki
About Feyd
Feyd is a male Saluki. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Erika decided to make him part of their program. Erika 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.
Ember, mom
Saluki
About Ember
Ember is a female Saluki. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erika decided to make her part of their program. Erika 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
Kushiel Salukis 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 Salukis.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis, Standard Veterinary Blood Panel
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.
VetGen DNA Testing, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
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).
