I'm Melissa B., the breeder behind Legacy Equestrian & Keeshonden located in Rogers, MN. All of our puppies are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets for those seeking the best family companion! We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
My parents raised and showed Kees when we were growing up. Our line now are decents of my parents carefully breeding program.
What makes your program special?
We only breed selectively for show dogs, we only have one litter about every other year. Our pups are raised in our homes and well socialized.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are gray silver and black. 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.
Maple
Went home
Female
Oak
Went home
Male
Apple
Went home
Female
Willow
Went home
Female
Aspen
Went home
Female
Pine
Went home
Female
Frankie
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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 $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes all vaccinations, deworming, microchip, a comprehensive puppy kit and even a very informative all inclusive Manual! Deposit is refundable if we do not end up having a puppy for you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
Legacy Equestrian & Keeshonden 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
Melissa B.
Program update on 05 Aug. •
Frankie and Maple are available to show or pet homes
Melissa B.
Program update on 29 June •
We have a male and female available, both show quality but will also make exceptional pets.
This video is of Maple. She's 16 weeks.
Melissa B.
Program update on 19 May •
We have an adorable and playful male available.
Meet Frankie!
Frankie is show quality, but will also make an incredible companion.
His sire is Freddie. Ch. Raylen's Better Lock ur Doors.
Dam is Marti. Ch. Raylen's Back to the Future. Pictured above.
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Melissa B.
Program update on 08 May •
The pups are getting so big!
Melissa B.
Litter update on 03 May •
We do have 1 girl available at this time, due to a buyer falling through.
Freddy and Selene's litter
Melissa B.
Program update on 29 Apr. •
If you would like to stay connected, please join my fb group
Keeshond Puppies
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1367940867309372/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
Melissa B.
Program update on 29 Apr. •
All of Selene and Freddy's litter have found amazing homes!
We do hold a waiting list as I plan to have a little this fall, please reach out of you are interested.
Melissa B.
Litter update on 29 Apr. •
All pups learn how to have their nails trimmed so it's not stressful later in life
Freddy and Selene's litter
Melissa B.
Program update on 22 Apr. •
The puppys Uncle (Selenes full brother) was awarded Grandchampion Silver over the weekend with a nice Best of Breed won in Illinois.
Introducing GCHS Raylens Dark Wizard of Belkonwald!!!
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Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Legacy Equestrian & Keeshonden 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 Keeshonden.
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.
Primary Hyperparathyroidism (PHPT)
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Melissa to bring home their puppies.
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Shari M.
Verified owner · May 2025
Melissa was awesome to work with. I needed to travel far to get the dog and she was great making sure all the logistics worked. The puppies are adorable, well socialized and extremely high quality dogs. We love Willow and are so excited to have her join the family. Thanks so much to Melissa and Lisa for trusting us with Willow.
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Korin H.
Verified owner · May 2025
Melissa and Lisa were absolutely wonderful to work with- they were very responsive to any questions we had and incredibly knowledgeable about Keeshonden. Best of all- the love and care they show for their dogs and puppies is unmatched!❤️🐾❤️