I'm Tasha S., the breeder behind Ludic Kennels located in Wirtz, VA. We find so much joy in watching our puppies grow and develop their own unique personalities. We can’t wait for you to meet your next loving and loyal companion!
Q. & A. with Tasha
Why did you start breeding?
My parents bred Dobermans, when I was a child. I’ve had a love for the breed since I was old enough to talk.
What makes your program special?
We strive to breed for health and longevity.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and rust and red and rust. 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.
Alfalfa
Went home
Male
Darla
Went home
Female
Buckwheat
Went home
Male
Spanky
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 7
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Tasha
Tasha 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $2,300 - $3,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies will be vet checked, wormed bi-weekly, microchipped, and have vaccines prior to leaving. Ears will be cropped, tails docked, and dew claws removed. They are sold on AKC limited registration. All puppies are the same price regardless of color, or size. Ear crop is the only thing that affects price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tasha 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 Tasha 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 Tasha directly.
Ludic 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
Parent dogs
Dreya, mom
Doberman Pinscher
About Dreya
Dreya is a female Doberman Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tasha decided to make her part of their program. Tasha 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.
Deacon, dad
Doberman Pinscher
About Deacon
Deacon is a male Doberman Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tasha decided to make him part of their program. Tasha 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.
Denver, mom
Doberman Pinscher
About Denver
Denver is a female Doberman Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tasha decided to make her part of their program. Tasha 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
Great level
Ludic 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 Doberman Pinschers.
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.
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)
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).