Luv Bug Havanese

Connie B.

Breeder of Havanese

Meet the breeder

I'm Connie B., the breeder behind Luv Bug Havanese located in Columbia, SC. All my dogs are AKC registered with many generations of passed health test. I breed for health, temperament and conformation within AKC standard. All my dogs and puppies have many generations of AKC champions. The puppies are raised in my home using the Puppy Culture method.

Q. & A. with Connie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Due to my living circumstances, I hadn't had a dog for years. So in 2001, I was ready and I got my first Havanese. A few years later got interest in showing my dog and decided I also wanted to breed my own show dog. Since then I’m accomplished earning titles on many dogs. In 2023, I won the prestigious Bear of Breed at the Havanese National with Vivian.

  • What makes your program special?

    In 2008, I finished my first Champion which I finished in Bred By Exhibitor. By now, I have either bred or co-owned many Havanese who are champions. I enjoy showing my own dogs. I love the Havanese breed and will always breed for health, temperament and to improve on the pedigree. All my dogs live in my home and puppies are raised using the Puppy Culture method

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Connie

Connie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes AKC papers, first round of vaccines, deworming and microchip and a puppy welcome kit.”

Contract & health guarantee

Connie 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 Connie 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 Connie 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 Connie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Columbia, SC

405 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Columbia Metropolitan Airport

406 miles away

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More about Connie

  • Club memberships

    Connie is a member of Havanese Club of America and Central Carolina Havanese Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Connie has been a member of Good Dog for over 7 years

    Connie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2018.

  • Connie’s links

Connie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Luv Bug Havanese 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 health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Luv Bug Havanese 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 Havanese.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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