I'm Mary M., the breeder behind Markwright Keeshond located in Wisconsin. We feel it is just as important to know as much possible about the breeder, as about the breed. Markwright Keeshond is proud to be the breeder of nearly 60 AKC Champions of Record, including Best in Show, Specialty Winners, Sweepstakes Winners, and Group Winners. We prioritize the importance of producing quality health checked dogs. We take pride in the dogs we breed and only breed the best.
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
I began breeding with the desire to improve the breed.
What makes your program special?
I have established a certain look that everyone knows and loves.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Mary
Mary 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 $1,200 - $1,799.98 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary directly.
Markwright Keeshond 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
Mary M.
Litter update on 07 Apr. •
Litter born in March 5 puppies 4 dogs and one bitch males available
Parents both CHIC
TBD and TBD's litter
Mary M.
Litter update on 07 Apr. •
Litter born March 10 225
TBD and TBD's litter
Parent dogs
Opal, mom
Keeshond
About Opal
Opal is a female Keeshond. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Brandi, mom
Keeshond
About Brandi
Brandi is a female Keeshond. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Rush, dad
Keeshond
About Rush
Rush is a male Keeshond. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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.
Evie, mom
Keeshond
About Evie
Evie is a female Keeshond. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Colt, dad
Keeshond
About Colt
Colt is a male Keeshond. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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.
Rush, dad
Keeshond
About Rush
Rush is a male Keeshond. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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.
Tesla, mom
Keeshond
About Tesla
Tesla is a female Keeshond. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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
Markwright Keeshond 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.
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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
Primary Hyperparathyroidism (PHPT), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).