McNeely Saline River Bloodhounds

Melissa M.

Breeder of Bloodhounds

Meet the breeder

I'm Melissa M., the breeder behind McNeely Saline River Bloodhounds located in Benton, AR. Our dogs are our beloved companions. We care deeply about this breed and are proud to be responsible Bloodhound breeders. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!

Q. & A. with Melissa

Why did you start breeding?
I bought our dam from a quality breeder who inspired me to be the same for our many buyers! We feel like quality breeders instill a love for the bloodhound breed. We feel like everyone deserves a bloodhound for a companion. They are the best breed! Through breeding, I am able to develop lifelong friendships with our buyers and still be involved in our puppies lives. I am much more than a breeder.
What makes your program special?
Our bloodhounds are our babies and a vital member of our family. Whether you purchase your pup for SAR, tracking deer, or just purely companionship—you will not be disappointed in bringing a member of the McNeely SRB family into your home and life. Our family prides ourselves in producing beautiful AKC registered bloodhound pups bred for the use of family, hunting, or working companions.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are liver and tan. 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.

Marnie (Halloweentown)
Went home
Female
Mint Female
Went home
Female
Light Purple Female
Went home
Female
Blue Male
Went home
Male
Dark Green Female
Went home
Female
Lime Green Male
Went home
Male
Red Female
Went home
Female
Black Male
Went home
Male
Pink Female
Went home
Female
Orange Male
Went home
Male
Tan Male
Went home
Male
Magenta Female
Went home
Female
Yellow Female
Went home
Female
Dark Purple Female
Went home
Female

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, 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 $700 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“$1,400 is for our pet price and we do require spay/neuter for the pet price— limited AKC registration. $1800 is for breeding price of our pups— full AKC registration! I require a $700 deposit.”

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.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
- Enrichment & socialization
  - Various sounds
  - Car rides
  - Surface & tactile stimulation
  - Socialized with children
  - Socialized in new places
  - Scent introduction
  - Daily handling
  - Socialized with other dogs
  - Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
  - Socialized with other animals
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
  - Microchip
- Extras
  - Initial potty training
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Toys
  - Food & treats
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Registration
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.

Breeder's location

Meet in Benton, AR

890 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (Adams Field) (was Little Rock National)

866 miles away

More about Melissa

Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Melissa’s links
- Facebook

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

McNeely Saline River Bloodhounds 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

Harleigh, mom
Bloodhound
About Harleigh
Harleigh is a female Bloodhound over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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

Good level

McNeely Saline River Bloodhounds 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 Bloodhounds.

Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 (Preliminary)
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.