Meliora Drentsche Patrijshonden
Upcoming litters
Planned Drentsche Patrijshond litter
Due Apr. 2026
Ready June 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Ellie O., the breeder behind Meliora Drentsche Patrijshonden located in San Diego, CA. Our philosophy is captured in our name - Meliora - a Latin word that means, "Ever Better". We balance health, conformation, temperament, and working ability, with an aim to produce Drents true to the breed's history, and who excel in scenting activities (hunting and/or detection).
Q. & A. with Ellie
Why did you start breeding?
When I found the Drent, and decided I always wanted one in my life, I knew that meant doing my part to contribute back to this rare breed. Meliora was founded based on education, ambassadorship, and preservation of the Drentsche Patrijshond in all facets, from general ownership to competition sports to preservation breeding.What makes your program special?
We aim to produce Drents that excel in scent-based activities, including real-world hunting, field trials, scent sports, search and rescue, tracking, or any other detection pursuit. Our ideal Drent oozes confidence, independence, and joy for the hunt/search, is cooperative with the handler and pleasant in the home, and has the physical soundness to hold up to long days and difficult terrain.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
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Getting a puppy from Ellie
Ellie 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,300 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes all of the evaluations we've done on parents and puppies, as well as AKC registration, and a go-home bag of supplies. NAVHDA or UKC registration available upon request at-cost. When puppies are between 2-4 weeks old, we will ask for a non-refundable deposit to ensure we have placements for each puppy lined up. Puppy selection will occur at around 7 weeks, go-home at 8 weeks.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ellie 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 Ellie 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 Ellie 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ellie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in San Diego, CA
5820 miles away
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More about Ellie
Club memberships
Ellie is a member of Drentsche Patrijshonden Club Nederland, American Drentsche Patrijshond Association, San Diego NAVHDA, North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association, Scent Work Club of San Diego, North American Canicross, and Vereniging de Drentsche Patrijshond.
Ellie has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Ellie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Ellie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Meliora Drentsche Patrijshonden 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
Iris, mom
Drentsche Patrijshond
About Iris
Iris is a female Drentsche Patrijshond over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ellie decided to make her part of their program. Ellie 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.
Great health testing
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Meliora Drentsche Patrijshonden 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 Drentsche Patrijshonds.
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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
