Melissa's Portuguese Water Dogs
- Colorado Springs, CO ·
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa W., the breeder behind Melissa's Portuguese Water Dogs located in Colorado Springs, CO. We are not a breeding program, but rather a family with a PWD that has a LONG line of Best of Breed and Best in Show ancestors. She is a direct descendant form "Luck be a Lady" AKA LadyBug, one of the winningest female PWD's of all time. The sire for this litter is equally as impressive.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
We are a family who has just started breeding with our ONE PWD. She is nearly 3 years old and this is her first litter. We are considering more litters, but are allowing how this whelping goes determine that.What makes your program special?
The fact that it is NOT a program makes us special! You'll be getting a puppy from us that will be like getting a pup from your most trusted friend. EXCEPT, your puppy is health guaranteed, AKC Registered, microchipped, vaccinated, fully handled and exposed to everything that will encourage a well rounded dog. This isn't a litter from a kennel, this is a CAREFULLY planned litter born and raised in our home. Treated and loved just like our very own <3What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and white, brown and white, black, and brown. 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.
Brix - He Has a Family to Love
Went homeMale
Fisher - Has A Family To Love
Went homeMale
Jet - Has a Family To Love
Went homeMale
Maverick - Has a Family to Love :)
Went homeMale
Pigeon - Has a Family to Love
Went homeFemale
Boone - Has a Family to Love :)
Went homeMale
Vasco - Has a Family to Love :)
Went homeMale
Delta - Has a Family to Love
Went homeFemale
Tucker Snoopy - Has a Family to Love :)
Went homeMale
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.
Melissa partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“We have a questionnaire all prospective families will fill out. Based on that as well as my personal interactions with the families learning their wants/needs in a puppy, will determine which puppy will fit which family the best. We will meet with EVERY family that will be getting a puppy IN PERSON. And if in person is not an option, we will REQUIRE a virtual meet and greet at minimum.”
Price
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC Registration, first round of vaccines, deworming(if needed), microchipping and puppy socialization detailed. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color or size.”
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.
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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
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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Colorado Springs, CO
1468 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Denver Airport
1447 miles away
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More about Melissa
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Melissa’s links
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Melissa's Portuguese Water Dogs 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
Birdie, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Birdie
Birdie is the sweetest girl you could EVER ask for! Our dam comes from an outstanding lineage that includes one of the most accomplished female Portuguese Water Dogs in breed history, Aviators Luck be a Lady (LadyBug). Although Birdie's never been shown herself, she carries forward generations of proven quality. With all recommended breed-specific health clearances, excellent structure, a stable, affectionate temperament, and exceptional intelligence, she provides an outstanding foundation for this carefully planned litter.
Excellent health testing
Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, +5 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Melissa's Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dogs.
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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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, Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type
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).
